Engine head gasket blew out. Car started smoking and the engine overheated.
1993 Ford Taurus engine complaints
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Original problem found was defective engine head gaskets, continuous overheating after water pump, radiator, hoses, fan and head gaskets were replaced. Car continuously overheats when driving even at 15 MPH.
While driving 30-40 MPH had a direct frontal impact, and driver's and passenger's airbags did not deploy, which did not protect the occupant who sustained injuries because of the crash. Manufacturer nor insurance company have inspected vehicle. No prior problems with airbag system. *ak vehicle has experienced several engine related problems, the timing cover gasket was replaced and the engine was replaced, after the engine was replaced there were still continuous problems with the engine, the heater hose was replaced, the engine began to stall, and the tensioner pulley and belt were replaced. The transmission was replaced. The battery was replaced. The turbine shaft speed sensor was replaced.
1993 ford taurus/ 3.8 litre / another case of head gasket failure.ford states that there is no recall and they did not repair the damage! However, there have been many complaints about the 3.8 litre engine and defective head gaskets. We will cintinue to fight ford on this issue.
Head gasket failure causing engine to overheat.
Blown head gasket.
Anti- freeze was blowing out of the exhaust pipe due to blown head gaskets. Dealer replaced 2 head gaskets.
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! *
The head gasket has a design flaw that causes the vehicle to stall, the design was flawed because the head gasket is between aluminum and cast iron with bolts connecting both metal parts.
Engine head gaskets failed, causing the car to overheat also caused the radiator to fail causing almost $1300 in repairs ford would not help even though it has a service bullitin on this problem. Head gaskets should not fail ever. I am the only owner of this car and have maintained it according to the owners manual.
Coolant is leaking through the gasket. Consumer contacted dealer and manufacturer. *ak
Engine head gasket blew at 78,000. Our mechanic told us this seems to be a chronic problem on 1993 and 1994 3.8 l ford taurus engines. Several people we know have stated the same problems with this engine. This leads us to believe this is a design defect. When we contacted ford customer service, we were informed no recall or extended service is avaialable to correct this problem eventhough they said it is not uncommon. Ford customer service staff did tell us it is unusual for a head gasket to go at 78,000. Ford customer service staff also told us their extended warranty program of 5 years or 60,000 miles only applies to 1995 versions of the 3.8 l engine. Our second problem is that of the rack and pinion. The front of end of this vehicle has had many problems in the last two years. The front coil springs broke and were eventually covered under a recall. However, we have had to replace the front struts, ball joints, tie rod ends, and rack and pinion on seperate occassions through 1998 (the vehicle had roughly 65,000 miles at this time). While we were in for the last recall on the vehicle, the ford service department also told us our engine mounts were rusting out and would need to be replaced. It appears that the 1993 ford taurus has a problem with the durability of the front end componts.
While driving on highway engine died/ lost power steering and brakes. Puts car in neutral, it allowed it to restart. This has happened several times a day. Contacted dealer. Has been very cooperative, but not able to find the cause of the problem.
Flywheel assembly and front cover gaskets failed.
Recall (98v‑323)repair for the engine mount were repaired but are currently failing again.
I have been told by two different mechanics that a blown head gasket on a taurus is a common occurence. I would appreciate any information you have on this matter. I was told that there was a recall or a warranty, but the dealers are telling me I am out of warranty. The car only has 27000 mi. On it. Thank you for any info you can provide.
The engine problem is a design problem and should have a recall from ford motor company. There are many, many more 3.8liter engines with this same problem, the consumer should not have to pay for a design problem.
While driving vehicle would stall out. Would have no warning. Vehicle can be restarted. Problem is intermittent, would occur mainly in hot weather. Would hesitate while going at highway speed. Taken to dealership numerous times & to an independent mechanic. Fuel pump and sensors were replaced, but problem was not resolved.
Ongoing problem with engine stalling intermittently every 3-4,000 miles, especially in hot weather. Dealer notified and informed consumer that nothing could be done until it happened again.
This 3.8l engine runs very hot and will cause the cylinder head gaskets to crack. The result is that engine coolant enters the engine compartment fouling the spark plugs and using up the coolant. The end result is that there is violent vibration in the engine and if you continue driving, you will destroy the engine. If this happened in traffic, it could cause serious consequences.
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Engine coolant fan, stopped running, causing the car to overheat. Also, fluid would leak out, causing the thermostat to fail. Temperature gauge also had to be replaced. Took to a mechanic who claimed that vehicle needed an engine overhall, and new engine head gaskets. Consumer need turning from left to right. Took to dealer and they said strut needed to be replaced in order for the noise to stop.
Dealer and factory refused to repair at no cost although problem is common to this vehicle. Defect is mentioned in 70+ previous odi complaints and has reportedly been subject of recalls in '94 & '95
Engine head gasket blew out while driving, causing vehicle to stall unexpectedly, which could have resulted in a crash. Please provide further information.
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Vehicle was overheating due to the faulty engine head gaskets. Also, dealer replaced fan/ radiator, and water pump. However, problem still existe, and dealer had seen vehicle 7 more times. Dealer replaced the gaskets. But the lights on the instrument panel still came on. Also the vehicle still overheated.
Head gaskets failed.
Engine failure from headgasket failure at 116500 miles. Transmission failure at 97000 miles broken clutch piston.
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Vehicle had three sets of motor mounts replaced in the the last three months. Car was riding very rough, and consumer heard noises and squeaking in front of car.
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