Tl* the contact owns a 1996 ford taurus. The contact stated while driving approximately 1 MPH, the vehicle accelerated violently and crashed into a pole without any warning. The contact sustained chest and head injuries and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. Updated 3/13/13 *cn updated 03/19/13 updated 03/20/13*lj the consumer stated the brakes didn't work, and she hit several curbs and two tires burst on the passenger side. She hit a lamp post and some shrubs, as well as an atm machine. Updated 04/10/13
1996 Ford Taurus: brake failure
14 of the 825 complaints about the 1996 Ford Taurus describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 130,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 13 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
My son was driving the vehicle when the brakes completely failed. Brake lines to the rear of the car ruptured and drained system of brake fluid and car had no brakes at all. It rolled into an intersection and thankfully he wasn't hurt. Apparently this is fairly common with older cars. Both lines being replaced.
Parking shifter hitting the brake line coming from master cylinder...notice brake light coming on and kept putting fluid in it but then got under car and noticed fluid leaking all over lines....have no brakes now...
Brakes failed gradually fast..lost pressure in pedal....during snow storm...with kids in car...brakes go all the way to the floor...no service check engine light , or brake light illuminates at all!!! Barely got home that night,told not to drive it ,now were snowed in so no one has had a chance to see why this is ...
When the consumer applied the brakes, the pedal went to the floor. The consumer collided with another driver. Both frontal air bags did deploy, but the air bags deployed in the upright position and hit the windshield and caused the windshield to shatter. The vehicle was towed and totaled by the insurance company. Please fill in additional information.
Total brake failure. Brake lines rusted through causing leak. Had to use emergency brake to stop.
While driving on highway in rain storm, instantly when consumer took foot off gas pedal and put it on brake pedal, engine failed which caused a loss of brakes, resulting in rearend accident.
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.
Parking brake failed, causing accident.
Vehicle had no brakes when coming off the interstate, tried pumping the brakes, they woudn't work. Vehicle had to be towed. Vehicle's electrical system just shut down.
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.
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 brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1996 Ford Taurus?
14 of 825 owner complaints about the 1996 Ford Taurus (2%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
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 19ABS 18Coil spring 16No deployment 15Headlights 15Wipers 15Door 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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