1997 Ford Taurus lights problems

Filed Jul 14, 2008 · Lights · 47,000 miles · PA

A progressive deterioration of the front headlight lens. Headlight lens is so foggy that visibility is poor enough that it must be replaced. Ford says the deterioration is due to automatic car wash soap. However, car was hand washed. The approximate cost for parts alone is $500 as the lens is not sold separately. Cars in the junk yard also have same condition.

Filed Oct 10, 2006 · Lights · 71,735 miles · PA

Headlight failure due to faulty light switch.

Filed Sep 6, 2005 · Lights · FL

Dt: consumer owns a ford taurus. The headlight lens was not clear, resulting in poor visibility. The cloudiness has become progressively worse in the last 5 years. Had to buy 2 new sealed headlights.*ak

Filed Aug 31, 2004 · Electrical, Lights · 13,000 miles · OH

While driving it was hard to shift gears/steer the vehicle. The brake and tail lights failed to work. *ak the electrical system was intermittent, the radio would go off when the steering wheel was turned and when the vehicle was in drive. The problem would start when the vehicle was in park, reverse, or neutral. The seat belt light flickered on and off without cause. *sc

Filed Aug 9, 2004 · Lights, Visibility · 88,000 miles · MA

Random changes in the windshield wiper speed, regardless of setting. Hazard signals failed or only one side flashing. Turn signal failure (of exterior and interior console lights). Failure of interior lighting to turn off after doors closed. Failure of power windows (all four). Short in electrical system resulting in required replacement of gem module. Turn signal/wiper controls replaced. Gem module replaced.

Filed Apr 9, 2004 · Electrical, Lights · 40,000 miles · CA

The instrument panel will display the "door ajar" warning icon and the dome light will remain on while operating the vehicle. After exiting and securing the vehicle, the dome light will remain on for an indefinate amount of time. The problem is intermittent but can continue to malfunction for a week-at-a-time and not have a recurrence for up to a month. Dealer told me that unless I could localize the source of the failure, they could not begin to solve the problem.

Filed Jan 29, 2003 · Lights, Seat belts · 101,000 miles · NH

Driver seatbelt status, door shut status not working properly. Seatbelt light is on even when wearing seatbelt, and "door open" light, interior light stay on even when door is closed.

Filed Jun 12, 2002 · Body, Brakes · NV

While applying the brakes from between 65 to 45 MPH there is a serious shaking felt through the steering wheel and column. There is also a problem with the automatic door locks not working when the car is put into motion. That really concerns me having three small children. The interior dome light also doesn't shut off as it should.

Filed Mar 20, 2002 · Lights · NC

While driving at night headlights went out. Consumer had to constantly wiggle headlight switch to keep headlights on. Vehicle at dealership at this time.

Filed Mar 12, 2002 · Lights, Steering · IN

Dome light stays uluminated while driving, causing poor visibility. Power steering goes in and out, causing it to become difficult to steer. Dealer will be notified.