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1995 Ford Taurus engine complaints
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The desert motors service dept. Said that although there had been a recall on this problem, my vehicle and engine were not included in this recall. I sent a letter of complaint and digital pictures of the failed and deformed head gasket to ford mtr. Co., consumer assistance ctr. In dearborn, mich. But so far no response
Our vehicle was performing as usual prior to the breakdown. We had recently had the vehicle tuned up, and the oxygen sensor replaced due to a skip problem and lower then normal gas mileage. We had just completed a 45 minute trip in the vehicle and stopped for dinner. We were in the restaurant for 45 minutes and then returned to the vehicle to complete our trip. Upon leaving the restaurant, the vehicle began to skip badly, with smoke from the exhaust, and the temperture gauge began to rise. We immeditally turned the vehicle off. We have had the vehicle towed to our mechanic and he said we have a blown head gasket. Upon contacting our ford dealership we were told that yes, ford had an extended warranty for this problem for this vehicle, but that we were past the dec.31, 1998 deadline and the 60,000 miles. We contacted the ford customer inquiry department, but we were told the samething. We feel that ford knows about this problem and should take responsibility.
Front body mounts broke. A recall has been issued on the rear body mounts. Dealer is repairing the vehicle.
While driving vehicle stalled unexpectedly without warning which might have caused a crash. Dealer could not determine the problem. Sometimes, vehicle would restart afterwards. If not it would, it needed to be towed.
Engine piston broke and went through the oil pan. Mjs
Oxygen sensor failed, causing vehicle to shut down. Mjs
Engine failure resulting in vehicle fire. Mjs
Battery failed. Mjs
Engine failure - took car in on 12/23/1998 to have test for warranty (ford 98m01). Paid to have dealer test coolant and engine for leaks ($146.98), told me ok, 4 months later I have used twice a much antifreeze as before and there are know visable leaks. Dealer told me out of warranty tough luck. Transmisson, had in for service several times under warrany, said fixed but now problem is getting worse,.tells me you are out of warrany, tough luck.
Engine mounts broke, resulting in engine movement. Also, noticed air conditioner /clutch damaged due to the broken mounts. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer has not replaced parts. After vehicle repaired, the transmission began to pop out of gear, owner got rid of car. *ak
Consumer not notified of head gasket recall due to VIN. (recall 98m01) nlm
While driving at 30 MPH the front end is vibrating due to motor mounts breaking off. This is the second time that motor mounts broke off. Dealer can't determine the problem.
Motor mounts broke twice, causing the engine to rock around under the hood, and broke the air conditioner. Dealer has been contacted.*ak
I was told by ford they were not responsible for the ruined engine. But had they not installed faulty head gaskets, overheating would not have occured and then ruined the engine. This car is no longer useable, can you help, please? Who can I contact about this. Thank you
Ignition switch failed. Can take key out of switch & engine still going. Had 2 ignition switches replaced due to failure, possibly an electrical short. Also,engine head gasket had blown at 64,000/fuel pump replaced due to overheating, and the air conditioner puts out an odor when running for awhile. Been to dealer each time about problems. Had also notified manufacturer & told nothing can be done.
Started losing oil - 2 quarts in four (4) days. Started running hot and smelling like burnt oil.
Egr sensor assembly failed causing check engine light to coming on.
Front engine main seal leaking.
Radiator had a hole in it which caused antifreeze to leak.
Engine motor mounts failed.also front engine main seal leaking/egr valve failed/ right rear disc brake caliper locked up, causing brake pads to wear excessively, and engine check light came on/of.
Consumer was sitting in the driveway and saw smoke. Consumer turned vehicle off and a blaze started. Someone let the hood up, and the fire came from everywhere. *ak
Right rear tire belt broke.
The vehicle in the complaint was a recalled vehicle. However, when it was taken to local dealer for repair of the system we were told that there was no problem. Therefore, the affected part was not replaced . Now we own a vehicle with a cracked engine head that is going to coast a bundle to repair. After contacting the company we were told that the warranty was void. Therefore, ford wasn't going to do anything. A defect is a defect which should be the responsibility of ford. Recall 97v‑019, cooling fan.
Timing cover leaking coolant.
Twice in a matter of weeks vehicle lost full power, once in town and once on interstate. Required pulling off road and restarting vehicle. After first failure, returned to local (ohio) ford dealer for full inspection. Vehicle was found to be in "normal" condtion.
Have discovered that a motor mount is broken. Notified the dealer, we were informed that it would cost over $300 to fix. A friend of ours has a 1992 taurus with same problem, was fixed by dealer at no cost. Car has low mileage, in good condition, owner only put on 27,000 miles, mostly local mileage.
Oil pan rusting out, causing oil to leak out.
First week of ownership was no brake lights, and can't shift out of park. Problem was electric cooling fan motor. Then cruise would not shut off. Problem-brake wiring harness. Last major problem was rocker arm malfunctioned at 39,166 mi. Repair bill for that was 879.88.
The engine cooling fan burned outand smoke came from the fan, causing the engine to be non-functional. Dealer says the cooling fan needs replacement.
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