Ford Taurus Sho 1993
Model Taurus Sho made in 1993 by Ford got 28 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 6 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment, power train and steering. There was one recall concerning vehicle speed control . The car has one 3.0, ffs engine.
Model 1993
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0, (FFS) | 6 | Manual 5 gears | FWD | Premium | P - Passenger Car |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V336000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 04/23/1992 to 06/15/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 3600000 | 08/13/2007 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 08/03/2007 | 08/03/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could result in an underhood fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. as soon as repair parts are available (expected october 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. the recall began on august 13, 2007, and mailing completed by september 19, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford recall no. 05s28.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration;s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V051000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 10/08/1992 to 06/07/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 225000 | 02/18/2008 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 02/04/2008 | 02/04/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Ford is recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 lincoln town car vehicles. the affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | As a result, the fuse is located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and may not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. the recall began on february 18, 2008. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford recall no. 08s01.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES | |||||
| 985A12 | 03/18/1998 | 601010 | Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles. *tt | 06/29/2000 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 12099 | 11/01/1998 | 613084 | Vehicles with the ax4s transaxle have an inline transmission cooler bypass valve located in the cooler line near the radiator cooler. *mjs | 06/16/2000 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES | |||||
| 5131 | 12/01/1998 | 615326 | Subject regarding vehicles with the ax4s transaxle having an inline transmission cooler bypass valve located in the cooler line near the radiator cooler. *tt | 01/13/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 010107 | 01/01/2001 | 618020 | Some remanufactured ax4s sho transaxles used on certain vehicles will be built with a unique triple clutch pack assembly and driven sprocket support. *jb | 04/03/2001 | |
| STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 12570 | 03/01/1999 | 6091815 | Some vehicles may exhibit front outer tie rods squeak and / or pop noise over bumps and / or turning. *tt | 11/15/2000 | |
| 5897 | 03/01/1999 | 605254 | Experiencing a squeaking and / or popping noise from the front outer tire rods. *tt | 06/04/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 01/30/2011 | 137600 | ||
| 1993 ford taurus sho..electrical problems and brake problems | |||
| 1 | |||
| Vehicle experienced electrical problems. *slc | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||
| 03/09/2003 | 55000 | 100 | |
| Vehicle stalled while driving. this almost resulted in rear end collisions. dealership replaced the crank shaft sensor, fuel pump, timing belt, and some wires, but the failure recurred. consumer was restrained from driving this vehicle because it was unsafe.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 03/09/2003 | 55000 | 100 | |
| Vehicle stalled while driving. this almost resulted in rear end collisions. dealership replaced the crank shaft sensor, fuel pump, timing belt, and some wires, but the failure recurred. consumer was restrained from driving this vehicle because it was unsafe.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 1 | |||
| Engine failed. *slc | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||
| 03/09/2003 | 55000 | 100 | |
| Vehicle stalled while driving. this almost resulted in rear end collisions. dealership replaced the crank shaft sensor, fuel pump, timing belt, and some wires, but the failure recurred. consumer was restrained from driving this vehicle because it was unsafe.*ak | |||
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||
| 1 | |||
| Air conditioner failed. *slc | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||
| 08/10/2004 | 1 | ||
| Ford taurus 1993 sho cruise control pressure switch on brake master cylinder burned. on this model this circuit shares the same fuse with the rear brake lights. luckily i noticed the loss of brake lights right away and disconnected the burned cruise control switch and replaced the fuse. driving without rear brake lights is a definite hazard. my vehicle is not listed in the recall with the nearly 1 million f-150s and crown victorias but i suspect that the switch is from the same vendor. ford has an improved switch available and i believe my vehicle should be added to the recall. thanks peter burbank | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 03/09/2003 | 55000 | 100 | |
| Vehicle stalled while driving. this almost resulted in rear end collisions. dealership replaced the crank shaft sensor, fuel pump, timing belt, and some wires, but the failure recurred. consumer was restrained from driving this vehicle because it was unsafe.*ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 1 | |||
| Transmission failed because of the subframe coming loose. *slc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 11/14/2005 | 152000 | 20 | 01/22/2004 |
| Vehicle fails to stop or slow down when brakes are applied at speeds from 5 to 50 mph on wet roads or pavement with loose gravel. abs activates and vehicles makes no attempt to slow down. *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 1 | |||
| Brake failure. *slc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 11/14/2005 | 152000 | 20 | 01/22/2004 |
| Vehicle fails to stop or slow down when brakes are applied at speeds from 5 to 50 mph on wet roads or pavement with loose gravel. abs activates and vehicles makes no attempt to slow down. *tr | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 08/15/2005 | 187585 | 1 | 05/15/1999 |
| While pulling away from a stop sign making a right turn the bolts for the engine subframe broke loose from the floor, the engine dropped. i lost engine power, steering and brake assist. although there is a recall listed on the ford website #98s36 i did not receive a notice. the factory refused to assist in repairs costing me $1148.59 the dealer installed reinforcing patches in the floor and cut out the remaining bolts. i contacted ford and they stated there was no recall on my vehicle yet their website shows one for the bolts. *jb | |||
| 05/08/2003 | 1 | 12/15/1994 | |
| According to nhtsa campaign id number 98v323000, my vehicle is affected under a recall for replacement of sub frame rear mount bolts, reinforcement plates, and plate nuts; yet my servicing dealer (elk river ford, elk river,mn.) and ford motor company refuse to remedy the problem as stated in the recall documentation. i do not know what else to do, so i am making this my formal complaint with nhtsa. *cb | |||
| 1 | |||
| Subframe became loose, dealer would not replace even though it should have been included in recall 93v106002. *slc | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 1 | |||
| Suspension failed. *slc | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 07/26/2006 | 100000 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owned a 1993 ford taurus sho. while parked in the driveway, the vehicle began smoking and then caught fire. the vehicle was destroyed due to the underhood fire. on march 5, 2008, the contact received a ford safety recall for the vehicle speed control. the current and failure mileages were 100,000. updated 4/11/08 *cn | |||
| 08/31/2007 | 0 | 09/01/2005 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford taurus sho. the vehicle was taken to the dealer regarding nhtsa campaign id number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). the dealer stated that there was no switch that could be disconnected. there had been no failure to date. the current mileage was 82,000. | |||
| 07/30/2007 | 109629 | 1 | 12/01/1993 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford taurus sho. he received a recall notice, number 05s28. the contact stated that the cruise control feature does not work on his vehicle. the servo assembly, part#f8zz9c735aa and the wiring harness burned; however, the vehicle is operational. the speed control deactivation switch was disconnected by ford. ford stated that the parts would be available in december 2007. the current and failure mileages were 109,629. updated 12/12/07 | |||
| 08/10/2004 | 1 | ||
| Ford taurus 1993 sho cruise control pressure switch on brake master cylinder burned. on this model this circuit shares the same fuse with the rear brake lights. luckily i noticed the loss of brake lights right away and disconnected the burned cruise control switch and replaced the fuse. driving without rear brake lights is a definite hazard. my vehicle is not listed in the recall with the nearly 1 million f-150s and crown victorias but i suspect that the switch is from the same vendor. ford has an improved switch available and i believe my vehicle should be added to the recall. thanks peter burbank | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL | |||
| 06/14/2006 | 105000 | 1 | 11/05/1997 |
| Failed speed control on 1993 taurus sho, identical to pick up trucks which are recalled. national highway safety council has not recalled my vehicle. ford motor co. refused to repair vehicle without charge. fire danger is imminent, which can occur while driving and could cause injury or death, or when garaged, could burn the vehicle and the residence. *jb | |||
| 08/10/2004 | 1 | ||
| Ford taurus 1993 sho cruise control pressure switch on brake master cylinder burned. on this model this circuit shares the same fuse with the rear brake lights. luckily i noticed the loss of brake lights right away and disconnected the burned cruise control switch and replaced the fuse. driving without rear brake lights is a definite hazard. my vehicle is not listed in the recall with the nearly 1 million f-150s and crown victorias but i suspect that the switch is from the same vendor. ford has an improved switch available and i believe my vehicle should be added to the recall. thanks peter burbank | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MD | POCOMOKE | 21851 | CARLTON MASSEY | 800-352-6952 |
| MN | ELK RIVER | 55330 | ELK RIVER FORD | (763)441-2300 |