1997 Ford Taurus engine problems

Filed Mar 15, 2021 · Acceleration, Engine · 162,846 miles · IA

Oil light does not come on when low. 2. Engine light always on. 3 when I was driving this winter, the brakes, they locked up on me and I almost had a collision with two other cars but I hit a curb and was able to get my car moving again. 4.car is loud while driving. 5 can't get good gas milage.6.car has developed an oil leak.

Filed Mar 28, 2016 · Acceleration, Engine · NJ · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford taurus. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle lost power. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The contact also noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Apr 5, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 127,700 miles · ID · fire

On 4/3/2015 my mother in law pulled into the driveway after a 10 mile trip to town. Upon pulling in the driveway the car started on fire immediately, at first she thought the car was overheating (white smoke) then realized the car was actually on fire (black smoke). She had to be helped by an idaho power employee who was driving by. A total of two 15lb fire extinguishers and garden hose were used to keep the fire at bay until the fire department arrived. The car was destroyed from the dash panel forward. The fire department determined the fire started at the power distribution box located by the master cylinder on the firewall. The fire department determined the cause as an "electrical fire", up until the fire the car had no known electrical or major mechanical problems. The car had no modifications and was completely stock. No insurance claim was filed as I only carried liability coverage on the car.

Filed Jul 19, 2013 · Engine · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred sporadically. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, but the dealer had not been able to determine what caused the failure. The failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 140,000.

Filed Jun 29, 2012 · Engine, Steering · 153,000 miles · FL

I purchased my 1997 ford taurus in february 2010, and shortly after experienced my odometer stopping and my power steering stopping at the same time. It usually happens if I drive the car longer than 30 minutes, or if I sit at a stop light to long. It also seems to happen at speeds of 40 MPH or higher. I also noticed that my transmission will slip, and I will find my car moving forward after stopping. I have gotten used to staying a good distance from cars so I have room to stop.

Filed Mar 16, 2010 · Engine · 74,000 miles · FL

The plastic overflow bottle from the radiator keeps failing. I have replaced it 3 times in the past 4 years,was told at parts store they sell about 5 a month between the ford taurus and mercury sable,it is getting costly and ford has no answer.

Filed Mar 8, 2010 · Engine · 119,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns 1997 ford taurus. The contact stated as he was driving at 65mph the cam shaft fail. The cam shaft slipped into the motor where everything just shuts down. The warning light illuminated and then the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was told he had to replace the motor. The failure mileage was 119,000.

Filed Jan 3, 2010 · Engine · 180,000 miles · FL · fire

I have a 97 ford taurus gl. The engine caught on fire and the burned rapidly. My family just made it out of the car. I managed to get it away from the house. The house suffered some heat damage.

Filed May 2, 2008 · Engine · 97,000 miles · OH · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford taurus. While driving 25 MPH, the engine caught fire. The contact pulled over and exited the burning vehicle. The fire department was able to contain the fire. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but they were unable to determine the cause of the failure. There was no sign of lost oil or other fluids. The engine was replaced. The insurance company's investigation concluded that the cause of the failure was due to human error. The contact recently became aware of ford recall number 05s28 and she feels that this could be the cause of her engine fire. A police report was filed. The failure mileage was 97,000.

Filed Mar 17, 2008 · Brakes, Engine · 123,100 miles · NH

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford taurus. The contact noticed a strong gasoline smell and noticed gasoline on the ground under the vehicle. The mechanic stated that three failures were present: the fuel tank, a coolant leak, and brake line corrosion. There were no warning indicators prior to the failures. The vehicle was repaired. The contact would like ford to reimburse him for the cost of the repairs, but they refused. The failure mileage was 123,100 and current mileage was 123,900. Updated 04/02/08.