1996 Ford Taurus: check engine light

Filed Jan 30, 2016 · Engine · CA

I recently brought the car for 4,00 and some change a bout a year ago two days after I brought it the check engine light came on and every now and then while driving it would cut off I took the car back to the place I brought it from and told them they told me to bring it back in I would have to leave it so I got some one to follow me and take me back home when I went to pick up the car it was running but by the time I got home the check engine light was back on. Then the defrost didn't work I took it back to them. That's when the air condictioner stop working I just quit complain the car ran pretty smooth although the check engine light stayed on . I went to start my car one night and it wouldn't start so I went and brought so heet I thoght because it was cold out side it is winter I begin hear a hiss llike some air is excaping from somewhere under the hood but yo hear it inside the car like a lot of static. It time for me to get a tuneup now the car really runs sluggish and turns off more often and you can't turn the wheels so that is spooky I had the check light checked out and they said it was my lean sensor too much air is getting into the gasoline and that has something to do with the catalyic converter

Filed Mar 9, 2008 · Brakes · 130,000 miles · OH

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 ...

Filed Jan 13, 2005 · Electrical · 85,000 miles · PA

Recently I've noticed numerous electrical problems. First I noticed my check engine light would come on and stay on. I had the car serviced but the light came back on. I had it checked out and it was said to have been a problem with an oxygen sensor (bank 1). It was reset, but the light came back on. I had it checked out again, and this time the codes said there was a problem with two(2) oxygen sensors(bank 1 & bank 2), but the egr check came up incomplete. Then the panel light instructing me that a door was ajar started coming on, but all doors were shut. Then it would go off all of a sudden. Now the light comes on and stays on, and all of the doors are shut.

Filed Oct 15, 2004 · Engine, Transmission · 77,000 miles · WI

While driving, the engine light illuminated. The consumer heard a knocking noise coming from the transmission. *ak the consumer stated the transmission and engine was in the process of failing.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Transmission · LA

Rebuilt trans. Nov. 2000, check engine light came on in may 2003 due to the trans. Not going into overdrive. Replace solenoids in trans. In june 2003 and that still did not correct the problem. Paid $1600.00 to rebuild and $250.00 to replace solenoids.

Filed Apr 17, 2003 · Engine · WI

While driving at any speed the engine light stayed on the remainder of the time the vehicle was being operated. The dealer was notified. *nlm

Filed Oct 30, 2002 · Engine · TN

Heard tapping sound coming from engine check engine light flashed three times lost all power to vehicle upon inspection from ford dealer they confirmed that the cam sprocket had stripped from the cam shaft as a result the engine is totaled resulting in a 6000.00 dollar less tax and labor repair bill. Dt

Filed Sep 17, 2002 · Brakes, Engine · AZ

The check engine light stayed on. The engine overheated. Cam sensor, heater core, new hose from reservoir and upper radiator hose, radiator cap, radiator, water tube assembly, thermostat, oil pan gasket had to be replaced. The consumer found 1995 model has a recall relating to the same failures. *tt the consumer felt that the problem may be linked to the recall ford sent out in reference to the faulty head gaskets/engine failures and requested reimbursement for the monies spent on repairs.

Filed Jul 3, 2002 · Engine · GA

Noticed a knock in the engine and was going to have it checked out when going down interstate 75 at 65 miles and hour the car lost acceleration in heavy friday afternoon traffic. I was able to get off the expressway and call for help. I had the car towed to a local ford dealer. They have now had my car for 48 days. I was told that the camshaft on the right side of the engine had malfunctioned and would have to be replaced. I was told the repairs would be between $2,800-$3,300. I authorized the repairs. After finally getting the parts, repairing and putting the engine back together it still did not run properly. They had to pull the engine apart again and now said they would need approximately $2,000 more to repair the valves and head. They replaced the valves and were able to machine the head. They put it back together and returned my car after 35 days and $4,400 in repairs. The next morning on the way to work the check engine light came on and the engine was running very rough. Took back to ford after 4 more days I was told the other side of the engine was now malfunctioning and it would cost me approximately $2,000-$3,000 more in repairs. After going to the head of service/parts they agreed to cover the last repairs. I was informed that when the repair was complete that it may happen again. If I would have know all this in the beginning I would not have authorized the repairs.

Filed Apr 15, 2002 · Engine · MI

While driving in traffic ,engine light illuminated indicating tha t vehicle will stumble while in idle. Dealership has been notified.

Filed Feb 6, 2002 · Acceleration, Engine · NV

My car broke down 10/21/2000. I lost all power on the freeway driving with my 2 year old son. I took my car to 3 ford dealerships and none of the mechanics could figure out what was wrong. Finally I found an independent machine shop who was competent enough to not only diagnose and fix my car properly, but they had to piece my engine (including the axles) together after a ford dealership refused to put my car back together. I had no vehicle for 7 months and had to pay $3171 for the repairs not to mention 4 tow trucks. Shortly after having my car fixed I noticed it would idle high when sitting at stop signs or lights. Eventually my check engine light appeared and recently discovered it is either the throttle position sensor or throttle body. Regarding the cam sprocket failure, I know of at least 69 people who have had the exact same problems with their taurus sho models. Ford refuses to help fix its defective product and hopefully no one will have to die from this sudden engine failure before action is taken. Thank you.

Filed May 26, 2001 · Engine · TX

Freeze plugs failed at 65mph; thermostat showed normal; engine light came on only when engine died; required head gasket job...