While driving head lights malfunctioned causing the headlight to turn off unexpectedly which could have resulted in visual dififculty and may cause a crash. There is a recall 98v009000 for this problem, but this vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN although it experienced the same problem.
1993 Ford Taurus lights complaints
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When the headlights are on for awhile, and heat up they start flashing. Dealer has fixed headlights under recall 98v009000, but problem still exists.
When activating the turn signals the windshield wipers intermittently become inoperable.
When tapping the turn signal headlights come on. Also thehead lights come on when the switch is turned off. Wiring has overheated. Multi-function switch has been replaced, and problem no longer exists.
The windshield wipers only function on low speed, and if the turn signal is used while wipers are on, the wipers will stop running. Dealer replaced multi functioning switch.
While the windshield wipers are activated and the turn signal is in use, the wipers short circuit which can possible cause visual difficulty and may result in a crash. Dealer replaced wiper system, but problem is still occurring. Please provide further information.
I previously reported headlight failure due to a switch problem. I discovered that there is a recall, id number: 98v009000, but it does not apply to my vehicle, manufactured in august 1992. That recall involves a circuit breaker. I think this recall on the cirucit breaker is masking another problem, probably with the switch itself. The recall describes the lights "going out for brief intervals." I see three differences between this description and the problems I, and others, have experienced. First, the intervals are not necessarily brief. Second, the lights may also come on or stay on when the switch is in the "off" position. Third, when the lights are on, they are much too dim. A review of consumer complaints for the 1993 taurus on the federal safety agency website showed many similar complaints. So many, that I had neither the time nor the need to review them all. I reviewed about one-third of the complaints and found 20 relating to the headlights. A few referred to the circuit breaker or a failure to honor the recall. Many referred to the headlights going on and off, which may be the circuit breaker, or it may be the switch or some other problem. Some refer specifically to the switch, probably because a mechanic identified the problem or because jiggling the switch can temporarily "fix" the problem, or both--as in my case. At least two complaints, number 507203 and 510254, complain of poor visibility. That is, not lights out, but lights dim. One complaint, number 53127, complains that the lights go out but the vehicle, like mine, is not included in the recall. I think there is more going on here than a defective circuit breaker. Your investigators may have identified that problem and quite naturally thought that it was the entire problem. Something else is wrong. You need to revisit this issue.
Starter failed. Mjs
Recall component failed prior to recall notice (98v‑009). Mjs
Guages do not work intermittently; interior light stayed on; rear door slipped of the hinges, allowing water into the car
This is the problem described in your recall announcement 93v009000. The parts department at my dealer, damerow, knew of the recall and said that the dealer should repair the problem without charge. However, when I contacted damerow service, they could not find the problem on ford's oasis report and so refused to repair the problem. I checked with another dealer. Same negative report. Then I called ford. Same negative report. Ford claims that it has never heard of this recall. Would you please let ford know about the recall and ask them to repair my vehicle in particular?
While driving at any speed, if the headlights are on when you put on a turn signal, the headlights will occasionally go out, leaving you in the dark. You have to either turn them off and then back on or just move the signal control, until they come back on.
Recall repairs not completed due to dealership problems, (98v‑009), (98v‑094), (98v‑323). Mjs
We have just read a report in the paper about windshield wiper problem on ford taurus. We have had this problem on our taurus from the first year of ownership.it has put us in very dangerous and life threatening sistuations. When this problem first occurred ,if at night,the headlights would go off and on with the failure of thewipers, we had replaced the headlight switch and it was'melted'.....thank you for your concern about this wiper problem.... Please continue with your investigation!!!!
Motor mount failed causing noise.
The windshield wiper switch located on the turn signal/high low beam switch sometimes does not work. You have to shake the switch to get it to work at times.
While driving at 75 MPH headlight switch light went out, causing consumer to have a blackout. Consumer was able to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road.consumer had to wait until the switch cooled off. When the switch cooled off, consumer was able to start the vehicle back up, but the switch had melted, and the headlights were flashing intermittently.
Headlight housing assemblies need replacement.
Faulty headlamp switch has also been replaced.
Recall 98v009000, headlight switch recall which happened to this vehicle, but it was not included in the recall. On three different occasions, while driving at night all interior and exterior lights went out. Finally, the lights went out completely and there was a smell burning plastic. It was determined that the headlight switch and the harness connector had malfunctioned and overheated. The insulation had melted from wires.
Recall 98v009000, the headlight recall in which this vehicle is included and got reimbursed. But 2 years later, the same problem exists which may cause an accident. Please provide further information.
While driving down a dark country road the headlights began to flicker on and off . Dealer has not been contacted.
Motor mounts failed causing extreme vibration.
Rack and pinion failed.
Consumer replaced headlight switch, and requested reimbursement from dealer. Dealer refused because vehicle's VIN number did not match manufacturer's nhsta recall 98v‑009. Also dealer informed consumer that vehicle's VIN does not come under manufacturer's recall 98s-01.
Left headlight would get moisture inside the lens, causing rust and insufficient lighting. Consumer noticed all left side lenses are all in same condition, dealer had no explanation.
Received recall notice (#98v009000) & contacted dealer in late may. Took vehicle in. After arriving, was informed no parts available. Would notify when they were. Checked back few days later & same answer. Has been checking ever since.
Consumer complained of dealer not honoring manufacturer's recall notice # 98-s-01, headlights, sent 10-june-1998, and informing her of no parts. Consumer would like to know how much longer must she wait before something happens.
Recall #98-v-009 / manufacturer's recall # 98-s-01, headlights switch; consumer received a recall notice and been trying to get it honored by lincoln/mercury headquarter sent on june 10, 98, and still unable to get this problem resolved. Manufacturer notified.
Recall repair work denied due to scheduling problems.
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