I have had nothing but problems with this car. I have only owned it for a year and 1/2, and have already put more money in to it than I will ever get out of it. I do not recommend this car to anyone! I went through in a four week span having the brakes go out, the muffler fell off. The head gaskets blew, the water pump broke and the power steering pump went out. I hate this car!! Dt
1993 Ford Taurus electrical complaints
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Consumer states that while driving vehicle will suddenly shut down. Pleasea provide any further information.
While traveling on highway consumer noticed that cruise control/ horn and airbag were not operable. Dealership was aware of problem.
Headlight went out while driving at night, then came back on. Recall was done 2 years ago, dealer replaced the multi function switch.*jb consumer also stated the vehicle would stall, the electrical control box was replaced, and the cruise control has not worked for the past 5 years.
Vehicle stalls out while driving. Contacted dealer, had head gasket replaced. However, problem reoccurred. Had head gasket replaced again. *ak consumer has been advised that the entire engine needs to be replaced, the pan plug left undone causing vehicle to lose oil, the radiator had to be replaced due to over torque bolts which bursted around the core, the engine is knocking and the oil light illuminated due to lack of oil. Consumer has lost trust in the dealership. Head lights failed, light switch was replaced. The wipers were noisy, dealer replaced the multifunction switch and wiper motor. There is a popping noise when turning, there is a rubbing noise in the right front on turns and when backing up. The air conditioner is not blowing cold air, shrater valve and A/C refrigerant was replaced. The key switch failed. The faulty antenna motor failed. The master cylinder had to be replaced. Tie rod was replaced.
Vehicle stalls intermittently, mostly below 50 MPH. Dealer cannot find a cause. *ak consumer stated that after 12 miles drive, the engine blew and a white whipped cram like substance came out from under the hood. The vehicle stalls while driving at low speeds also at idle and it was hard to start due to integrated control module relay failure. The check engine light came on because o2 sensor was damaged from coolant contamination. The vehicle smells of coolant due to radiator leak.
Vehicle stalled at 30 MPH, and would not restart for a few hours. Dealer replaced control module.
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While driving 65 MPH and without any indication vehicle stalls, vehicle was serviced, and ignition switch was replaced. *ak consumer states that when vehicle stalled the steering went dead.
Wiring harness caught on fire, causing electrical system to malfunction. Dealer has yet to be contacted. *ak consumer stated she and daughter were trapped int he vehicle, consumer also stated the steering locked up.
Consumer stated the head gaskets are going bad again, vehicle was not running properly and coolant fluid was in the combustion chambers, had gaskets replaced two years ago, contacted dealer, and dealer stated warranty expired. *ak. Consumer stated after dealer replaced gaskets, check engine light came on, radiator failed, idle air control motor, pcv failed, fuel injector seal, ignition module, starter motor, and exhaust gas recalculation (egr) failed.
Wiring harness caught on fire, causing electrical system to malfunction. Also, power door locks became inoperable. Dealer has yet to be contacted. *ak while driving, consumer noticed smoke coming from the dash and steering column, consumer stated that the steering column and windows would not work.
Headlights go off and on intermittently. Also, warning signal sounds even when no lights are left on and keys are out of ignition, leading to the thought of a short in the ignition.
Vehicle parked. Was trying to jump start vehicle with a jumper kit from k mart when battery exploded in owner's face. Cracked battery housing.*ak the vehicle head lithts blink off.
My 1993 taurus started stalling out in june 2000 causin me to lose the power steering and brakes while driving. It first started with the "check engine light" coming on and then cutting off on the highway at 55mph. It cuts off while driving at any speed/anytime on city streets, highways and at stop signs. It won't start for about 10 minutes after it stalls out. I have even changed fuel at different gas stations thinking it was water or trash in the line but the probem didn't go away. I have had fuel pressure tessts, throttle body work, fuel injection service done several times and the problem still exists. Been to other mechanic shops and diagnostic test run and was told it was the fuel pump or the transmission or no problem found. One of the mechancis told me it sounded like it was the ignition module and suggested I take it to a dealer. In august 2001, I took it to a dealer and had the fuel injection service done, valves replaced and was told that would correct the problem but it didn't. The car was sluggish when I took it to the dealer and it is still sluggish especially when trying to excelerate. August 2001 had a new fuel pump put on and 2 days after that the car stalled out again. Since the new fuel pump has been in place the car has stalled 5 times in traffic. I am very frustrated at having to pay for unnecessary repairs and the problem still exists. There have been some close calls for a terrible accident. Please have this vehicle recalled before a fatality occurs. I don't feel safe in my own car as long as this problem exists.
For the past year my vehicle has been stalling. At first it started in the winter of 2000 occasionally, but when the spring hit. It was stalling all the time. I have taken to my mechanic who has replaced the ignition module, fuel pump ( twice ). Changed the fuel filter and my vehicle is still stalling. I have noticed an article under usatoday.com whereby judge ballachey has ordered ford to replace faulty ignition switches in california. Could this be my prolem? It is very frustrating and a safety issue when the vehicle stalls on the highway..please respond to advise.
While vehicle was parked in driveway for 2 hours a fire ignited in engine compartment, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
First ignition module went out at approx. 67,000 miles, the next one at about 97,000, and the third one went out at 104,800 miles. In all three repairs, the pick-up coil was also replaced. The car ran well after each repair - for a while! Now, only 1200 miles after the third module replacement, the module has failed again. Despite a court ordered recall (which ford is appealing) ford continues to sell defective ignition modules both through their dealers and through independant parts stores. We are frustrated at having to pay exhorbitant prices for this inferior part again and again. We have retained all repair bills except the first (ignition module) one, but it may be a long time before the appealed case gets to court. We would like ford to do something about this situation now.
This appears to be a known defect. The engine stopped and smke billowed from the hood. We were able to pull safely off the road.
Check engine light comes and goes off several times, the vehicle idles erratically and stalls while driving due to intemittent failure of the ignition control assembly. The dealer could not fix the vehicle because parts were not available. The consumer wants investigation regarding parts shortage. (attorney for client).
Vehicle will turn off without prior notice. *ak dealer finds nothing wrong when inspecting vehicle, however consumer feels the faulty part is the tfi module. General tires have experienced 2 cord separations and one blowout.
Car began stalling in late 2000. Mechanic finally diagnosed problem as failed ingition control module. Replacement part is unavailable. It is not known when it will be. Car is undrivable and has been sitting for over 2 months. This is totally unacceptable.
Engine head gasket blewout while driving around for an hour at approximately 35 MPH on city roads. Dealership replaced leaking head gasket and valve cover gasket, and o2 sensor due to coolant contamination. Also, thermostat and spark plugs were replaced. Please provide any additional information.
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.
Engine dies without warning. Have replaced fuel pump twice, electronic control module once, inertia switch once. How do I fix it?
Vehicle stalls intermittently, ignition module replaced in 1998 and again in february 1999. Currently needs to be replaced a third time. *ak replacing the ignition module does not stop the vehicle from stalling. The manufacturer had been contacted but provided no help.
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I will be mailing you a letter sent to mfr. On the problems I have had since 2/8/99 through 12/18/00 on the rack and pinion, and head and timing cover gaskets.
1st repair was under warranty, new part lasted under 2 years, next replacement was just under $ 400 and it was wobbly, but couldn't be adjusted any better. New cables were put in, the 2nd time, the third time, a used cable worked better than a new one. Also we had our mech. Install a used speedometer, as the cost was prohibitive, and the dealer wasn't able to fully correct the problem anyway. How can a car eat speedometers anyway? The ticking sound was so irritating, and the needle waverd so much you couldn't tell your speed. That is unsafe, and unreasonable.
Car stalls without warning. Will restart in 10 min. Fuel pump replaced x2, pump relay x1. Dealer no help.
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