1997 Ford Taurus: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Mar 1, 2006 · Electrical · 79,985 miles · TX

This incident has happened before the date below but this time I decided to make a complaint after it happened again. When there is a lot of water and you turn right, my car turns off, the battery light comes on and then it makes this squealing noise. And then it starts right back up. I had this checked out but nothing was found wrong with my ford 97 taurus. I've driven through a lot of water going forward in the car and it doesn't turn off or make any noise, just when turning right. I never noticed it when turning left.

Filed Feb 10, 2005 · Brakes, Steering · NC

I have experience the same lost of power steering and brakes,I have also notice that when I turn my wheel it makes a squeaking sound.had the car checked was told it needed to be lubed.had it lubed car is still doing the same thing.a coworker has a 1997 ford taurus like my car and they are experencing the same noises. Please advise if this problem is common.

Filed Jul 11, 2003 · Brakes · 58,000 miles · NJ

The vehicle experienced grinding noise on the rear passenger side. The brake rotors could not be resurfaced because they were too thin. The consumer felt that the elimination of the warning indicator on the rear brake pads could pose a hazard because sudden brake failure could occur without warning. *ph *cb

Filed Mar 1, 2001 · Steering · WA

Rack and pinion steering makes a grinding sound when making a right turn. Dealer says that rack and pinion steering is wearing out, and will go perform badly over a period of time.

Filed Feb 27, 2001 · Transmission · NY

Consumer was traveling about 35mph on highway and heard a grinding noise. She was able to pull over to shoulders, and looked underneath vehicle. There was smoke coming from underneath, and she had to have vehicle towed. Transmission exploded.

Filed May 11, 2000 · Steering, Suspension · MO

Squeaking in front end, had to have tie rod ends replaced then there is still a popping in the front end when I turn the wheels to make a turn.

Filed Jan 4, 1999 · Engine, Steering · CA

Vehicle never heats up. The temperature gauge never registers hot on the car. Also, engine head gaskets blew out withouty prior indication or warning. Incident occurred three times. Dealer notified and aware of the problem. Car with dealer and no information on diagnosis. Right front grinding noise and steering gear was replaced. Freeze plug lost. Provide further information.

Filed Dec 8, 1998 · Brakes, Suspension · TX

Was traveling aproximately 10mph when front suspension started squeaking. Had part of the braking system replaced prior to suspension squeaking.

Filed Nov 3, 1998 · Transmission · PA

Original transmission replaced at 6,000 miles. The 2nd transmission makes loud noises. Sounds like grinding. Was not changing gears smoothly. Took to dealer & informed keep driving. Had transmission replaced in november.

Filed Sep 3, 1998 · Steering, Suspension · TN

On several occasions, especially during or after a rainfall, when driving through standing water which caused an upward splash under the right front, the engine died , causing loss of power . Engine would restart as soon as vehicle cleared the deep water area, but a squealing of the power steering would follow for about 30 seconds. Dealer aware of problem, but ha syet to replac eparts.

Filed Jul 6, 1998 · Brakes · FL

Consumer started to hear grinding noises. Rear wheel cylinders are leaking brake fluid, which could result in a loss of brakes. Dealer cannot determine why rear wheel cylinders are leaking.

Filed Jan 6, 1998 · Steering · FL

While driving over water puddles the water wets a belt which squeals, and cause no power steering which almost caused an accident. Haven't taken to dealer yet.