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2011 Ford Taurus repairs by problem area

Engine (8%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (29%)

Other (8%)

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2011 Ford Taurus body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (87%)

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Chart based on 31 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

36160 mi Trunk lid misaligned causing rubbing on bumper facia Chrome plating on taillights was peeling off 
38460 mi Trunk was realigned 
61480 mi

C $150
Chrome peeling off on rear brake lights. Lights were replaced at 56,000 km. Unfortunately, warranty on replacement lights was only for 40,000 km and therefore, Ford of Canada would not replace the lights. 
30000 mi Inside door handle on drivers side rear door came loose. Repaired under warranty. Drivers Side Tail light chrome peeling. Tail light assembly replaced under warranty. 
34000 mi Passenger Side Tail light chrome peeling. Tail light assembly replaced under warranty. 
109000 mi The driver's side front door handle had failed. Interior Door handle recall. Dealer did not have parts in stock--Had to order. 
1000 mi Front fender misaligned. 
18000 mi Paint on tail lights flaking. Rattles coming from area near sunroof controls. 
12000 mi Well documented, known issue. Chrome peeling from around tail lights. 
2000 mi Didn't inspect car thoroughly before taking delivery. A week later detail shop noted peeling chrome on tail lights and emblem, corrosion from acid rain on other trim. Ford replaced every item of chrome on the car. 
5000 mi This is the second time the chrome tail light assemblies (both left and right) have been replaced due to peeling 
28700 mi

US $350
replaced chrome trim around rear breaklight for 2nd time. 
32000 mi Replaced chrome trim on another tail light. 
60000 mi The torn seat was never fixed. Ford acknowledged the complaint and provided a claim number, but the dealer always said they never received authorization from Ford. I went through the process 3 separate times. 
24000 mi door on center console broke 
43500 mi

US $100
Drivers door trim (with keypad) loose. 
59000 mi

US $250
Repair cracked side panel on drivers side seat cushion above plastic frame housing seat adjustment controls. 
17000 mi Replaced Rear Tail lights because Chrome was peeling 
24800 mi Taillights, chrome trim peeled off. 

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2011 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

22700 mi Keyless entry on driver side cracked (assuming due to weather). I contacted ford headquarters first and they recorded the problem and also assured me I wouldn't pay a cent since car was still under warranty. Was fixed same day no charge. 
300 mi body= all doors prior to ownership were realigned,paint scratches were bolts have been wrenched,hood major blotches and zebra stripes,overall fit and finish is horrible.zone manager to come to dealership body shop and we will go over. 
19000 mi Rattle/Squeak in dashboard area. Reason for noise not identified and not repaired. 
15000 mi Rattle that was traced to antenna mount 
21000 mi After eleven weeks of trying to get help from the dealer, I wrote to Ford Motor Company and the manufacturer agreed to correct the problem, passenger mirror falling off mount. 
26700 mi Chrome trim peeling from taillights 
4000 mi Passenger side door misaligned. Adjusted. 
24000 mi Chrome trim on both rear tailights was peeling. Both tailight assy. were replace. 
33000 mi Chrome peeling from tail lights. Both assy. replaced 
32800 mi Chrome (over plastic) trim around all tail lights had peeled. All four tail light pieces replaced. 
10000 mi Trunk lid made contact with bumper when closing which removed paint. Lid was adjusted and the bumper was repainted.  
11000 mi 1. Chrome on front air dam starting to peel. Dealer replaced under warranty. 2. Lower rear door seals and components replaced to stop fine dirt and debris from entering rear passenger compartment 3. Small issues with clear coat around trun. 
13000 mi Chrome peeling around the tail lights of the trunk. Awaiting on Ford to authorize a replacmentt. Chrome around Rear light peeling off. Previously had to order parts. Now replaced. 
25000 mi Rear doors hold water during rainstorms 
20000 mi Chrome fell of taillights, tail lights replaced under warranty. 

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2011 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

26000 mi exterior..chrome on tail peeling  interior.. leather on driver"s seat above control was cutting from plastic on the seat. The rest was oil change wheel alignment. dealership and Ford customer service were very helpful in correcting problem 
31500 mi Chrome peeling off taillights order placed today for replacement covered under warranty. Also routine oil change tire rotation and a power steering fluid flush. 
36260 mi side panel on leather seats cracked 
1240 mi Steering noise when turn right... moon roof noise due to dust and needed cleaning... full body alignment... 
9200 mi Right rear inside tail light had the faux chrome starting to peel off. Dealership replaced the tail light. 

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2011 Ford Taurus 4dr Sedan

263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD

25000 mi Chrome on shifter handle was cracking and small pieces were falling off. 

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