One morning car was started and an explosion came from engine compartment. The explosion resulted in destruction of the upper intake manifold and egr regulator. Cause of explosion is unknown.
2000 Ford Taurus engine complaints
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While driving check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer contacted the dealer and informed him that this incident happened more than once.
While driving 50 MPH spark plug snapped off from the engine. Consumer pulled over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
This is the second time I have had this problem. My emission control light is back on again. It came on before and there was some hesitation when pressing the gas pedal. The first time they replaced some part dealing with the gas filter. It is doing the same thing again. Is this a recurring problem with ford taurus?
While traveling anywhere between 10 MPH to 60 MPH engine stalls out as if too much air or not enough gas. This has happened in the middle of downtown city traffic and on major interstates over the last 2 months. It takes from 10 minutes to one hour to start car up, then runs with no problems for a week or so then all starts again. Engine light comes on at the time problem occurs, must take to mechanic to have diagnosed. Each time he's been unable to pin point the problem. Have spent over $1000 in the last 2 months with this problem and continue to experience the problem with new parts replaced. Mechanic unable to find the root problem, diagnostic machine codes have been coming up incomplete codes. I am still experiencing this problem after replacing the gasket, egr valve, oxygen sensor, temp control valve. Mechanic now watching the intake control valve which is very expensive to replace. Also watching the fuel pump, but that is testing ok. Any ideas as to what the solution to this is. I can't afford much more money for a 3 year old vehicle. Any assistance in getting ford to fix this problem or forcing a recall would be greatly appreciated. Does this constitute the mn lemon law? Help.
I was driving to work when suddenly there was a noise and the sound of grinding metal and my car was a bit difficult to steer. I pulled over and called my husband and aaa. Within 45 minutes we had heard from three different people that this problem (front coil spring breakage) is notorius with ford taurus'. Then when I went back to work and was discussing this, a fellow co worker said that this happened to his 1993 ford taurus and he had it repaired by cole muffler and ford paid for it under a "silent recall". They have no answers for me, just if we would have brought it in they would have given a discount.
Sudden failure of cylinder/valve in 2000 taurus s/w with only 28,000 miles.
While driving vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and they replaced a relay switch. Two days later, the vehicle stalled again.
Upon starting vehicle intake manifold exploded. This was caused by the power control module not being calibrated enough at time of manufacturing.
My 200 taurus overheated again, for the 2nds time in 3 months I was stranded alongside the road. I had just got my car out of the shop after paying 868.00 to get it out for cracked heads at southern tire in erwin,tn 1205 jackson loce highway. On 9/4/03 my car jerked and then lost power slowing down causing me to quickly pull over tot he side of the road so the car behind me didn't hit me. My neck has been hurting since then and my family of 8 is missing it's transportation. I should not have cooling problems again this soon after getting it repaired and my family has no financial means of buying a new car at this time.we are making monthly payment on a car that is obviously a lemon and a dud. I have owned cars for 17 years and I have never had this much trouble with a car.this car also broke down on june 4th ,2003.
While driving, the engine shut off, and the power steering failed. Dealer notified. *ak the vehicle stalled on declaration and stalled when slowing down to turn into the driveway. The had to put the gear shift back into idle and turn the key to start. *scc
The vehicle stalled as if it did not have gas. The manufacturer was not contacted at the time of this call. *ak there was a fuel recall and a fuel module was installed. There were many attempts to start the vehicle and if it did start, it ran rough. The vehicle died on many occasions. When attempting to accelerate from an intersection, the vehicle acted as if it needed gas. The gas gauge failed n two occasions. *scc
Vehicle stalled while driving at highway speed in traffic. After pulling over to the shoulder from the "high speed lane" and allowing the vehicle to sit, it started and has not stalled since. This was potentially disastrous.
2000 ford taurus dies during normal driving. *mr the consumer was unable to start the vehicle, and when it did start, it died on many occasions, the vehicle would run rough, and the gas gauge was inoperative. The fuel module was replaced along with the fuel pump sender, under dash gauge module, and the #2 sensor. *scc
Moisture in the dpfe sensor is causing my 2000 ford taurus wagon to run roughly at approx. 1500 rpms and occasionally the mil will light. If I dry it out it runs ok and the mil goes out after a few starts. I am concerned about the intake manifold explosions I have read about as well.
When trying to accelerate the vehicle shut off. The vehicle was towed to an independent auto repair shop. The gaskets were rusted which caused oil and coolant to get into the engine. The engine had to be replaced.
While driving the vehicle completely stopped running.
When the vehicle was started the consumer heard a loud back fire noise. The consumer later found out that the intake manifold exploding.
Fuel pump and fuel related incidences throughout the life of the vehicle. Oil gasket problems, various other idiosyncrasies.
Engine has stalled approx. 10 times since purchase 2 years ago--1st time at 2281 miles, technicians unable to diagnose problem
Dpfe sensor in engine shorted out. Owner immediately took it too dealership before any symptoms occurred. Please describe details.
Engine died at freeway speed. I was able to maneuver to the shoulder and re-start engine. This is the second occurrence. Both incidents happened during hot weather. I took the car to the dealership both times. Dealership couldn't find the cause.
Vehicle stalled at 65 MPH at dealership at this time. Please provide additional information.
Oil was blowing out of the oil pan. Consumer can smell gas inside of vehicle. Took to dealer, and they were going to replace the seals.
Consumer stated the rear power window was squeaking, also the passenger window had to be replaced due to rubbing and was scratched.
Vehicle cut off while driving at highway speed of 70 MPH and without warning. Vehicle towed to dealer. Feel free to provide any further information.
The catalytic converter has been repaired twice and is out again. The ABS brakes failed almost causing an accident.
Vehicle stalls intermittently at any speed. Vehicle has been taken to dealer 3 times, fuel pump and starter switch were replaced/computer was updated, and wiring harness was repaired, has not remedied the problem.
Consumer states while vehicle was parked opened the driver side door saw couple of sparks suddenly the vehicle began to smoke and occurred a fire. Nlm
Vehicle stalls intermittently/at any speed. Dealer cannot remedy problem.
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