After purchasing vehicle, consumer went to his insurance company to have vehicle inspected, at that time consumer was advised that there was no ABS because the dash light did not illuminate, consumer contacted dealership where vehicle was purchased and was told that the ABS was recently repaired by another dealership consumer's personal mechanic inspected the vehicle and found that the ABS harness located under the battery had been disconnected, currently the ABS light comes on after driving for a few minutes and sometimes there is a buzzing noise and extended stopping distance when the brake is pressed during the day in normal conditions, consumer contacted dealership that stated they repaired ABS and their records indicate that a wheel sensor was changed and they are not offering financial assistance, ABS system is currently not functioning light comes on after driving for a minutes.
1996 Ford Taurus: ABS light or ABS activating
18 of the 825 complaints about the 1996 Ford Taurus describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 18
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 1
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Brakes do not work properly, consumer feels like they are bouncing. Engine check light and ABS brake light remain on when vehicle is in use.
After the taurus has been driven for more than 30 min, you will lose power stering and the car becomes difficult to control at slow speeds. While taurus is running and the gear selector is in park or neutral p/s works! Select reverse or drive you lose p/s, dash board alarms seatbelt and ABS brakes, the radio mutes,select park or neutral everything returns to normal.
Abs light comes on intermittently. When ABS light is off, brakes work normally. When malfunction occurs, the brakes buzz on application and stopping distance increases dramatically then the ABS light will illuminate. I called ford and they will not offer any dealer financial assistance.also the steering gearbox makes a loud groan and vibration when recovering from a right turn. Some resistance is felt attemption to turn the wheel back to the left. The vibration is felt in the steering wheel. Again ford refuses to assist even though there are multiple similar complaints on both of my complaints in your listings.
Abs brake pump mechanism obtains water which freezes, causing the brakes to fail. Please give any further details.
While driving ABS light will appear unexpectedly on dashboard, and consumer will need to turn off engine. Then, light will disappear.
Heater core only lasts 12-13 months, dealer can not find prob with ABS brakes..
Abs module needs replacement. Replacement would cost approximately $587.90. Consumer would like to know if this is a safety issue. Why? Must we pay instead of manufacturer.
Abs brake failure. In addition, premature wear of brake pads/rotors, causing brakes to pulsate upon application. Also radiator is leaking brown fluid due to rust.
Abs brake failure, when applied the brakes the pedal was very hard, causing extended stopping distance and impact 12:00 position, speed 25mph.
Abs brake failure, when driving vehicle at any speed lost effectiveness and pedal went to the floor; also, while driving making a grinding noise.
The vehicle lost its ABS system. The owner went to apply the brakes and the pedal would not depress and the car would not stop.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use
- Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Residual brake pressure on the rear brakes of a 1996-1997 taurus or sable, make sure to support the rear...
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: brake fluid low warning: lamp
- What is wrong
- The brake system fluid level indicator lamp switch can malfunction. This does not comply with fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: if the switch malfuntions, the brake system warning lamp will either remain illuminated continuously or fail to light as intended when the fluid level falls to a certain level. In either case, the vehicle operator would not be warned of a low brake fluid level condition.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the brake system fluid level indicator lamp switches.
Recall number 96V016000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Ford Taurus abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1996 Ford Taurus?
18 of 825 owner complaints about the 1996 Ford Taurus (2%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Ford Taurus?
There is 1 recall and 13 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Ford Taurus
Stalling 57Transmission failure 35Overheating 32Engine failure 29Loss of power 27Grinding brakes 20Check engine light 20Power steering loss 19Coil spring 16No deployment 15Headlights 15Wipers 15Brake failure 14Door locks 14Tire blowout 13Steering noise 12Fire or smoke 11Jerking 9Slipping 9Seat belt 8Knocking 7Steering lock-up 7Airbag light 6Ball joint 6Sudden acceleration 6Won't start 6Won't shift 5
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