Wanted to know about any front subframe problems, car makes a clicking noise when braking like something is loose and when hitting dips or potholes front end sounds like it is going to to fall out. Replaced front struts 06/27/02 still have same problem.
1996 Ford Taurus body complaints
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During normal operation of the vehicle, a loud "thud" noise was coming from front. Independent mechanic examined vehicle and found that front right cradle mount was broken. Consumer was informed that vehicle was not included in campaign number 98v323000. *ak
I liked the car when I bought it , but am wondering if I bought a lemon
When traveling at high speeds (70 plus MPH) in crosswind conditions there is a loud "moaning" and/or "whistling" sound that is present in the area of the drivers side door where the door assembly meets the frame and window assembly. The sound is so loud that I have to turn off the radio because there is too much noise in the interior of the car to talk or hear normally. I have informed the local ford dealer and he told me that he has the same problem with his personal ford vehicle. Ford can't seem to fix the problem nor do they seem too concerned about it. They (ford)just sort of put me off and more or less indicate that because they can not seem to correct the pronlem that I"ll just have to live with it. The problem is ongoing and occurs frequently when I take trips where I am doing high speed driving in crosswind conditions.
The door ajar warning light remains illuminated, indicating that a door is open. Consumer is concerned that this could cause a short circuit. Please give any further details.
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Dorr handle on drivers side would not open. I had to opren from the passenger side . Suddenly, for no apparant reason it worked again. This happened once before and corrected itself.
Rotors and pads have been replaced with no change to the shaking. Very violent at highway speeds.
Whenever it rains / going through some water. Doors work intemittently. *ak
Cables that connects to the gas pedal broke while accelerating onto the highway. Nlm
Vehicle was not designed with door restraints, causing difficulties entering & exiting the vehicle, doors close without notice which could result in injury to consumer.
Front door handles on both left and right doors do not work in high humidity environment (on rainy days). Unable to open either front door.
Rear brake makes grinding that dealer can't duplicate.
Complete failure of the transmission, pump shaft split in half.
Passenger's door rattles. Replaced steering rack/leaking oil pan gaskets/oil filter and bracket/ seat belt retractor/rear defroster.
Continuous problem with the door handle sticking due to failure of the lock switch.
Rear bumper failed.
Door handle failed.
Right rear subframe mounting bolt snapped.
Door hinge on console broken and air conditioner make loud humming noise at highway speeds. Steering locks up and cause cannot be determined.
All four exterior door handles will not open from the outside in warm weather, this happens sometimes, but not all of the time.
Steering noise when turned to the right.
Power door lock inoperative.
Subframe mounting bolts snapped prior to service recall 92-s-61.
While driving vehicle and when there is a quick change in the road surface, the struts make a clunking noise. Vehicle has been in shop (5) or (6) times for this problem since july of 96. The struts and sway bar were replaced a couple of months ago. Also, new subframe insulators were put in a few weeks ago. Vehicle is still making a clunking noise.
Bent pillar on driver's side which prevented door from closing properly twice.
Windshield molding defective.
The brake drums/rotors and seat arm rest were replaced, has 800 miles on car . Please describe .
Purchased car new, there is a leak in the trunk and a bad smell in the car . Please describe .
Hood misaligned.
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