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Ford Taurus Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2012 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Ford Taurus in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 6000 | 0 | The A/C system was not blowing cold air even with the unit set to MAX. The dealers checked the system and found it to be low and recharged the system. They also added a dye to the system so they can see if any leaks are present. |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2012 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 160 | Slow cranking but always started. Battery replaced and back to normal. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 18000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 0 | front passenger power seat motor squeals. Repair under warranty. trunk lid misaligned, black paint peel from B pillar cover, wheel unbalanced (vibration at 70-75mph). | |
| Dec | 2011 | 0 | Moisture inside drivers side headlamp. Vehicle still vibrates above 70mph. | |
| Feb | 2012 | 4000 | 0 | Trunk lid edge rubs with rear bumper cover. Trunk lid need to be adjusted and rear bumper cover partial repaint. |
| Apr | 2012 | 6500 | 0 | Water and dirt leak at rear lower door seal. Ford TSB replace all door seals. Drivers side power seat jammed, replaced seat track. Trunk lid rubbed with rear bumper cover, readjust rear trunk but issue persist. |
| Jun | 2012 | 9000 | 0 | Sync system died. Buttons not responding. USB and Aux jack not working. |
| Oct | 2012 | 13000 | 0 | Sync died for second time. Reset sync module. Problem comes back after 2 weeks after reset. Dealer could not do anything because hardware passed self test and software up to date. |
| Dec | 2012 | 16000 | 0 | sync module need to reset, bluetooth not functioning... |
| Mar | 2013 | 19000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in United Arab Emirates | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 24180 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 32860 | 0 | The brake pedal had a cushion feel after the 50k major service and even in the service at 40k. The brake was still good but felt the pressure is low specially when used contineously in traffic. The whole booster was replaced they said. |
2011 Ford Taurus
Engine not specified
| Ford Taurus in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | The dealership scheduled a time for a technician to ride with me. I have another appt. scheduled in May to take the car back and have a flight recorder installed to try and diagnose the problem. (transmission or throttle issues) |
| Apr | 2012 | 25000 | 0 | Chrome on shifter handle was cracking and small pieces were falling off. |
2011 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Ford Taurus in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 94000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 95000 | 95 | Idle Air Control Valve (IAC) failed causing stalling during driving and warm up. Two repair shops could not figure it out. I read other examples on this site and purchased the part and replaced it in 15 minutes. Runs perfectly now |
| Ford Taurus in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | Ford BLIS system was not working Blue Tooth working intermittently The car has 2,400 miles on it and the rear rotors have abnormal wear. |
| May | 2012 | 16500 | 0 | TSB 10-12-11 removed the valve separator plates, removed check ball and reassembled topped off w/fluid, reprogrammed the PCM. Still jerking from 1st to 2nd gear. Also problems with car acting as if it is out of gas, but service department cannot reproduce the problem. It has been going on since car reached 14,000 miles. |
| Jul | 2012 | 19000 | 0 | When replacing transmission monitoring sensor, discovered a "pin" missing in the transmission. Had to remove transmission for repair. |
| Mar | 2013 | 27000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 1000 | 0 | Sync module replaced for problems with phone. Sync module was replaced by dealer. |
| Mar | 2013 | 16000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 1000 | 0 | Fuel gauge not accurate. Dealer reprogrammed computer. Blis (Blind Spot Indicator) not available at times. Dealer reprogrammed computer. Have only had car back 1 day so unable to know if problems will occur again. |
| Jul | 2011 | 5000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | Loud grinding noise on hard stops - TSB was previously issued and appears to have fixed the problem. Trunk lid made contact with bumper when closing which removed paint. Lid was adjusted and the bumper was repainted. Squeak/grinding coming from front suspension over speed bumps. Dealer noticed wear in the swaybar bushings and ordered new bushings. Ford said it would take one month for dealer to receive bushings. |
| Mar | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | Installed new bushings. |
2010 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 2000 | 0 | Lens cover on radio very badly scratched on delivery. Dealer says this is a common issue and they have to replace the whole radio. They ordered a new radio to find that the lens on that was worse yet. Still not resolved. Squeak at low speeds/no speed while turning the wheel even the tiniest bit. Dealer cleaned and regreased grommet around steering column. Successful so far. |
| Mar | 2010 | 4000 | 0 | Horrible grinding noise with moderate brake pressure Transmission slip/hitch between 1st and second gear at very low speed and/or from a 'rolling' takeoff |
| May | 2010 | 5000 | 0 | Transmission reflash to correct low-speed slip shift Brake rotors resurfaced per TSB for intermittent grinding/thud. |
| Aug | 2010 | 6000 | 0 | Second application of the original TSB for front brake grinding/grunting. Failure to fix the problem. |
| Oct | 2010 | 9000 | 0 | New front brake TSB applied. |
| Sep | 2011 | 17000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 115000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 118000 | 0 | L front turn signal and sidemarker found to be non-functional when hazard lights on, all others working fine. Switch contacts were oxidized from years of nonuse. Cleaned switch with contact cleaner and sandpaper. Problem solved in < 10 min for $0. |
| Jan | 2010 | 119000 | 25 | During routine maintenance, noticed a small crack in the coolant reservoir. Coolant level was normal, but reservoir replaced preemptively. Installed $25 aftermarket part with lifetime warranty - repair took approximately 15 minutes. |
| Feb | 2010 | 120000 | 350 | Aftermarket sway bar links badly deteriorated, leading to clunking noises. Proactively replaced sway bar bushings at the same time. Bad parts were NOT OEM, installed by other mechanic... |
| Aug | 2010 | 123000 | 300 | Fuel injector on #6 cylinder went intermittent, causing misfire. Injector replaced an CEL reset, car working fine several hundred miles later. |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 2500 | 0 | Instrument Cluster problem. Numerous warning icons chimed simultaneously including service engine, ABS, Charging system, engine coolant temp, low tire press, etc. Entire cluster was replaced by manufacturer. |
| May | 2010 | 4000 | 0 | Original problem with instrument cluster continues and is now thought to be related to problem with cruise control module. Am waiting for replacement module. Began Lemon Law procedure. Problem has been a continuing one involving instrument cluster making bogus reports. Waiting now for new cruise control module thought to be the villain. Meanwhile Lemon Law has been initiated. |
| Jul | 2010 | 7000 | 0 | Ordered part, cruise control module, was replaced on 16 July. No recurring problems since that date. If none by 8 August will settle Lemon Law with Ford Co. by keeping car, asking for extended maintenance agreements. |
| Jan | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | Continuing problem of false warning lights and chimes, especially CEL. A couple of loose connectors were finally located during diagnostic testing and dealer consultation with factory engineers. Shortly after reporting what I had hoped would finally be a permanent fix my car was back to the dealer for the same problem. They have actually admitted that this set of problems would most likely never be fixed. |
| Jun | 2011 | 15000 | 0 | Ford engineer worked on this 18 month old problem. Head Up Display module was replaced. It appears to have now finally been fixed as there have been no recurrances of the check engine light or other warning signals. |
| Jun | 2012 | 23000 | 0 | We hear a short series of 7 or 8 knocks in the center of the console. Thought it might be in radio or in A/C |
| Ford Taurus in Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 4000 | 0 | Front brake caliper bolts were replaced, rotors turned and pads replaced. Was told it is a TSB but unable to find the TSB |
| Apr | 2010 | 6000 | 0 | Taillight chrome border was peeling off All 4 rear taillights replaced |
| Oct | 2010 | 13000 | 0 | front brakes grinding....TSB required parts that were not yet available in ford system..Took 4 weeks for parts to arrive...Car in shop now and expected to complete repair tomorrow Vehicle had special multi-contour seats that vibrate massage drive and fron passenger. Passenger seat massage system froze in on position and developed large lump in seat. Seat was replaced by ford |
| Jul | 2011 | 20000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 150000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 151000 | 600 | Rear struts replaced |
| Mar | 2010 | 154000 | 200 | Left front wheel bearing replaced. Also right front caliper and brake hose replaced. |
| Jun | 2010 | 156000 | 250 | The power window motor for the driver's door had to be replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | 162000 | 0 | ABS light came on. Was determined to be failure of ABS pump. Since it doesn't affect normal braking performance, and the unit was very expensive (parts and labor) to replace, I decided not to fix it. Update: later found just 40A fuse. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 5000 | 0 | Hooting/scraping noise from A/C Temperature door when cabin temp adjusted. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 3000 | 0 | Rear Sway bar bushing (inside ones )came loose and caused a thump/rattle in the rear. Dealer had to install completely new bar to repair and thought a redesign of this part was needed in the future. |
| Mar | 2010 | 6500 | 0 | Blind Spot on left side info "unavailable" until car is shut off several times. No updates available and no work performed under warranty |
| Feb | 2011 | 15000 | 0 | Chrome pealing from all four rear tail lamp lens that I found to be a known issue. Left car and parts were ordered and replaced under warranty. Dealership had car for one week. Also paid for wheel alignment and front end alignment too. |
| Feb | 2012 | 24000 | 0 | Intermittent grunt and grinding noise from brakes over last year. Found TSB and took back to Dealer for service. They said they were unaware of this TSB and got approval to perform TSB 11-5-15 on front brakes under warranty correcting this. |
| Aug | 2012 | 28000 | 0 | Right Front Door Outside Window Frame (black plastic) loose. Replaced molding AG1Z-5420554-AC under warranty SIRUS Radio disconnected, plus issues with paired phone. Main issue was with the expanded services of the optional "travel Link" that includes Weather 5 days, Weather Radar Map, Fuel Prices that would not re-activate on the GPS screen. Vehicle exterior lights were flickering, then inside lights when unlocked door opened. Power front seat had moved all the way forward, dash lights flickering too. When push button start (key-less) pushed engine would not start. |
| Mar | 2013 | 33000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Ford Taurus X 4dr Wagon
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| Ford Taurus X in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 48000 | 0 | The Radio (without NAV) turns on or off by itself. |
| Mar | 2012 | 52000 | 100 | CD6 Radio would turn off and on at will. YES AT WILL !!! Radio replaced once. New Radio has CD ERROR. Radio replaced a second time. Radio is working so far... |
| Sep | 2012 | 59000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 65000 | 90 | drivers side seat heater failed |
| Mar | 2013 | 69000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 61000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 62000 | 100 | Wheel Bearing had worn out...the second one in a month. But this was a different wheel |
| Sep | 2012 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| Ford Taurus in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 36000 | 0 | Seal went out in rear differential |
| Jun | 2012 | 55000 | 0 | leaking right side axle seal |
| Mar | 2013 | 67000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Ford Taurus X 4dr Wagon
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| Ford Taurus X in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 2000 | 0 | Right second row heated seat inoperative. Loose connector from factory. |
| Apr | 2008 | 6000 | 0 | The motorized memory pedals were not remembering their position. I noticed the problem several months ago, but because it was so minor, I waited until my next scheduled maintenance visit. |
| Jan | 2009 | 18000 | 0 | Rear driver side door lock solenoid was firing 2-3 times when locking (like a jack hammer). Part was replaced. Creak in suspension coming from front. Left lower control arm ordered. Left lower control installed (previously ordered). |
| Apr | 2010 | 34000 | 0 | Brake pulse from front rotors, dealer turned them and even paid for rental car. This was done during routine visit for oil change. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Ford Taurus
Engine not specified
| Ford Taurus X in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 2000 | 0 | Paint chipping off around wheel well. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 2000 | 0 | TSB for creak/groan of front suspension. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 82000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 82000 | 600 | Main seal oil leak |
| Jul | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD
| Ford Taurus in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 138000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 141000 | 275 | Car required repairs to wheel bearings. |
| Mar | 2009 | 149000 | 550 | Unable to get heat. Opted not to fix the bad heater core, bypassed it to allow A/C to work. |
| Nov | 2009 | 158000 | 270 | Water pump failed, coolant drained out. Replaced pump and belts. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 66000 | 1225 | Replaced starter. Rack developed leak making steering difficult. Rack was replaced. |
| May | 2010 | 77700 | 470 | Fuel system contamination. Remove & drain gas tank, replace fuel filter, put gas and drying agent in gas tank. |
| Oct | 2011 | 89000 | 670 | Coil failed, and fuel pump was intermittent. Both were replaced. |
| Nov | 2011 | 89000 | 200 | Serpentine belt started going bad. It was replaced. Also decided to replace all hoses as preventive maintenance. It was time |
| Mar | 2013 | 97000 | 430 | Idler pulley was going bad - causing serpentine belt to shift - causing lip of water pump pulley assembly to shear off - with risk that serpentine belt would come off the entire assembly. Idler pulley, water pump & serpentine belt replace. |
| Ford Taurus in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 118000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 120000 | 2700 | Torque Converter fragmented in transmission causing transmission pump performance failure and gear damage. No light indication. A whining pump noise at start up, which disappeared after warm up, was only indication. Dealer identified problem too late. |
| Jul | 2009 | 131000 | 800 | Power steering problem, turning wheel, and whining pump noise. Rack and Pinion were replaced, as Sears said it was leaking and noise would go away in time when air in the lines came out. One week later power steering pump was replaced, which fixed problem |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 4000 | 0 | One touch up/down stopped functioning after car was taken in for the 1st warranty item, replacement of the battery by the dealer which was determined to be defective. It was determined that the driver's window motor was faulty and the dealer replaced it. When I was changing the oil and filter at home noticed the threaded shaft that the filter screws onto was itself loose and partially unscrewed from the block. I took it in to have it secured to factory specs. |
| Mar | 2010 | 14000 | 0 | Paint peeling off nose of car. Dealer removed nose and repainted it. Transmission clunks under acceleration and provides little power to move the car. Followed TSB 07-21-11 for codes and replaced turbine shaft speed sensor and engine speed sensor. |
| Apr | 2010 | 14300 | 0 | Cars rolls back on incline. Dealer performed TSB 08-01-08, PCM recalibration, at my insistence. Slight improvement. |
| Jul | 2010 | 15000 | 0 | Paint began peeling again where plastic nose meets the netal fenders. Dealer said there was a TSB for this paint rubbing problem. |
| Jan | 2013 | 24300 | 55 | Immediate failure (seized)of power steering pump. Failure of pump contaminated steering gear. Both power steering pump, steering gear rack and v-belt were replaced. Front passenger seat heaters stopped working. Dealer diagnosis found both heaters in seat inoperable. Both elements replaced. |
| Apr | 2013 | 25000 | 0 | Battery failed and was replaced under waranty. This is battery #4. Excessive with only 25k on the car. |
2008 Ford Taurus 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 3000 | 0 | Rear brake lights to stay every now and then when the brake pedal was released. The dealer fixed by changing the sensor under the brake pedal. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Ford Taurus
Engine not specified
| Ford Taurus in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 63000 | 0 | ABS module insufficient voltage |
| Sep | 2011 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 194000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 195000 | 700 | Need to change hub assembly and ball joints. |
| Ford Taurus in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 81000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 81000 | 600 | Replaced fuel pump..car would not start...bad pump from previous repair |
| Apr | 2012 | 82300 | 445 | Codes: cam shaft synchronizer; other issues |
| Jul | 2012 | 83300 | 770 | Ignition codes: Cam shaft synchronizer again. rotors. |
| Mar | 2013 | 85000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 78000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 88300 | 193 | Leak in one of the brake lines. The other brake line was showing signs of corosion. Both brake lines were replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 98000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Ford Taurus
Engine not specified
| Ford Taurus in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 98000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 99000 | 2000 | Transmission blew out. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 80000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 81000 | 240 | Radiator leak replaced |
| Apr | 2013 | 135000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 128000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 136000 | 0 | Brakes, pads, plus serpentine belt replacement. |
| Jan | 2012 | 159000 | 440 | The front catalytic converter was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 176000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 0 | Transmission replacement Transmission slip between 1-2 and then a bang shift when warmed up. Functioned normally when cold. Performed valve body replacement. Currently testing.... | |
| Aug | 2010 | 95000 | 150 | Hard shift 1-2. Performed transmission flush & filter change. |
| Dec | 2010 | 97000 | 300 | Transmission slip between 1-2 and then a bang shift when warmed up. Functioned normally when cold. Performed transmission fluid flush and replaced the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) to no avail. Problem persists. |
| Mar | 2011 | 100000 | 0 | Transmission slip between 1-2 and then a bang shift when warmed up. Functioned normally when cold. Performed transmission cooler installation. Problem persists. |
| Apr | 2011 | 100000 | 50 | Transmission slip between 1-2 and then a bang shift when warmed up. Functioned normally when cold. Performed 1-2 shift solenoid replacement. Problem persists. |
| Jun | 2011 | 102000 | 50 | 1-2 bang shift when warm caused by worn transmission valve body. Valve body replaced and car is running fine now. |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 83000 | 0 | Intermittent problem, seemingly only in warm weather, when the car jerks and won't accelerate similar to having bad gas. Questionable problem with fuel pump or filter. Opted to drive until it HAS to be fixed. |
| Mar | 2012 | 112000 | 0 | Ball joints had play, causing vibrations in steering when driving, uneven wear on tires. |
| Jul | 2012 | 117300 | 350 | Problems every summer for 3 yrs. When hot, engine started skipping. Replaced fuel filter, spark plugs, all separate trips. This time replaced ignition coil and Fuel regulator. No problems since. |
| Mar | 2013 | 133000 | 700 | Power steering fluid leaking. No problems with driving at time of repair. Squealing noticed on start-up. Replaced Master cylinder, camshaft synchronizer and serpentine belt tensioner. |
2004 Ford Taurus 4dr Wagon
201-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in North Dakota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 63000 | 150 | Replaced rear coil springs worn out and sagging. Replaced with cargo coil springs. |
| Sep | 2012 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Ford Taurus 4dr Wagon
155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 207000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 214000 | 0 | 215K mi but issues w/electrical wiring in steering wheel/ dashboard. Display constantly wrongly indicates driver and front passenger doors are ajar (blocks mileage from displaying), gas gauge malfunctions, sta. wagon door lock is off & on |
| Oct | 2010 | 220000 | 450 | 2nd alternator replacement |
| Jan | 2011 | 220000 | 375 | Rear brakes. |
| Apr | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
201-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 102000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 104000 | 0 | Long Crank time - Intermittent. Fuel pump failing. |
| Ford Taurus in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 150 | AC solenoid | |
| Nov | 2009 | 250 | power steering pump was replaced. old one leaked from several places | |
| Mar | 2010 | 84000 | 0 | Power steering pump. It worked but was leaking from seals. We tried quick fixes but they didn't solve the problem. |
| Aug | 2012 | 107500 | 2300 | transmission failed, rebuilt |
| Dec | 2012 | 109000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 82000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 83500 | 771 | Air conditioner compressor was replaced along with accumulated/dryer. |
| May | 2012 | 89500 | 63 | Replaced ignition coil pack. Codes and check engine light went off and passed inspection |
| Apr | 2013 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 Ford Taurus
Engine not specified
| Ford Taurus in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 85000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 85000 | 500 | alternator replaced |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 79000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 82000 | 300 | oxygen sensor went out at 60.000 miles |
| Dec | 2009 | 86000 | 340 | rear sway bar broke, replaced it. Did a brake power flush. Was told I might need to replace rear struts. |
| Dec | 2011 | 103000 | 80 | Thermostat change, radiator flush |
| Nov | 2012 | 129500 | 500 | Throttle, timing related |
| Dec | 2012 | 130000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 49000 | 0 | Total transmission failure. |
| Jun | 2010 | 58000 | 50 | Hood latch would not engage completely. Only secondary latch worked |
| Nov | 2012 | 77000 | 100 | Replaced original Motorcraft battery. |
| Dec | 2012 | 78000 | 400 | Car surging and stalling. Replaced numerous emission hoses |
2003 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 254000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 258000 | 84 | blew the engine. The repair bill exceeded what I was willing to spend, so I just paid the tow bill and junked it. |
| Ford Taurus in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 105000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 107000 | 1000 | Had to replace Bosch control module for ABS Brake system. |
| Aug | 2009 | 110000 | 75 | HEAT SHIELD BETWEEN CONVERTER AND UNDERBODY CAME LOOSE - WELDS FAILED. REPLACED WITH SHEET METAL SCREWS. |
| Mar | 2010 | 116000 | 60 | Car has 116,000 miles and requires replacement of rear struts and springs (rusted through). Estimated cost is $1,300.00. Will live with problem for now. |
| May | 2010 | 118000 | 778 | Finally replaced rear springs and struts. One spring was broken in multiple places. This is a widespread problem with 2001 Taurus/Sable models. OEM springs are inferior, most likely sourced in China by Ford. |
| Jun | 2010 | 118000 | 0 | The AC compressor and module malfunctioned. Over $1400.00 in quoted costs. Got rid of car. |
| Ford Taurus in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 91000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 91000 | 780 | Water leak, in trunk lid mounted brake light, which was never connected during mfg. according to repair shop. Air conditioning was also checked as source of leak and from below chassis as well with sprinkler. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 87000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 92000 | 500 | Car had low coolant light come on...added coolant. A day later the light came back, car was low on coolant. Took car to dealer for pressure test, Lower rad. hose assembly was bad. Decided to replace most of the hoses due to age/milage. |
| Nov | 2010 | 124000 | 50 | Noticed unusual, uneven wear of the right front tire...upon examination, the inner tie rod end was found to have play in it. Replaced the Right Front Inner Tie Rod end. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2002 | 0 | delivery date | |
| Apr | 2003 | 0 | repair windshield seal leak replace blower motor reprogram EEC | |
| Dec | 2003 | 0 | replace blower motor (again) due to windshield leak | |
| Mar | 2004 | 0 | replaced fuel pump | |
| Feb | 2005 | 0 | repair convertor seal leak | |
| Sep | 2005 | 241 | replace rear sway bar links | |
| Dec | 2005 | 567 | replace water pump | |
| Dec | 2006 | 208 | replace right tie rod, alignment | |
| Jun | 2007 | 1140 | repair transmission pump seal leak | |
| Jul | 2007 | 1656 | replace front/rear struts, alignment | |
| Sep | 2007 | 351 | replace left tie rod | |
| Dec | 2007 | 465 | replace crank sensor | |
| Apr | 2008 | 0 | replaced ignition coil | |
| Aug | 2008 | 625 | replace A/C compressor | |
| Jan | 2009 | 368 | replace starter motor | |
| Mar | 2009 | 822 | replace upper intake manifold, thermostat (casting flaw in manifold caused a pinhole leak) | |
| Aug | 2009 | 152340 | 65 | left front wheel out of camber alignment causing tire wear, alignment fixed problem |
| May | 2010 | 164140 | 300 | replace left & right front stabilizer bar end links |
| Apr | 2011 | 175460 | 600 | replaced water pump (bearings failing), replaced accessory belt and pulleys at the same time |
| Jun | 2011 | 178560 | 1109 | replaced left and right lower control arms and ball joints |
| Dec | 2011 | 187240 | 300 | replaced alternator - hadn't completely failed, but was close. |
| Jun | 2012 | 195920 | 562 | replaced rear struts |
| Jul | 2012 | 197160 | 75 | replaced leaking heater core |
| Oct | 2012 | 200720 | 158 | Replaced belt tensioner and accessory belt replaced camshaft synchronizer assembly |
| Jan | 2013 | 205180 | 304 | replaced front struts |
| Mar | 2013 | 207700 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 2100 | AX4S Transaxle Overhaul | |
| May | 2009 | 175000 | 350 | Alternator replacement, belt tensioner, idler pulley, serpentine belt |
| Aug | 2009 | 181000 | 600 | Lower ball joints worn Front strut/springs worn Front sway bar end links broken |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 94860 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 96100 | 400 | Drivers side front spring broke and ruptured tire. This is the second time a front spring has broken. Both times it happened backing out of garage. No longer feel the car is safe to drive and is being donated to Teen Challenge. |
| Ford Taurus in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 76000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 77000 | 1290 | Turned drums & rotors when pads replaced. Replaced cv boot. Oil pan gasket replaced to stop leak. Lower ball joints |
| Dec | 2009 | 80000 | 500 | Cam sensor & synronizer replaced. |
| Jan | 2010 | 82000 | 280 | Both inner tie rods replaced, and car aligned after replacement. I included the cost of the alignment because the car was aligned in September after the ball joints were replaced. |
| Apr | 2011 | 89000 | 370 | Front anti-sway bar replaced Leak on top of transmission. Would have drained transmission on a long trip. Discovered during routine fluid flush & replacement. |
| Feb | 2012 | 93000 | 1160 | Water pump replaced due to leak Timing chain cover gasket replaced. |
| Mar | 2012 | 93000 | 194 | dpfe sensor replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 99000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 105000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 108000 | 400 | Engine coolant temperature sensor not working correctly, meaning the coolant valve wasn't opening properly. This led to pressure blowing a hole in the coolant reservoir and all coolant leaking out. |
| Sep | 2008 | 112000 | 9 | Replaced gas cap. |
| Oct | 2009 | 122000 | 750 | Coolant leak in multiple places. Sigh. Timing belt repair. |
| Aug | 2011 | 131000 | 100 | Cracked vacuum hose was causing car to sputter at idle. Replaced vacuum hose. |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Ford Taurus 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Taurus in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 117000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 118000 | 375 | Broken springs, and issues with struts. |
| Sep | 2009 | 121000 | 400 | Broken coil spring. |
2001 Ford Taurus 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Taurus in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 130000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 138000 | 405 | Oxygen Sensor (P0401) failed. |
| Jan | 2009 | 139000 | 2289 | Check Engine Light came on (P0340) - cam sensor was faulty. The synchronizer was also replaced, as it was faulty. Left and right ball joints were near end of life. Wheels were alligned. Oil pan Gasket was leaking. Coolant reservoir was cracked. New Water Pump was installed because it was as cost effective as putting the old one back in. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2000 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 151000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 153000 | 150 | Low refrigerant levels, required a freon charge & service |
| Oct | 2008 | 162000 | 350 | Replaced valve which was causing the engine to idle poorly. |
| Aug | 2009 | 184000 | 710 | Air Condition not Blowing Cold, Low Pressure Accumulator / Filter had to be replaced. |
| Feb | 2010 | 192000 | 700 | Poor idle until the car warmed up, then the throttle could stick at elevated RPM. Had to replace tubing and gaskets. |
| Apr | 2010 | 195300 | 170 | Air conditioning is not working -two leaks found one of which is the compressor, Repair cost is $1400. Not sinking any more money into non-required system. |
| Jun | 2011 | 214000 | 500 | Front End steering bushings, lower & upper ball joint replacement and boots; front end alignment, Replace spark plugs |
| Mar | 2013 | 220000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 230000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 232000 | 719 | Replaced ball joints and other front suspension parts, badly worn, to correct noise and steering problems. Note: original Duratec V6 and trans; this car is great. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 130000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 154000 | 326 | Front sway bar end links and bushings replaced to stop noticeable "clunks" on rough roads. Alignment service included. |
| Mar | 2009 | 85 | Ac weak cooling, evacuated, recharged, leak detection fluid added. | |
| Apr | 2011 | 167000 | 1145 | Replaced all four struts. |
| Sep | 2011 | 170000 | 330 | Starter replaced due to intermittent engagement |
| Mar | 2012 | 176000 | 585 | In for AC recharge. Also found/replaced: water pump, serpentine belt, belt tension idler, coolant, oil change. |
| Sep | 2012 | 177000 | 0 | Cassette player not working when sold. |
2000 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Ford Taurus in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 116000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 118000 | 700 | The one fan motor and both fan relays were bad. Also plastic reserve tank for the anti-freeze had to be replaced because of a small leak. |
| Jun | 2010 | 127000 | 500 | Cooling fans and relays failed |
| Apr | 2011 | 136000 | 20 | Sway bar link broke. Bought new ones on ebay and replaced both in about an hour. |
2000 Ford Taurus 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Taurus in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 104000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 124000 | 560 | Steering rack locked up. Car not driveable. Replaced Rack. Master Cylinder bad. Pedal all the way to the floor. Replaced Master Cyl and bled. Also replaced rear shoes for the first time. |
| Sep | 2010 | 133000 | 80 | CEL on, rough running, stalling. Replaced bad PCV valve hose. |
| Feb | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 180000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 180000 | 200 | Purchased the car with a failed transmission that would not go into any forward gears. Replaced the transmission myself with a rebuilt unit from a parts car. |
| Dec | 2009 | 183000 | 250 | Replaced Rear sagging rear springs and struts |
| Feb | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Ford Taurus 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Taurus in Nebraska, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 115000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 119000 | 288 | Stuck brake caliper on rear right wheel. Wore down brake rotor, required replacement of caliper, pad, & rotor. Also had to flush brake fluid. |
| Nov | 2009 | 132000 | 360 | Starter failed without warning, requiring towing to shop & replacement of starter |
| Dec | 2009 | 133000 | 350 | Alternator failed |
| Jul | 2010 | 141300 | 700 | Leaking gasket, oil pan |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 112840 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 114080 | 442 | A complete brake repair, which included 4 new rotors, new pads, and a calipers service. |
| Jul | 2009 | 120900 | 170 | Replaced right tierod end (steering was off and there was a pull to one side.) |
| Jun | 2010 | 127100 | 70 | AC was working intermittently. Could not replicate problem at shop. No codes when scan done. Topped up refrigerant and has worked OK. |
| Aug | 2011 | 131440 | 500 | 24 feet of brake line & parking cables replaced. |
| Sep | 2011 | 132060 | 700 | The alternator burned out and took the battery with it. Car was in for 2 days. |
| Mar | 2013 | 135160 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1998 Ford Taurus
Engine not specified
| Ford Taurus in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 100000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 114000 | 950 | problem was a grinding sound from the front end mechanic said bearing inside of transmission. replaced transmisson with salvage yard one. sound still there after replacing transmission. transmission is slipping and is worst than original |
1998 Ford Taurus 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Taurus in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 216000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 224000 | 120 | Alternator. |
| Apr | 2012 | 241000 | 55 | replaced wheel bearing |
| Mar | 2013 | 257000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Ford Taurus in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 160000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 162000 | 386 | Coolant reservoir leaking and needed to be replaced Alternator failed and needed to be replaced |
| Jun | 2011 | 162000 | 0 | Car needs a new steering rack, decided to trade in on a newer model |
| Ford Taurus in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 120000 | 0 | Replaced Passengers side front wheel bearing and hub assembly, Bearing had failed. |
| Oct | 2011 | 120700 | 40 | High idle when in park and engine was warm. Replaced Idle air control valve. |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1997 Ford Taurus
Engine not specified
| Ford Taurus in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 116000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 116000 | 290 | Oil pan gasket leak |
| Jun | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1997 Ford Taurus 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Taurus in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 98000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 99000 | 0 | Many problems when traded. Among them, engine was full of rust. Oil when changed was bright orange, and two frost plugs had broken in past year. Constant CEL. |
1996 Ford Taurus
Engine not specified
| Ford Taurus in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 103000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 103000 | 900 | Neglected by previous owner. I replaced the catalytic converters and flex pipe due to a check engine light and exhaust leak. Exhaust was leaking into cabin. both front struts, the inner and outer tie rods, both front lower ball joints, both front sway bar links, both front wheel bearings both CV axles, and both front pads and rotors. as well as the oil pan gasket and PCV valve. |
| Jul | 2011 | 104300 | 80 | The transmission stopped shifting into 4th gear and a check engine light came on, so I removed the transmission valve body and replaced the shift solenoids and transmission range sensor. |
| Dec | 2011 | 111000 | 35 | Valve cover gaskets were leaking, replaced with new gaskets |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 169000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 169000 | 0 | needed a new transmission(already put on in 3 years back) needed new catalytic converter (already put one in 7 years ago) front wheel bearings were giving out (still had originals) |
1996 Ford Taurus 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Ford Taurus in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 140000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 142000 | 50 | Cooling pipe/hose assembly on Duratec engine rusted through. $160 dealer only part. Replaced with $15 1.5" x 22" flex radiator hose as per TCCA. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 119000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 120000 | 200 | after 119K miles the oil pan in the Duratec Taurus started leaking from the gaskets (silicon gaskets). We also noticed that the drain bolt had become stripped. Decided to replace the oil pan with another. |
| Jan | 2012 | 150000 | 400 | After 150k miles it needed a new catalytic converter. |
| Apr | 2012 | 160000 | 100 | CEL came on, it was throwing a P0401 Insufficient EGR Flow. replaced a gasket, and cleaned some gunk out of the intake. |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Ford Taurus X in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 72000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 77000 | 76 | A metallic squeaking sound was heard near the throttle body. Replaced camshaft synchronizer. |
| Jun | 2012 | 78000 | 3 | Oil leaking from oil pan. I found that the oil was leaking from the pan's plug. Had plug gasket replaced. |
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