Consumer lost control while driving. Vehicle taken to the dealer, and they informed consumer that subframe body mount had disconnected. Feel free to provide any further information.
1993 Ford Taurus body complaints
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Dealer did not replace reinforcement plate as stated in recall 98v323000 notice. Ron bortnick ford in upper marlboro, md; phone# 301/627-9600. Feel free to provide any further information.
See attached file. No safety defec tlisted.
Consumer states that the dealer (ron bortnick ford; upper marlboro, md; phone# 301/627-5600) did not replace the reinforcement plate as states in the manufacturer recall notice. *nlm
Right wheel is making noise whenever a turn is being made or coming to a stop. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that strud rod/ subframes, and bushing needed to be replaced. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Vehicle was repaired under recall 98 v 323 000/ subframe corrosion on 03-mar-1999 at victor ford in wauconda, il 847‑526‑5541. Consumer stated that remedy has failed. *ak motor mounts have replaced, as well as exhaust system because engine pipe into muffler was cracked due to constant jerking motion.
Vehicle stalling intermittently, at any speed/any time. Dealer stated this was due to a faulty ignition device. *ak vehicle will not start whether it is in park or neutral. Starter, sparkplugs, and battery have been replaced, door chime would sound when keys were not in ignition. Transmission slipping and experiences erratic shifting. Faulty front struts cause vehicle to oversteer, tires were rotated and front was aligned to help problem, however did not remedy. Dashboard rattles, however dealer can not remedy this problem. Driver side door does not close properly and there is wind noise when driven over 20 MPH, left door was not aligned properly. Keyless entry failed, passenger side rear door lock inoperable. Emergency brake was never installed. There is a consisent wind sound in vehicle. Front end experienced shaking. Excessive fuel consumption. Difficult and noisy steering occurred, dealer replaced power steering line. Front brake pads replaced. Exhaust replaced. Fuel pump replaced. Windshield wiper switch was replaced. Vehicle currently has only 47114 miles on.
The bottom of both front doors is made to project towards the passenger compartment instead of being squared like all other cars. When opening either front door, the aforementioned door projection hits me in the front of the leg unless I stand a far distance away. On 3/1/01 and3/5/01 I sustained lacerations on my leg because of this idiotic and hazardous door design. Please require ford to fix this.
Consumer has contacted dealer about recall 98v323000/ manufacturer's recall 98s36 concerning subframe corrossion. Dealer refused to repair due to it having a salvaged/rebuilt title.*ak the dealer's refused to do recall job made the vehicle unsafe for the consumer.
Consumer was told by dealer that since the vehicle is registered in arkansas that it does not qualify for safety recall 98v‑323, according to the dealer the problem only concerns vehicle registered in the salt belt. Nlm
Recall 98v323000, appointment on 30 nov 2000 for recall repairs. As of december 5, 000 dealer still had car , repairs not completed.
I brought my car to sarasota ford on fri. Sept. 8, 2000 to diagnose a fuel odor, clicking in the front end, and an A/C problem. Ford replaced the A/C by removing the dash. After working on it friday, all day saturday (even after closing), and monday, it was ready early afternoon, sept. 11. I did not hear from ford, so called I myself to pick around 12::40 pm to pick up the car. I paid for the repairs and got into my car, only to notice the seat adjustment not working right. I didn't say anything then because I also noticed the air bag light going on and off. A mechanic standing nearby helped me by locating dan white, the service writer for my car (and asst. Service manager). Dan walked to my car to answer my questions about the light being on. He explained that 'he' (I assumed, the mechanic) didn't notice the light at first, but noticed it later. He explained that the airbag module had been all taped up and that's why the light was on. I informed him that made no sense to me and asked why he had not informed me. He told me he didn't tell me because he assumed I had been in an accident, or taped it up myself. I emphatically informed dan that was not the case!! I confirmed with dan at that time his statement to me that 'he' (the mechanic) didn't notice the air bag indicator light at first, only later. He told me that the mechanic thought maybe he short circuted something and went to check and found the module had been taped. I find it peculiar that dan white did not inform me about the situation until I asked him about it when I was in my car, ready to drive off after picking it up at the dealership. Dan said he did not inform me because he . I arrived home, I also discovered the seat adjustment was not working at all and the electric door locks no longer worked. I find it also peculiar that these electrical items (including the airbag indicator light) were all working when I brought my car to have the AC repaired!! Is a repair facility required t
While driving heard a noise that sounded like a motor mount, took to dealer and they replaced the mounts, consumer had to take vehicle back within the same year, this time mechanic said subframe was cracked.
Front tension strut bushing retainer has pulled out of subframe. I have been told by mechanic that this is a chronic problem with this year taurus. It presents a safety hazard in that wheel alingment will not be maintained in a panic breaking situation. Ford dealer has said that the only way to repair is to replace subframe.
Brakes repaired on two occasions.
This car has been in for recall work more than half a dozen times. The motor mounts have broken twice, the air-conditioning has been replaced twice, the head gasket and serpentine belt have blown, and the cooling fan is still not operating properly. The windshield wipers are not operating proper.ly, and the car does not steer properly. When I called the dealership - they said ford is not responsible for repairs after the warrenty period. The dealer told me I have the same engine design as the 94 and 95 taurus. Why will ford not accept responsibility for the repair of this obviously inadequate design? The repair bills on this vehicle have been prohibitive, and this is not a cheap car!
Vehicle motor mounts replaced, however are not included in the recall (99v‑323) which only covers sub-frame mounts, consumer was denied.
Recall # 98v323000 ford/subframe corrosion: after having recall campaign completed, suspension became unstable and loud nosies came from vehicle when driving over bumps. Also, vehicle overheated because of a significant amount of coolant leakage. Owner experienced no problems with vehicle before having recall campaign completed. Please provide any further information.
Consumer dropped the vehicle off on three occasions to have safety recall 98v‑323 repaired, but at close of business the vehicle was still was ready, the last time the dealer kept the vehicle 48 hours for a 15 minute repair. Nlm
Consumer contacted the dealer in reference to recall number 98v323000/mfr rcall number 98s36. Dealer states parts not available, dealer has yet to correct the recall. Please provide any further details.
When driving on gravel road, a heavy accumulation of dust would enter vehicle with windows up. Would get into the ventilation & on everything inside. Dealer can not find cause of problem. *ak
Ignition lock cylinder jammed while vehicle was being started. Nlm
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to notice, repairs completed by dealership with additional repairs of the motor mounts, which was not necessary (98v‑323). Mjs
Guages do not work intermittently; interior light stayed on; rear door slipped of the hinges, allowing water into the car
Speed control repaired. Mjs
Passenger's side rear bumper had fallen off. The vehicle was not in an accident or had been hit. Been to dealer & was informed nothing can be done.
Recall 98v32300 ford/rear subframe corrosion; dealer does not have parts to correct recall. Owner has been contacted dealership in march and may of 1999.
The door on the driver's and passenger's side would not close properly, and the hinges would poke a hole through the molding. The hinges have been repaired about 8 times. Please provide furhter details.
While driving rear subframe mounts broke, causing all air conditioning hoses to break, and finally the air coditioner to drop out of place. Dealer has been contacted.
2 rear subframe bolts recalled, front left subframe bolt broken but not included in recall. Nm
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