Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 041601 | 11/14/2005 | 05228 | 10018745 | Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt | 01/12/2006 |
| 18614 | 05/01/2005 | 10017916 | Surge, idle roll, rough idle only when the engine cooling fans are operating. *tt | 12/07/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| 01116 | 06/11/2001 | 622646 | Some vehicles may exhibit cooling system conditions such contaminated / corroded coolant; leaking / discolored coolant overflow bottles; vibration from engine; leaking heater core; coolant overflow; high temperature gauge readings, etc. | 10/22/2001 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 031404 | 08/23/2004 | 04161 | 10011162 | Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. to include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04. | 01/06/2005 |
| 02221 | 11/11/2002 | 10008304 | Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj | 07/27/2004 | |
| 03141 | 07/21/2003 | 10003741 | In vehicle loctite service procedure for camshaft tube and gear. *tt | 10/29/2003 | |
| 870197 | 10/22/2002 | 10000592 | Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1336, p1309 and p0340. *tt | 03/25/2003 | |
| 15879 | 05/01/2002 | 637741 | Some sho vehicles may exhibit a ticking noise originating from the valve cover area. *tt | 12/04/2002 | |
| 01124 | 06/25/2001 | 622665 | On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil pan gasket repair has been performed. *tt | 10/22/2001 | |
| 14355 | 01/01/2000 | 620504 | Exhibiting an oil leak from the engine oil pan. *tt | 08/13/2001 | |
| 14355 | 09/01/2000 | 618630 | Information pertaining to duratec oil pan investigation. *jb | 04/18/2001 | |
| 13101 | 08/01/1999 | 6091905 | Subject regarding the sbds relative cam timing test. *tt | 11/16/2000 | |
| 13180 | 09/01/1999 | 6090538 | Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs | 03/21/2000 | |
| 6997 | 09/01/1999 | 6090310 | Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt | 03/14/2000 | |
| 996874 | 08/01/1999 | 608805 | Subject pertaining to the sbds relative cam timing test which has been temporarily removed from use on some vehicles due to noise concerns. *tt | 12/06/1999 | |
| 5857 | 03/01/1999 | 605244 | Vehicle exhibiting no reverse or intermittent no reverse engagement during extreme cold temperatures. *tt | 06/04/1999 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 01246 | 12/10/2001 | 630515 | Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt | 04/18/2002 | |
| 0214 | 01/21/2002 | 630001 | Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt | 04/11/2002 | |
| 01205 | 10/15/2001 | 627927 | Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt | 02/26/2002 | |
| 0147 | 03/05/2001 | 619424 | Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt | 05/30/2001 | |
| 14584 | 01/01/2001 | 617878 | Subject regarding flex fuel vechicle oil and fuel recommendations. *jb | 04/02/2001 | |
| 6730 | 08/01/1999 | 608450 | Subject pertaining to vehicles with 3.0l 2-valve engines, built prior to 4/12/99 may exhibit spark knock. *tt | 11/03/2000 | |
| 8583 | 04/01/2000 | 613689 | Some vehicles may exhibit dtc p1518 and / or p1519, related to intake manifold runner control (imrc). *mr | 07/27/2000 | |
| 12174 | 11/01/1998 | 613224 | Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern. *mjs | 06/19/2000 | |
| 12079 | 11/01/1998 | 613057 | Vehicles may exhibit a buzz or rattle condition on a cold start or during a low rpm stead speed. *mjs | 06/16/2000 | |
| 0061 | 06/13/2000 | 612901 | Issue of a perceived lack of engine braking and malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated with a false diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1138 stored in memory may occur on some vehicles . *mjs | 06/13/2000 | |
| 13770 | 01/01/2000 | 612797 | Vehicles with 3.0l 2-valve vulcan engine have revised engine oil indicator (dipstick) graphics. *mjs | 06/12/2000 | |
| 7927 | 01/01/2000 | 7927 | 612414 | Revised engine oil indicator (dipstick) graphics. the full level is between the min an max. if the oil reading is between the markings the level is acceptable, do not add oil. if the oil level is below the min mark add enough lil to rais | 06/08/2000 |
| 13019 | 07/01/1999 | 610762 | Some vehicles with 3.0l 2-valve engines, built prior to 4/12/1999 may exhibit spark knock. *tt | 05/12/2000 | |
| 6576 | 07/01/1999 | 610694 | Service tip information regarding engine oil leak diagnosis. *tt | 05/11/2000 | |
| 99183 | 09/06/1999 | 6090051 | Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure. *tt | 03/06/2000 | |
| 99125 | 06/14/1999 | 606440 | Information pertaining to lack of engine braking with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1138 present during key on engine running (koer). *tt | 08/20/1999 | |
| 99816 | 05/03/1999 | 606420 | Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt | 08/19/1999 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 02183 | 09/16/2002 | 10008592 | Exhaust system y-pipe crack at the noise vibration harness bracket. *mj | 08/09/2004 | |
| 14856 | 04/01/2001 | 619333 | Some vehicles equpped with 3.0l 2v vulcan or 4v duratec engine may exhibit an exhaust rust-thru, weld fatigue condition between the two toeboard catalysts where a tie-in bracket is welded to the formed inlet pipe of the rear bank toeboard c | 05/23/2001 | |
| 982010 | 10/12/1998 | 603695 | Experiencing a buzzing or rattling noise from the exhaust system. *yc | 03/02/1999 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| 982310 | 11/23/1998 | 603724 | Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak | 03/03/1999 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||||
| CSP-08B01 | 05/16/2008 | 10026389 | Ford: certain 1999-2001 model year vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in new york and certain 2001 vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in the state of maine, certified for sale in california-federal emission warranty refund. *pe | 10/23/2008 | |
| 985083 | 11/01/1998 | 613211 | Some vehicles (3.0l 4 valve only) may exhibit a catalytic converter buzz or rattle condition on a cold start or during a low rpm steady speed. *tt | 06/19/2000 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | |||||
| 15390 | 11/01/2001 | 630408 | Some vehicles may exhibit a check engine light and/or egr diagnostic trouble codes 332, p0401, p1407 (lackof egr flow). *tt | 04/17/2002 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 09/14/2010 | 143000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford taurus. the contact stated that when accelerating the vehicle would stall. the speedometer was inoperable and the overdrive warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealer repaired the vehicle but the failure persisted. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 143,000 and the current mileage was 153,133. | |||
| 09/14/2010 | 143000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 ford taurus. the contact stated that when accelerating the vehicle would stall. the speedometer was inoperable and the overdrive warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealer repaired the vehicle but the failure persisted. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 143,000 and the current mileage was 153,133. kmj | |||
| 09/14/2010 | 143000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 ford taurus. the contact stated that upon accelerating, the vehicle would stall. the speedometer was inoperative and the over drive warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel of the vehicle. the dealer repaired the vehicle, but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 143,000 and the current mileage was 153,133. nw | |||
| 03/14/2002 | 63000 | ||
| This taurus has no engine braking at all. speed cannot be decreased by releasing the accelerator pedal. excessive speed can only be avoided by riding the brakes. this is not uncommon on this year and model. ford dealer says it is normal and ok. just a consequence of having an overdrive transmission. go figure!! | |||
| 03/15/2002 | 0 | ||
| 1999 ford 3l duo cam engine. their is no apparent engine braking from this engine at highway speeds. locking out overdrive will help but causes the engine to rev excessivly. cruse control speed will exceed the speed limit by a lot while going down hill, even slightly. | |||
| 05/30/2010 | 30000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 ford taurus; she stated that the vehicle was overheating constantly and was taken to the dealer who informed her that there was corrosion build-up that had to be flushed and drained. the repair was done. however, a few months later the defroster became defective and the failure re-occurred. the dealer was contacted but the contact was advised that she would be charged for a diagnosis since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the failure mileage 30,000 and current mileage was 54,000. | |||
| 05/25/2008 | 117400 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford taurus. the contact stated that the service engine soon light illuminated on the instrument panel. a mechanic replaced the oxygen sensor; however, the light still illuminated. the contact was informed that there was a misfire on the #6 cylinder. in addition, there was a lot of smoke when the vehicle was started. he took the vehicle to a mechanic and they stated that the possible cause of the failure was antifreeze entering the motor. the mechanic also suggested that there was a potential issue with the head gasket, which would cost between $1,500-$2,500 to repair. also, the vehicle would not decelerate if the contact removed her foot from the accelerator pedal; therefore, he would have to apply the brakes instead. the mechanic informed him that the vehicle would coast due to the cruise control. the contact also experienced issues with the fuel system using more gasoline than he believed was necessary. for errands around town, the vehicle would use a half of a tank. the headlights had a dingy color on the inside. he attempted to get another lens cap for it, but could not change it because it was plastic. the contact would have to purchase another headlight to correct the issue. the manufacturer could not assist because the vehicle was close to ten years old. the contact also noticed that the vehicle would accelerate on its own and slip into another gear. lastly, there was an issue with the instrument panel gauges dimming intermittently. the current mileage was approximately 118,000 and failure mileage was 117,400. | |||
| 05/09/2008 | 65000 | 1 | |
| This vehicles has a cooling system problem. the vehicle is known by ford to have a problem and nothing has been done to correct the defect. my vehicle is a 1999 ford taurus which developed heating problems last year. today it was learned that the vehicles cooling system is plugged with a rust type mixture and it is unable to be cleared without replacing the radiator and tearing down the engine to clean it out. apparently ford has known about the problem and has basically admitted they have a cooling system problem covering several years. it will cost several thousand dollars to fix this problem which is not an option at this time. i would like to see ford admit they have a problem and rectify the situation. *tr | |||
| 04/18/2008 | 0 | 04/05/2008 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford taurus. upon inspecting the vehicle after it was delivered, the contact discovered that it looked as if it had been involved in a crash. the vehicle left oil stains on the driveway. there had been no failure to date. the current mileage was 86,560. | |||
| 08/17/2006 | 2 | 08/27/2004 | |
| I have a 1999 ford taurus wagon and the cooling system has been a thorn in my side for the last 2 years. first 1k was leaking coolant and when i brought into the dealership,was told the freeze plugs needed to be replaced as the coolant was acidic. this was my fourth car and i had never in my life heard anything like that. then, when changed there was alot of rust in the coolant system. had to change the thermostat, freeze plugs, and water pump. then things became worse. i started having engine problems which resulted in replacing the head gasket and engine head. when i took the car to the dealership, i was told they have seen this problem many times on that model year car. they suggested i replace the engine, at an estimated cost of $7,000 or buy a new car. then i had no heat in the car as a result also. needless to say, i have gotten the work done on the car and spent about $4,000. i was told by one dealership there was a problem with the engine core which was a manufacturer defect but ford would never own up to it. *tr | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| 1999 ford taurus engine is failing. consumer states that she would like any information about any program that will help her get her engine replaced. *kb | |||
| 08/24/2007 | 145000 | 4 | |
| Ford coolant corrosion is costing us tooooo much. engine was running hot. started with thermostat, then degas bottle cap (full of rust), then water pump (fins corroded and gone), then radiator flushed-full of rust, now head gasket is gone. flushing system didn't help. heater core has problems too--no heat to defrost windows which is hazardous to driving car. *tr | |||
| 09/20/2006 | 85000 | 1 | 05/05/1999 |
| I owned a 1999 taurus and drove it for approximately seven years without major problems. i performed the normal maintenance on the vehicle and it was in good working order. on septebmer 20, 2006 the vehicle caught on fire. the car was parked in front of my house. the source of the fire appeared to be the front right area of the engine component. the vehicle is completely destroyed and is now in a junk yard. the local fire department was called to the scene and put the fire out. there were no injuries, and minor damage to the grass due to the heat of the fire. *jb | |||
| 08/15/2006 | 52395 | 1 | 12/06/2000 |
| I was on vacation when my car lost acceleration i pulled up to the stop sign where my car was smoking, drove to the nearest mechanic to find out i had a blown gasket. my temp light never went on and its functioning. the mechanic there told me this was a known ford problem. i called my own mechanic when i got back home and he told me the same thing. i just got done paying for my car when this happened. i called ford and they told me there was nothing i could do. after reading so many complaint's why isn't ford doing anything with this problem. i had to go and buy and new car which i cant afford. needless to say it wasn't a ford i bought. *jb | |||
| 06/18/2005 | 64000 | 07/15/2004 | |
| I noticed problems with my air and heat in my 1999 ford taurus. when i took it to a mechanic, i was told that a freeze plug on my engine had rusted through, and antifreeze was leaking out of the car. i spent a little over $200 to replace the freeze plug (mostly labor charges). two months later, my air conditioner stopped working again, so i checked on the antifreeze level, and it was again empty. the mechanic told me that another freeze plug had failed, and he estimated it would be between $250 and $450 to replace it. i do have the first freeze plug; the second has not been replaced yet. | |||
| 02/04/2004 | 1 | ||
| Cooling system broken, replaced faulty oil pan gasket and heater supply hose. *bf *jb | |||
| 06/16/2004 | 78000 | 5 | |
| A new oil pump was replaced and the engine was still knocking. dealer stated that the lifters were bad. also, brakes were replaced four times.*ak | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| Various problems involving 1999 ford taurus station wagon.*mr the power steering made excessive noise, dealer replaced the steering rack. the vehicle front end was out of alignment. the check engine light illuminated intermittently. the dealer replaced several components to correct this occurrence. the technician removed and replaced #1 coil, replaced the spark plugs, cleared all the codes and then the vehicle ran fine. the front and rear brakes were replaced and the rotors machined. the temperature gauge malfunctioned. the technician replaced the freeze out plug and thermostat. windshield washers failed. the vehicle steering wheel was loose. the technician indicated that the vehicle needed front and rear struts, sway bar links and rear subframe bushing. when accelerating the vehicle's transmission slipped and on cold start reverse jerks into gear, dealer replaced the trans unit. the d/s door rubber on the bottom of the door was coming off. d/s seat belt would not retract. antifreeze was leaking in out the rear block. *nm | |||
| 07/01/2004 | 1 | ||
| Consumer stated that ford changed the gasket in the ford taurus. the gasket melted, and water entered into the engine, which made the vehicle inoperable. *ak | |||
| 04/11/2003 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle was taken to the dealer for a routine check up, and mechanic determined that oil was leaking from underneath the vehicle, and that the oil gasket needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer wrote that he should be refunded money paid for the work that had to be done *tc | |||
| 03/15/2003 | 33858 | ||
| Heat only operated on max. bought repair manual and repair part and fixed it myself. (vehicle was 1 month out of warranty and dealer would not help). steering gear failed. (vehicle warranty was under mileage but over on time. (dealer would not help with parts or labor even though they knew the part was defective). | |||
| 02/02/2004 | 51108 | 0 | 11/18/1999 |
| Head gasket required replacement at 51,000 miles on a 19999 ford taurus 3.0 engine | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 06/20/2009 | 62000 | 1 | |
| Automatic power-train. speedometer stopped working ,car would not shift and heater core needs replacement . was advised by mechanic that shift solenoid needed replacement. *tr | |||
| 09/01/2006 | 84000 | 1 | 03/01/1999 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford taurus. while driving 25 mph, the service engine light illuminated. the dealer stated that coolant was leaking from the head gasket and there was corrosion in the coolant. the dealer replaced the head gasket. there is service bulletin # 622646 for the cooling system. the current mileage is 90,000 and failure mileage was 84,000. | |||
| 02/01/2003 | 8 | ||
| Dt*: the contact stated that there were on going problems with the anti freeze in the coolant system and electrical system. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the vehicle had a sludge problem in the coolant system and the vehicle was flushed. the manufacturer was contacted who checked the vin # and determined that the vehicle was not included in the recall. there was a tsb #622646 on the nhtsa website that explains briefly problems similiar to the vehicle. the problems persisted. | |||
| 56000 | 2 | ||
| Coolant system needed to be flushed out on a yearly basis. if not flushed, would have sludge build up in the heater core. as a result, heater core would become plugged and would not operate properly. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Status request for complaint #10027052.*mr the consumer would like to know the status of his complaint related to an engine coolant leak. odi # 10027052 registered with nhtsa on 7/11/03. *nlm | |||
| 07/01/2003 | 65335 | 1 | 12/10/1999 |
| When the vehicle a/c was on a rotten food smell emitted through the vents and into the cabin of the vehicle. while driving the vehicle suddenly stalled. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was determined that the engine leaked coolant which caused the engine to overheat and the engine to seize. the vehicles coolant light did not illuminate but the engine light did. the dealer could not explain the loss of coolant therefore the repairs were not made. *ak *ph *nlm | |||
| 10/18/2002 | 1 | 11/01/2001 | |
| I have been reading about problems with the taurus cooling system, and i am experiencing some issues. i would like all the information i could get on the situation. dt | |||
| 03/10/2001 | 1 | 10/01/1998 | |
| Noticed a foul odor coming through vents. had oil change, asked dealer to check coolant. dealer found that oil had leaked into the coolant. dealer recommends replacing engine.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||
| 08/15/2003 | 47995 | 1 | 04/10/2003 |
| My 1999 fprd taurus se with 47,995 miles had the power steering pump break and spray power steeing fluid throughtout the car, the rack and pinion steering is gone, leaking everywhere, and the defrost, fan, and blower have stopped working.*ak | |||
| 04/02/2001 | 09/01/2000 | ||
| When the fan for the radiator turns on the all the lights dim for a few seconds when shuts off it goes back up i took it to ford dealer and they said it was the alternater and they replaced it with a used alternater wich the car is still under warrent when i got the car at normal temp and the fan kicks on it stills does it even after they replace the alternater so i called them back and now they are saying it is normal for the light to dim but all the other cars i have driven have done this. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||
| 07/24/2003 | 55000 | 3 | |
| Consumer states that after driving vehicle for any amount of time coolant leakes out onto the ground when the vehicle is parked. also while driving at any speed vehicles accelerates without any warning ,and vehicle stalls when brakes are applied. *ak | |||
| 11/22/2002 | 72000 | 6 | 02/16/2001 |
| Re: 1999 ford taurus: vin # 1fafp53u7xa274923 my wife and i purchased a 1999 ford taurus from north point ford in north little rock, arkansas, on feb. 16, 2001. since november 2002, we have had the car at two ford dealerships and three independent repair shops trying to get the heater fixed. so far it has cost us $1,324.21. during the most recent repair, north point ford took apart the entire coolant system, flushed each component and found rust in the engine block, which they said was the source of the problem. at present, the heater is working, but we feel we are due reimbursement for the repairs. the car was still under the manufacturer's warranty when we bought it with 29,891 miles. (the contract states 28,890 as the dealer denied our request to list the correct mileage.) we purchased an extended bumper to bumper warranty at a cost of $1,733 at north point ford. the big selling point was the warranty would cover all major repairs such as the air conditioner/heater system. the warranty is handled through warrantech automotive, p.o. box 1179, bedford, tx 76095. the contract # is 14747754; the contract plan code is cv60100ukd; the selling dealer code is 718688 and the local agent code is 183. however, the warranty company has paid very little toward the repairs, claiming they are maintenance. i have located service bulletins on the intenet. among them is #01-15-6 heater core - repeated failure and #01-11-6 cooling system - corrosion/contamination/overheating. we were also told that on the 1999 tauruses, ford sent the vehicles from the factory with a highly corrosive coolant. this would explain the service bulletins on the heater core failure and coolant system corrosion. lori from the ford executive offices called aug. 5 to say ford is unwilling to help and i must take up the fight with the warranty company.*ak | |||
| Anti freeze blew out of vehicle unexpectedly while vehicle was in use, causing vehicle to stall . | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 08/21/2008 | 129000 | 1 | |
| Spark plug blew out of head during acceleration on highway on ramp. vapors continued coming out of spark plug hole which could lead to a possible engine fire. *tr | |||
| 11/07/2006 | 125000 | 1 | |
| I have a 1999 ford taurus with a blown head gasket. it seems to me that the ford motor co. knew all along this was a problem. i took my car in to get the thermostat replaced because i did not have any heat. i get the call the next day that i have a blown head gasket. i have an autistic daughter and my mother who has rheumatoid arthritis that i need to use this car to take to doctor appts. and such. i can not afford to fix this problem, an $1100.00 problem, nor can i afford to go out and buy another car. i am upset, angry, hurt, and other emotions i cannot describe. is there anything i can do or a class action lawsuit i can contact? *jb | |||
| 08/10/2005 | 1000 | 3 | 11/01/1999 |
| Dt: the contact has a 1999 ford taurus and has had consistent problems with the car since it was bought new. she has been complaining for the last 48,000 miles for the same things. most recently last week she took vehicle to the dealer for a leak in the master cylinder, which they repaired. . they cleaned the hubs. she had to push the brakes all the way to get the car to stop. they replaced brake booster, machined rotors, and put new brake pads on. at 1,700 miles had to take vehicle to dealer for a noise she from the brakes. they cleaned the hubs. at 22,466 brakes and serpentine belt were checked. they put a new serpentine belt on at 22,500 miles. also, had multiple electrical problems with the car. 4 multifunction switches were replaced. in addition, a head lamp control switch was replaced at 17,000 mile, and a new radio put in.*ak the a/c had alo bee worked on twice. *nm | |||
| 09/23/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving, the vehicle stalled without warning. the consumer tried to restart the vehicle but was unable to do so. the consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic informed the consumer that the head gasket blew and needed replacement. please fill in additional information. *jb | |||
| 08/09/2004 | 1 | ||
| Consumer received recall 04v332000, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and was told that the parts will be in until december. *ak | |||
| 11/22/2002 | 72000 | 6 | 02/16/2001 |
| Re: 1999 ford taurus: vin # 1fafp53u7xa274923 my wife and i purchased a 1999 ford taurus from north point ford in north little rock, arkansas, on feb. 16, 2001. since november 2002, we have had the car at two ford dealerships and three independent repair shops trying to get the heater fixed. so far it has cost us $1,324.21. during the most recent repair, north point ford took apart the entire coolant system, flushed each component and found rust in the engine block, which they said was the source of the problem. at present, the heater is working, but we feel we are due reimbursement for the repairs. the car was still under the manufacturer's warranty when we bought it with 29,891 miles. (the contract states 28,890 as the dealer denied our request to list the correct mileage.) we purchased an extended bumper to bumper warranty at a cost of $1,733 at north point ford. the big selling point was the warranty would cover all major repairs such as the air conditioner/heater system. the warranty is handled through warrantech automotive, p.o. box 1179, bedford, tx 76095. the contract # is 14747754; the contract plan code is cv60100ukd; the selling dealer code is 718688 and the local agent code is 183. however, the warranty company has paid very little toward the repairs, claiming they are maintenance. i have located service bulletins on the intenet. among them is #01-15-6 heater core - repeated failure and #01-11-6 cooling system - corrosion/contamination/overheating. we were also told that on the 1999 tauruses, ford sent the vehicles from the factory with a highly corrosive coolant. this would explain the service bulletins on the heater core failure and coolant system corrosion. lori from the ford executive offices called aug. 5 to say ford is unwilling to help and i must take up the fight with the warranty company.*ak | |||
| 05/13/2003 | 46000 | 05/14/2001 | |
| Two head gaskets blew with my 1999 ford taurus vin #1fafp53u5xg244218 at 46,000 miles have detailed and excellent maintenance on this vehicle. thermostat was cooked and no overheating, just lost of heat. just had a sensor replaced. *nlm | |||
| 03/18/2003 | 1 | ||
| Head gasket defects seem prevalent with ford engines. mine just went on my 1999 taurus wagon with only 37,000 miles. *jb | |||
| 03/13/2003 | 1 | ||
| The engine rod failed. *jb | |||
| 03/21/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving the speedometer needle failed and the car began jerking and stuttering as if it was going to stall. *nlm | |||
| 10/16/2002 | |||
| Consumer states that while driving at any speed and no warning the engine will seize and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle causing the consumer to pull over. dealer notified ts | |||
| 07/24/2002 | |||
| Consumer states that the 3l v6 engine has a crack in the engine block. dealer notified. feel free to provide any further information. *mr | |||
| 05/03/2002 | 1 | 01/30/1999 | |
| The front shaft oil pump failed while the consumer was driving. *yh | |||
| 1 | 11/01/2000 | ||
| I have had nothing but problems since i purhcased my vehicle on one occasion the care overheated while still unter warranty i was told by dealer couldnt find the problem. then the timing change gasket had to be replaced was told by the mechanic that it wasnt installed correctly i had to replace it didnt report problem to dealer or ford now my power steering has gone out will cost 700.00 to fix have reported probelm to dealership as well as ford however they wont do anything for me both ford and two other mechanice have told me this is a problem with the 1999 ford taurus breti . *ak | |||
| 07/01/2001 | 2 | 08/01/2000 | |
| I complained about this car the day i bought it. i told them it was a lemon and i wanted my money back. the dealer refused. from the day i bought the car (one year ago) it is has been in the shop for a total of over 8 weeks. it has had replacement transmission, catalytic converters, gaskets, pumps, hoses, filters and it still does not run. it doesn't start properly, if it starts at all. it stalls in reverse and initital shift into drive does not run smooth. the wiper fluid does not come out. the car rattles and sounds awful . the car is under manufacturer warranty and they won't fix it. the car is a lemon there is something fundamentally wrong with it and it can't be fixed. ford knows this and they won't take it back. | |||
| 07/02/2001 | 1 | 02/01/2001 | |
| A block in the engine shouldnt crack within 3 months of buying a vehicle unless there was a problem with it earlier, im running a background check with lawyer. please help. *ak | |||
| 03/28/2001 | 03/01/2001 | ||
| Foul odor in psgr compartment after eng gets hot (20 min); retd to dlr 3x, dlr=no prob found;brakes=pulsate,turned rotors;intermittent washer spray when wipers on(washer fluid not activated) =turn signal sw rplcd;broken mo mount found, dlr replcd; sway bar brkn, dlr replcd; dlr bought vehl back due to odor problem-slsman & uv mgr were wonderful, serv dept =depends on tech involved; bought 2000 tau ses fr bd ford. *ak | |||
| 12/07/2000 | 1 | ||
| Rear engine gasket was defective, it blew off causing oil to drain which required engine replacement, ford stated to consumer that the first available engine will not be available until march of 2001, the defective engine almost caused a crash. *slc | |||
| 08/08/2000 | 1 | 09/01/1999 | |
| Visual inspection of the engine showed that the vent tube was off the valve cover front nipple at air intake tube, which caused the vehicle to idle too fast and intermittently surge. nlm | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 90000 | 1 | ||
| While pulling into a parking space consumer heard a loud noise. upon inspection of the vehicle consumer noticed the source of the noise was due to the timing belt breaking and falling off.*ak | |||
| 08/01/2001 | 4 | 11/01/2001 | |
| Vehicle stalls at any speed. dealer has examined vehicle 4 times, cannot find a problem.*ak *slc | |||
| 07/31/2002 | 1 | 05/01/2001 | |
| I was driving home from work on a busy highway (rt. 80) when th ford taurus that i was driving began to shut off. i was driving 50 miles per hour when the car began to slow down to a complete stop. i managed to get the car pulled over to the shoulder on the busy highway. it was rush hour and the highway was extremely busy. when i came to a complete stop i opened the hood on the busy highway. there was smoke coming up from the antifreeze overflow tank. i checked the oil and it was ok. i had the car towed to a garage. the garage informed me there was a crack in the head gasket or in the engine block. this garage did not want to touch the car because they said oil was mixing with the antifreeze. i then had the car towed to a ford dealer in lehighton,pa they informed me that there is internal damage to my motor and the repairs could cost up to $4000. i have had this vehicle for 1 year and i still owe $11,000 on the vehicle. i was never offered an extended warrenty on the car. i do not feel like this is my fault and i do not feel like i should have to pay $4000 repair for this car. thankyou, laura cox. *ak | |||
| Vehicle caught fire after driven for a short distance. insurance company will not release cause. owner indicated that something in engine was probable cause. please describe details. *ak | |||
| 1 | 08/16/2000 | ||
| The vehicle fails to start.*yh | |||
| 01/01/2002 | 6 | 03/01/2001 | |
| Consumer states even when pressing on brakes, the vehicle will try to move forward or jerk. contacted dealer. *ak consumer states vehicle leaks oil in the hood area on the right side, also smokes and there is a noise on the right side when consumers foot is on the brake.*yd | |||
| 1 | 02/21/2000 | ||
| When the vehicle is started cold, consumer notices the vehicle surging, vehicle has been at dealership for 72 days, the dealer can not duplicate the problem. *jg *ak | |||
| 1 | 08/16/2000 | ||
| The vehicle fails to start.*yh | |||
| While driving 55 mph vehicle will completely shutdown without warning, cause unknown. please give any further details.*ak | |||
| 1 | 01/01/1999 | ||
| Engine failed. *slc | |||
| 11/24/2000 | 1 | 04/01/1999 | |
| Excellent svc history, engine blew after warranty, ford motor company and dealer wouldn't cover and i defenitely could not afford a new engine/replacement , surrendered vehicle under bankruptsy, quite surprised vehicle engine expired at such low mileage. i will be happy to provide any prior service reports, from oil changes to anything. thanks.*ak | |||
| 10/25/2000 | |||
| Vehicle had a ticking noise in engine since march of 2000. while driving about 55-60 mph black smoke started coming from all areas of vehicle, and it caught on fire. vehicle was towed to the dealership, and the engine was replaced. please provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 01/28/2000 | 09/01/1999 | ||
| I was at a stop light when i first smelled the intoxicating fumes. once the light turned i proceded to drive about 1/8th mile. while driving the car became difficult to accelerate. the oil light came on and the car instantly went dead making it nearly impossible to steer off to the side of the road. the dealership did say they have heard of this problem with the 1999 ford taurus, however there is not a recall on them. the dealership that repaired my car had another car come in with the same problem while my car was there. | |||
| 08/02/1999 | |||
| While driving vehicle stallled unexpectedly which could result in a crash. dealer replaced wiring and fuel pump, etc. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 02/15/1999 | 1 | 01/06/1999 | |
| Engine failed, causing a growling noise while it is cold. yh | |||
| 03/23/1999 | 1 | 03/17/1999 | |
| Engine fire. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||
| 08/17/2005 | 1 | ||
| Consumer vehicle made a loud screeching noise and then died. *ts*** nar received 10-12-05*** when the vehicle went through puddles the consumer heard a loud noise on the passenger side which was followed by the power steering locking up and stalling. the dealer concluded that the problem was the crank pulley, tensioner or idler pulley. the dealer also replaced the serpentine belt. the consumer requested reimbursement from the manufacturer. *nm | |||
| 10/07/2004 | 76000 | 2 | 07/07/2004 |
| Alternator belts breaking. new alternator belt lasting for only 1 mile, then shredding again. had to get entire pulley system replaced. *ak | |||
| 10/07/2004 | 1 | ||
| When starting vehicle it began to shake, and then the check engine light came on. drove the vehicle home but at a very slow pace. she vehicle acted as if it did not want to go. consumer stated last week the vehicle would not start at all. she had the vehicle towed to a mechanic, who determined that vehicle needed a timing belt, which she had put on. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 1 | 08/16/2000 | ||
| The vehicle had smelly exhaust.*yh | |||
| 1 | |||
| The car free wheels. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 04/13/2001 | 2 | ||
| Vehicle had a gas leak. this is the second incident. the vehicle was in for repairs for the same failed parts. (vent solenoid and the fuel vapor canister) *jg | |||
| 04/09/2001 | 2 | 07/22/1999 | |
| Consumer noticed gas leaking from vehicle. took vehicle to dealer who replaced canister and vent solenoid assembly. this was second time this problem was repaired.*ak consumer states that vehicle had a trunk leak. *tt | |||
| 03/01/2001 | 06/01/1999 | ||
| My taurus leaks fuel after filling the tank. the dealer replaced the rollover valve, vapor canister and evaporator solenoid and a hose clip on march 1, 01. in october 2001 i again noticed fuel dripping from the tank area after refuelling. the dealer is ordering a new tank. ford tech hotline says there may be another defective rollover valve inside the tank. this poses a safety hazard which i believe should be reported. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 10/21/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving catalytic converter developed a crack. owner contacted the dealership regarding the problem.*ak | |||
| 06/16/2003 | 1 | ||
| There is a problem with the catalytic converter. consumer states vehicle is out of warranty. dealer notified. *ak | |||
| 07/01/2001 | 2 | 08/01/2000 | |
| I complained about this car the day i bought it. i told them it was a lemon and i wanted my money back. the dealer refused. from the day i bought the car (one year ago) it is has been in the shop for a total of over 8 weeks. it has had replacement transmission, catalytic converters, gaskets, pumps, hoses, filters and it still does not run. it doesn't start properly, if it starts at all. it stalls in reverse and initital shift into drive does not run smooth. the wiper fluid does not come out. the car rattles and sounds awful . the car is under manufacturer warranty and they won't fix it. the car is a lemon there is something fundamentally wrong with it and it can't be fixed. ford knows this and they won't take it back. | |||
| 10/06/2000 | 2 | 05/01/2000 | |
| The vehicle experience cold start, dealer replaced the catalytic converter. *slc | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||
| 06/09/2000 | 1 | 05/01/2000 | |
| Service engine light soon light came on, dealer replaced the vapor management valve. *slc | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | |||
| 06/26/2004 | 1 | 09/29/2002 | |
| When applying gas the car shakes. and when you start the engine the car jumps.*ak | |||
| 11/06/2000 | |||
| Egr valve malfunctioned. *ak | |||