2004 Ford Taurus electrical problems

Filed Dec 18, 2018 · Electrical · 139,000 miles · KY

Entered card in the morning and the floor board was inexplicably soaked. After starting the car, the heat was would only work when the blower was set on high, the first three settings didn't turn on at all.

Filed Dec 18, 2018 · Acceleration, Electrical · 139,000 miles · KY

After exiting the highway, braking to stop a red light, the car proceeded to slowly accelerate on its own. After letting it go for a while, it topped out around 52mph, as if the cruise control was working on its own. I kept pressing off, but that wouldn't work. The car stopped revving rpms when I put it in neutral.

Filed Jan 24, 2018 · Electrical · CA

When door closed test light with mileage won't show???

Filed Jan 2, 2017 · Electrical, Transmission · 204,000 miles · TN

My car has the same problem as the federal safety agency campaign number 04v106000 (ford recall number 04s12-manufacturer's report date april 5, 2004). Yet, it's not flagging my VIN as part of the recall. The badge on the driver's door shows the car was built 02/2004. It's been doing it a long time off and on, I thought it was the tilt steering wheel. The gearshift will not come out of park with your foot on the brake pedal. I understand that it's a faulty brake light switch. My car should be covered by this recall. Thank you for any help with this matter!

Filed Sep 19, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 100,000 miles · TX · fire

The whole entire wires under the dashboard caught on fire and almost blew me my kids up in dallas texas, had it total and the mechanic stated that the whole computer system blew the wires out and that it was a manufacturing problem.

Filed Apr 7, 2016 · Electrical · 155,000 miles · TX

While driving on the highway (50 - 60 MPH), the car stalls, all the lights turn off including the hazard flashers. Braking and steering then become very difficult. I always put the car into neutral and attempt to coast to a safe parking location. I am able to restart the vehicle sometimes immediately, sometimes after prolonged periods. So far, the stall problem has never occurred while the vehicle was at rest. Sometimes the door locks will briefly "chatter" as the solenoids mysteriously activate. This can occur while driving or idling. The problem first occurred in june 2015. Then recurred randomly once every 2-3 weeks. Recently, the problem occurs 2-3 times in a day. The problem does not persist long enough to be diagnosed.

Filed Jul 20, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 198,938 miles · ID

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford taurus. While driving 35 MPH, the brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v106000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 198,938.

Filed Jun 26, 2015 · Body, Electrical · LA · fire

Drove car about 4 miles. No problems. When parked it was smoking real bad under hood then caught on fire. Fireman said it was electrical. It gave no warning. As I looked on this website I have seen that I am not the only person that has had this happen. My car is totaled and I am without a vehicle. Now what will ford do about that? I could have been killed. Thank god I wasn't.

Filed Dec 22, 2014 · Electrical · OR

I bought a car from tri star auto brokers ([xxx]), with a two year contract ($217/month) to pay the car off. The dealership did not like customers to pay at the office, we were told to send our payments to the p.o. Box given by them: p.o. Box 90252, portland, or 97290. I spoke with [xxx], who handles the payments three months ago in regards to the balance I owe. According to her, I had either this last payment in december or I may have a small amount due in january then I'd be able to receive my title. I went in on friday, december 19, to see if I could just pay the car off and get my title. However, when I get there, I'm told the dealership has new owners, and I needed to contact the dmv on information on my vehicle and what to do. I called the dmv and was told to fill this form out and someone would contact me soon. If any other information is needed, please let me know what/how/where to send it. I'd really appreciate the help as soon as possible, thank you. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 9, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 150,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford taurus. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that the brake light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was advised that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v106000 (exterior lighting). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000 and the current mileage was 157,000.