1996 Ford Taurus: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Oct 6, 2004 · Lights · 75,000 miles · MD

Consumer stated headlight lenses produced a thick film. As a result, the of the visibility of the driver becomes impaired. Dealer stated that it was normal procedure. *ak head light lens are no longer clear.

Filed Jul 13, 2004 · Lights · 14,000 miles · WA

The scratches on the front headlight lens were causing a distraction to the consumer's view. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Mar 23, 2004 · Lights · KS

Ford taurus: head lights fogged over. We feel there is a severe defect in the seals for these headlights.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · CA

Headlights would only work some of the time. Dealer replaced defective headlight switch. The engine developed a high pitched squeal, almost like a belt squeal. It was determined the cam synchronizer was defective. At that time the cam position sensor was also found to be defective. The magnet was falling out. The coolant overflow bottle was discolored, leaking and full of cracks causing antifreeze to pour out of the cooling system. Ford acknowledges there is a bank to bank coolant flow imbalance on some 1996 model year taurus leading to contaminated/corroded coolant. Recall 98b23 was performed. But the damage was already done to the rest of the cooling system.

Filed Nov 18, 2002 · Lights · OH

Consumer called complaining about having problems with headlights. Also stated that when she will turn on her lights only the day lights will go on. Dealer was contacted and told the consumer to contact us. Ts

Filed Oct 31, 2001 · Lights · MT

Seal on both headlight lens have failed resulting in cloudy lenses . Lens are not removable requireing replacing each unit at a price of $214. Per unit. In discussing with service people at ford garage they say this is occuring quite frequently. This is ridiculous having to replace the whole unit to enable cleaning of a headlight lens. This restricts the visibility due to diminished lumens available . This is a serious saftey hazard.

Filed Aug 7, 2001 · Lights · FL

The headlight covers are cloudy and very little light shines through. You can hardly tell that the lights are on at night.

Filed Mar 13, 2001 · Electrical · OH

Rear tail lights and back up lights were not working. Electrical defect did not affect headlights or dashboard lights.

Filed Sep 24, 2000 · Lights · FL

Headlights are dim - due to opaque plastic cover.

Filed Sep 5, 2000 · Lights · FL

Outer headlight lens yellowing,interior filling with moisture

Filed Aug 28, 2000 · Electrical, Engine · TX

When driving consumer noticed vehicle overheated due to a leak within the engine compartment. Also, a problem with battery draining out, and headlights come off and on. Consumer have contacted the dealer. *ak the thermostat failed.

Filed May 15, 2000 · Visibility · NJ

My windshield has developed a haze between the lamenation and glass, as diagnosed by the dealer. The only solution was to replace the window. This condition makes the view severely blurred when oncoming headlights and/or sun is involved. It is much like shining light through a prism. Glass on a vehicle should last the lifetime of the vehicle, and not go bad. This creates a serious visual hazard. I would hope that this warrants an investigation to provide consumers like myself some sort of replacement/recall option. Further, if a windshield cannot withstand the test of time, I have lost faith in its integrity during an accident. To say the least, ford has produced a "lemon" product, as again...glass should not go bad.