1990 Ford Taurus brakes problems

27 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 27
of this car's complaints: 7%
crashes: 1
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Foundation components: disc: rotor
8
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
4
Foundation components: master cylinder
3
Foundation components: disc: pads
3
Foundation components: disc
3
Foundation components: disc: caliper
2
Foundation components
2
Foundation components: drum: wheel cylinders
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford Taurus brakes problems in other years

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotorReported August 6, 1991 · 325,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Front disc brake rotors of the subject vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated in areas where calcium chloride and sodium chloride are used extensively.
Risk: Severely corroded rotors may fracture or separate nearthe inner edges of the brake discs resulting in reduced braking effectiveness,higher than normal pedal efforts, loud grinding noises, and moderate pulls whenthe brakes are applied. Reduced braking effectiveness may increase minimumstopping distances, possibly resulting in an accident.
Remedy: Replace front brake rotors with full cast front brake rotors.

Recall number 91V134000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Brake disc hub separationsOpened September 28, 1990, closed September 12, 1991

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What 1990 Ford Taurus owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 24, 2004 · Brakes · 240,000 miles · PA · crash

Vehicle was involved in a collision due to loss of brake fluid from the left front brake valve. Manufacturer was contacted.

Filed Oct 22, 2003 · Brakes · 90,000 miles · OH

While driving at any speed ABS light stayed on at all times. However consumer was not experiencing brake problem.

Filed Apr 10, 2003 · Brakes · OH

The vehicle experienced extended stopping distance.

Filed Sep 11, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · MA · fire

While driving brakes locked up. Then, a fire started under the hood. Cause of the fire has yet not been identified. Please describe details.

Filed Jun 6, 2002 · Brakes · CA

Plastic piston caused brakes to overheat, resulting in brake failure.

Filed Jan 9, 2002 · Brakes · MO

Vehicle parked on hill engine running parking brake applied. Driver exited vehicle, closed door and took one step forward when parking brake was heard to release and vehicle started rolling down hill. Driver ran after vehicle re-entered and applied parking brake and then used 1 gear on manual transmission. Since this is a manually shifted transmission the parking brake is used regularly which may therefore show increased wear. This was a very dangerous condition, re-entering vehicle while vehicle was moving.

Filed Dec 28, 2000 · Brakes, Electrical · NY

The egr sensor was replaced.

Filed Sep 17, 1999 · Brakes · CA

In 1996, the emergency brake release failed. I had used the emergency brake, and needed to release it quickly. When I pull the brake release, it broke off. There was no accident or injury. It was replaced at a cost of about $90. The same incident occured again this year (1999). I notified ford of the problem, and they said that they will not fix the problem, as a failure of the emergency brake release is not considered a safety problem. I belive this should be considered a safety problem. If the brake is pressed by accident, and the brake release fails, it is impossible to release while the car is in motion.

Filed Aug 23, 1999 · Brakes, Fuel system · WA

Fuel injection- car stalls, won't accelerate from a stop. Wipers- stop in the middle of windshield, visibility hampered. Wheels- making a squeeking noise, when inspected found large cracks. Owners manual was not included with the car. Motor mounts keep breaking. Spare wheel/tire that came with vehicle was rusted, parts of the jack missing. Power steering fluid pump was cracked/leaking, had to be replaced. Airconditioner compressor did not work, belt connected to the alternator would not move, so car would not start. Brake cylinder leaking fluid onto brakes. Hood will not stay up.

Filed Apr 16, 1999 · Body, Brakes · MN

Air conditioner failed.

Questions about the 1990 Ford Taurus brakes

Does the 1990 Ford Taurus have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 27 complaints about the brakes of the 1990 Ford Taurus, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1990 Ford Taurus brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1990 Ford Taurus brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 91V134000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford Taurus have bad brakes?

The Ford Taurus model years with the most brakes complaints are 1993 (112 complaints), 2000 (108 complaints) and 1999 (107 complaints).