1991 Ford Taurus brakes problems

Filed Oct 28, 2012 · Acceleration, Brakes · 89,163 miles · TX · crash

My 1991 non sho ford taurus was parked in the driveway for 1 day. I walked out to my car in the early morning to take it to work. I put the key into the ignition and shifted the car into reverse. It was at this moment, that the car accelerated and I ended up going in reverse down the street without brakes at a very rapid speed. I came to a jarring stop after I impacted a car that was parked on the street. Brakes were squishy and non-functioning. The car was unable to stop by mechanical means. The car accelerated to 45 miles an hour. The car is now totaled and is visually completely wrecked. I experienced whiplash and if the car was not in the street that morning, I would have smashed into a house, possibly killing someone or myself in the process. I have photos of the damage if anyone is interested.

Filed Oct 25, 2004 · Airbags, Brakes · PA

The trans-axle recall was never repaired even when the vehicle was serviced 3 times for other recalls, the vehicle has had three recalls since the recall was issued. Nlm

Filed Aug 6, 2004 · Brakes, Transmission · 102,000 miles · CA · crash

My ford taurus 1991 station wagon lunged forward uncontrollably after backing up, braking, then starting to go forward. It went against a wall, the brake didn't work, the front of the car was crashed, I had to put it into park to stop it. Please let me know if any other car same make and model has had the same problem. My mechanic tested it and it did this another 3 times.

Filed May 23, 2004 · Body, Brakes · NJ

After the recommended 1 year wait for waxing, I decided since the mild washings were continuing to make the car duller I would give it a shine. It was bad enough that paint continued to come off when drying regularly but I was mortified when I tested an area and it looked like water colors were used as paint. After all these years, I have called ford several times with no luck. On one occasion a undisclosed person said it sounded like there was not enough or no clear coat and I should take it to where I purchased it and have them look at it. So luckily the stadium automall in rutherford is directly across the street from where I live. This is also where I purchased it 13 years ago. The man admitted it was dull and a good waxing professionally would help. I told him I would be to embarassed because the paint comes off even when I dry it after a washing. He never checked if they were having problems and told me there was nothing they would do about it.I must point out we are avid ford buyers and my husbands 10 year old truck was re-painted from the same problem. Also as the original owner the recalls listed in your web page on my vehicle were only once reported to me. That the was the child safety catch. Just recently my tie-rod snapped on rt.3 in secaucus, n.j. Luckily for me I am still alive to write to you. P.s. The other things such as rotors excetera have also been done at my expense. My car only just clicked ovr 89,000 miles for goodness sake. This is the best website!! Even if nothing comes out of it.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · ME

I can't possibly remember the dates these things happened. I put a new (used) transmission and this one is slipping. I put more brake pads and calipers than you would use in a life time. The springs are weak in the back, but to exspensive to change. I put a new fuel pump and gas tank. I've put a new egr valve, oxygen sensor, throttle sensor, air temp sensor. I put a blinker switch and new struts because mine broke. 3 out of 4 of my doors will not open because of the handles. These are just a few of the things I wrote down or can remember. Now it will not start unless I pump the gas(it's fuel injected) and keep turning it over and over. Then I'm not sure if it will start again when I shut it off. The fuel pump is working I think, I can hear it. I bought the car used and the person put a 1989 motor into a 1991 body. These things still went wrong with the car either way. I did not check any below because I'm not sure what to check.

Filed Aug 26, 2002 · Brakes · MI

While driving at any speed rotors are wearing out, and causing vehicle to vibrate. Dealer notified.

Filed May 9, 2002 · Brakes · OH

Went to pep boys of ontario, ohio to have brake work done. They disconected my e-brake cable and did not tell me, when I noticed a cable hanging from bottom of car I called and asked about it and then they told me about the e-brake cable. I asked to have it fixed and all they did was tie it up out of sight with plastic wire ties. And will not return my calls or anything. Have sent e-mails and tryed to see manger no luck. Can you help.

Filed Sep 12, 2001 · Brakes, Suspension · CA

While driving, vehicle would pull and the steeing wheel would vibrate and once the steering wheel would vibrate, the vehicle would not go any faster than 55-65 MPH, consumer purchased new tires, but there still is a slight pull in the vehicle.

Filed Jul 24, 2001 · Brakes, Transmission · NE

Total repairs 3400.00 at a time when money is very scarce as I am retired and on a very limited income. I expected to maintain small repairs, but with taking care of the vehicle and the low mileage, I believe the axels/ brakes and transmission are very premature and maybe the A/C. At 37168 miles, the car should be running like new.

Filed Feb 9, 2001 · Brakes · FL

Right rear brake will lock up and overheat wheel, causing tire to heat up. *ak the consumer had brakes replaced three times for locking up brake problem, and believes it is a safety hazard.