1994 Ford Taurus body problems

Filed Aug 4, 2011 · Body · 130,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 1994 ford taurus. The contact was driving 5 MPH and attempting a left turn when the vehicle exhibited an abnormal pop noise. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact found that the cradle bolt was fractured. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic who confirmed the failure and ordered the part needed for repairs. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 98v323000 (structure:frame and members) and advised that the failure was related to the recall. The manufacturer was then contacted but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 9/20/11 *cn updated 10/11/11

Filed Feb 26, 2011 · Body · WI

The front lower subframe mount plate nut dropped. There was loss of the structural integrity of the subframe mount attachment. Detachment of the body mounts at the front corners of the subframe, which supports the engine and transmission, allowed the front corners of the subframe to drop.

Filed Nov 29, 2010 · Body · 190,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford taurus. The contact noticed that the rear of the vehicle was lower than usual. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who discovered a crack in the frame that caused the rear suspension to lower. The contact took the vehicle to an authorized dealer who made a clunking sound. The dealer stated that the struts were defective. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.

Filed Nov 23, 2010 · Body · 75,000 miles · NH

Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford taurus. While driving approximately 10 MPH he heard a loud bang. The vehicle was driven onto the emergency lane and shut off. Upon examination he noticed that the sub frame fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to his residence and was not examined for the cause of failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 75,000.

Filed Sep 9, 2010 · Body, Fuel system · MN · crash

The fuel pump, and transmission for the 1994 ford taurus gl 3.0 v6. Bucks and kicks alot. Even after fixed. Even if you aren't stepping on the gas it gets a delayed reaction sometimes and still kicks or bucks a little but while coasting. A result could be damaging property, and possible crashes that cannot be avoid if a sudden stop was needed and the car does buck and kick.

Filed Apr 12, 2010 · Body, Transmission · 140,000 miles · OR

Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford taurus. The vehicle was parked, and the contact observed while the air conditioner was activated water leaked onto the engine. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired at the time of the complaint. In addition, there was a tranmission defect. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Jul 22, 2008 · Body · 109,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford taurus. The vehicle went through state inspection and the contact was informed that the rear engine mount needed to be replaced. There is a recall for the federal safety agency campaign id number 98v323000 (structure:frame and members); however, the dealer could not find the recall in their system. The manufacturer has not been notified. The failure mileage was 109,000. Updated 10/07/08. *lj updated 10/10/08.

Filed Apr 17, 2008 · Body · MN

Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford taurus. The contact heard a clunking noise when the accelerator pedal was first depressed. A mechanic stated that the rear subframe of the engine mount was corroded. The purchase date, speed, and mileage information were unavailable. Updated 5/6/08 *cn the consumer stated after further discussion with they have agreed to repair this vehicle under the recall and repairs are now complete. Updated 05/06/08

Filed Mar 17, 2008 · Body, Engine · 103,000 miles · SC

Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford taurus. While driving 30 MPH, the subframe on the vehicle dropped. The contact lost complete control of the steering. The vehicle is currently at an auto shop and the mechanic stated that the subframe dropped. The estimated repair cost was $1,000. The federal safety agency campaign id number 98v323000 (structure:frame and members) was referenced. The engine cooling fan failed two months ago, and caused the vehicle to overheat. The repair cost was $400. The federal safety agency campaign id number 97v019000 (engine and engine cooling) was referenced. The contact also had to replace the struts on his vehicle. The federal safety agency campaign id number 943036000 (suspension:front: shock absorber) was referenced. The repair cost was $300. The transmission had to be rebuilt, and the cost for the repair was $1,500. The current and failure mileages were 103,000.

Filed Jul 13, 2005 · Body · 140,000 miles · NJ · 1 injury

Dt: the consumer stated there was a recall on his vehicle. Recall # 98v323000. The washer corroded. The consumer said the incident happened without warning while stopped at a light. The consumers wife hit her head but she was not hurt very bad. Dealer stated it was the recall problem but the manufacturer said it was not the recall. Dealer will not fix it without authorization from manufacturer. The vehicle was towed to dealer.