There was also problem with notorious "head gasket failure" I had to have repaired.
1993 Ford Taurus brakes complaints
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I recently had new rotors and pads installed on the front and rear of my 93 ford taurus. Since the repair the rear drivers side brake intermittently sticks or fails to release. I brought the car back and a new brand of rotor and pads were installed. A week later the brake stuck again only this time it caught on fire. After extinguishing the fire the repair shop replaced the pads, rotor, caliper and load sensor switch ("everthing mechanical that could cause a problem"). The fourth time the problem occured, they replaced the brake fluid. The fifth time, I took it to the dealer and they couldn't find a problem. The sixth time it happened (rim so hot the plastic hub cap melted, but at least no fire!) the dealer said everything in the ABS system needed replacing (3 components that cost $1600), as well as the pads, rotor, caliper, wheel bearings for a total repair cost of $2000-3000. I never had any problems with the ABS system before the first repair was done, and it has 80,000 miles.
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The engine is displaying the same sympyoms as the first head gasket problem. Brake rotors are beginning to 'pluse' indicating the need for replacement. Transmission indicator broken. Ford had a program to repair the 3.8 engine but the 93 models were not included even though the engines are identical. This vehicle has been a real 'dog'.
Brakes repaired on two occasions.
Defective brake line rusted through, causing braking fluid to leak, and resulting in no braking ability which may cause a crash. Also, could not shut vehicle off while in use, had to pull the fuse in order to shut vehicle off. Due failure of ignition switch. Switch repaired. Also, engine oil pan rusted through and had to be replaced. *ak
Thermostat stuck, blew out the head gasket, and warped the engine head. No warning lights came on, white smoke started coming from the back. Mechanic said it was head gasket. On june 23, 19 99 , power relay was replaced, and currently went out again, causing the car not to start. Also brakes malfunctioned, resulting in extended stopping distance.
Warped rotors:after awhile the rotors became so warped we had to put new ones on. Water pump:the car kept overheating and the water pump had failed. Radiator: the original radiator started leaking out all of the fluid. Head gaskets: the heater in the car would not work properly and car would not hold coolant for very long. Fuel pump:the car would not run after driving about 45 minutes. Transmission: it went out on us at the side of road when we were having problems with fuel pump. All of a sudden we smelled something very hot, and it went out on us when the car was running.
Vehicle motor mounts replaced, however are not included in the recall (99v‑323) which only covers sub-frame mounts, consumer was denied.
Where do I start, this car has been a money pit from day one! The brakes had to be completely replaced 3 days after we bought the car--signature ford claimed it was are fault after some argument they finally reimbursed us for the brakes. We discovered a small leak, we found it to be coming from the heater hose. We decided to trust signature ford, they claimed that we needed a new heater hose, water pump and radiator. We took are car back to the first mechanic who looked at it and he swore that those things were not leaking when they left his shop, no proof though so we haven't filed a complaint against signature ford. We have since replaced the heater hose and water pump. We are taking the radiator in to be checked out very soon. We had the starter replaced at signature ford, since it was fixed the keyless entry stopped working. We've had the brakes complely fixed, three times. We have had the oxygen sensors replaced. The airconditioner will not work, we were told that we need a new compressor and clutch. There is a short that causes a fuse to blow, resuliting in loss of gauges. One of the back windows will not work. The molding around said window does not fit properly. The power steering makes a strange noise and sometimes does not seem to be working; we took it in to signature while under warranty and were told that it was fine. When we first purchased the car the tires that were on it were too big resulting in excessive wear. The current tires show signs of excessive wear on the inside front passanger tire. The transmission has been totally rebuilt, the tech. Who fixed it said that this is typical of sho's. The fog lights sometimes fail. The lamp out light comes on even when no lamp is out. The check engine light comes on sometimes during acceleration. The door ajar light comes on and goes off at various times. If we had known then what we know now we never would have purchased this vehicle. We cannot afford all of these costly repairs! *
Recall (98v‑323)repair for the engine mount were repaired but are currently failing again.
After 30-45 minutes of highway driving, the brake booster "sticks" causing the brake rotors to warp and the car to vibrate severely, resulting in a reduction of steering and braking effectiveness.
The ABS brakes would kick in & kick out & then would lock up the front wheels. There would also be some skidding. Can feel the pulsation when brakes are applied.
Master brake cylinder failed, causing brake fading. Yh
Sometimes after applying brakes, they don't release. Driver has to lift brake pedal up with foot before brakes will release. Dealer was notified about the problem. But, problem has not been corrected. Please provide any further details.
Replaced head gasket and motor mounts, dealer denied responsibility. Windshield wipers stuck in raised position for the last 40000 miles. Power steering pump replaced twice, dragging rear brakes, replaced once, active again.
The front struts growled when turning, repairs were done.
We have had problems with the rear brakes time after time . We have replaced the rear brake pads 5 times in the past year and a half and replaced the rotors twice .we have had the brakes worked on numerous times now something else has broken and my wife and child nearly hit another car when the brakes failed.
Transmission rebuilt on two occasions. Mjs
Rear disc brakes caught on fire. Notified dealer and manufacturer (ford)
I did mention to my salesperson within 30-day warranty my concerns re: brakes, steering of vehicle, etc. But was told all was well with the vehicle. I'm still skeptical of braking and steering column. I have extended warranties but if you take it to the dealership and they constantly say nothing is wrong with your vehicle but you feel differently, what is a person to do? I'm not an expert (being a woman) but I can tell by its performance that something is wrong and needs an expert's opinion. I feel that this may go on until my extended warranty has expired and then I'll be totally responsible financially. Is there some way to get around the hassles? Or do I have to sit by and wait?
Intermittent failure of windshield wipers to function on any setting. There is often a noise heard from under the I.p. This problem started about 2 years ago @ approximately 15,000 miles. The washers also do not function. Additional safety issues with this vehicle which ford motor refused to do anything about are brake shudder caused by warped rotors & a leaking rack & pinion steering gear. The intermittent operation of the windshield wipers is a real safety issue.
Multiple replacements of brake components, pads, rotors (8 pad replacements, 4 rotor replacements) due to rapid wearing, calipers have also frozen resulting in the replacements of rotors/pads.
When coming up to a stop sign and going 30 MPH on wet pavement, consumer went to apply the brakes and rear ended another vehicle. Motor was racing very high.the other driver got out of vehicle and turned the consumer's vehicle off because the consumer was holding onto the steering wheel and kept her foot on the brakes.
Brake fluid is leaking from left front wheel, causing a total loss of brakes.
Woman ahead of me stopped in an intersection, I tried to brake but hit her. Injured my wrist. Steering wheel grip is loose at top, wiggles due to sun on adhesives.
The rear brakes would lock up or freeze when brakes are applied. Would not unlock. Had brakes repaired at least 3 different times for locking up.
Motor mounts failed causing extreme vibration.
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