2004 Ford Taurus engine complaints

Filed Jun 12, 2006 · Engine · FL

Rough idle, taken to dealer under warranty and was told ford was aware of problem and had issued a computer update for the issue. Car was serviced and idle was only improved for 1 week or less. Idle continues to be rough and shop has not been able to identify the problem. This has been problem since the day I purchased the car.

Filed Dec 20, 2005 · Engine · 21,875 miles · MN

Am hearing a light moan on light acceleration. I can hear it at all rpms and speed. But is at its loudest at 40-45 MPH, just after it shifts into the highest gear. In last few wks- it seems to follow the exhaust to the rear. Dealership does not seem to verify it. Am returning for new rear struts that rattle-on warranty. What should I tell them when I return? Also can feel it through the steering wheel.

Filed Jul 12, 2005 · Engine · 3,261 miles · IN · fire

Dt: the consumer had a 2004 ford taurus that was purchased on 4/1/05. On 6/25/05, 10 minutes after the oil was changed the vehicle caught on fire down the road from the dealer. The insurance investigator said the fire started because the dealer didn't put the oil cap back on properly.

Filed Apr 15, 2004 · Engine · 60,902 miles · TX

My 2003 ford taurus se; has had a rough idle and rough running when slowing down to stop and when stopped. The engine will act like it is running out of fuel, some times it will just shutdown with no warning. Usually happens under 40 MPH.*ak vehicle is maintained by a ford dealer, and has all filters changed before the scheduled time. Also has had transmission fluid changed twice in 60,000 miles along with coolant change as directed by ford. Dealer says that rough idle and hesitation is normal for this v6 engine. But I see that other ford and mazda vehicles using this engine are having same problem. Also have had to replace all 4 continental 215x60x16 tires due to explosive blowout between 35000 miles and 55,000 miles