1999 Ford Taurus transmission problems

Filed Nov 19, 2017 · Acceleration, Transmission · 148,725 miles · CA

Was driving and all of a sudden the speedometer started jumping around, when I stepped on the gas the RPM's reved up high. I stopped at the stop sign and the car accelerated by itself into the intersection I came close to hitting another car! I have had the vehicle speed sensor replaced twice already and the transmission replaced . As I was driving it home the car hesitated in the intersection then jerked you can feel the pulsing of the car as it accelerates and deaccelerates. It is a safety hazzard

Filed Jan 20, 2017 · Acceleration, Transmission · 145,861 miles · CA

May 2016 I was driving my car and it felt like the transmission was slipping and the speedometer was all out of whack, the RPM's were going higher as I stepped on the gas pedal. I had the transmission replaced, the car has had more problems and was broke down for almost the remainder of the year. Dec. 2016 had a new starter, power steering pulley, and serpentine belt replaced. Car ran great for 3 days then the speedometer wasn't working and felt like the transmission is slipping or completely going out. I can't afford to repair this car I just finished paying off the $900 transmission job, plus I am still paying on the car! I am a single mother on disability with no money for repairs or another car. Please help.

Filed Sep 24, 2013 · Transmission · 90,000 miles · AZ

The throttle cable broke and has to be replaced. I've noticed there was a recall for the throttle cable specifically but I cannot find information regarding this with the federal safety agency.

Filed Mar 29, 2013 · Transmission · GA

Got a transmission leak, the transmission pan seals were replaced as they were wet and transmission was flushed and refilled. Next day the car was still leaking transmission fluid brought it back to shop where the seals in the transmission pump were shredded. Was replaced and again transmission was flushed and filled. Get transmission back in car and o/d light is on. Replaced the cables and siliniod pack. Next day driving the car at 10 MPH the car lost power and was like in neutral. Parked car and shut it off. Towed to mechanic and he said transmission is busted/broke and needs replacing. After reading here seems this transmission on this year of car is crap and needs to be recalled!! Please make them recall this transmission and pay owners for there screw up!! This is crap I love my car and now this. Maybe I go foreign. Ps no federal bailout for them as they don't help there customers thats why there failing. Good car bad transmission /customer support!!!!!

Filed Jan 3, 2012 · Transmission · 135,000 miles · IL

I was going down he interstate with my 3 kids when my car stopped accelerating. It acted like it was in neutral, the engine was running and the RPM's would go up when I pressed on the gas pedal but it wouldn't accelerate anymore. I had to merge over 3 lanes of interstate traffic to get to the shoulder and luckily got to stop before we went over a bridge! I had it towed to a shop and they just called to tell me it is the torque converter and they just replaced one a few weeks ago. I looked online and this seems to be a common problem with this car.

Filed Aug 15, 2011 · Transmission · 100,000 miles · MO

A minor slippage in the transmission became a complete transmission failure in less than a mile. No power to any gears, had to be towed. Only repair options presented were new/used transmission, ranging from 1500-3000 in price, even though the nature of the failure was known by the dealership and the other mechanics I spoke with. Otherwise, good car, but now it sits in my driveway. I would like the transmission repaired/replaced reasonably or for free given the complete and total, sudden failure.

Filed Aug 15, 2011 · Transmission · 92,912 miles · CA

Transmission failure. No warning. Driving on the highway at 60 MPH and it was like the transmission went into neutral. The california highway patrol had to stop all north bound traffic on i5 in los angeles so the tow truck can move the car with the whole family to safety. We couldn't even open the car door.

Filed Jul 24, 2010 · Brakes, Steering · CA

A 51 point inspection done on a 1999 ford taurus I purchased that had the following safety issues: cracked brakes, loose pinion rod, transmission, steering wheel off center to name a few items. Required a flushing, oil, etc. I had to pay out of pocket to have most of these items repaired or replaced. Some old parts are available, but I also have documentation to support my complaint. I have not had the transmission fixed due to funds. These items are a safety issue and could have cause a major accident.

Filed Jun 23, 2009 · Electrical, Engine · 62,000 miles · NJ

Automatic power-train. Speedometer stopped working ,car would not shift and heater core needs replacement . Was advised by mechanic that shift solenoid needed replacement.

Filed Sep 24, 2008 · Acceleration, Transmission · 56,408 miles · MO

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford taurus. At 43,400 miles, the automatic transmission was rebuilt at the cost of $1,400. Within a year, it had to be rebuilt a second time at no charge. On september 22, 2008, the transmission was rebuilt for the third time at 53,600 miles. The repair shop stated that the transmission was defective and needed to be completely replaced. While driving various speeds, the transmission skips second gear and the vehicle jerks often. The contact does not drive on the highway, only in town. She noticed that the vehicle is at 5,000 RPM when driving. The accelerator pedal is extended to the floor, but the vehicle only accelerates between 5-10 MPH. The vehicle speed sensor also had to be replaced. The contact retrieved her vehicle from the repair shop on september 24, 2008. The failure mileage was 56,408.