1991 FORD TAURUS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

946

Owner Complaints

50 Crashes 23 Fires

5

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

6

Service Bulletins

3

Investigations

Overview of the 1991 FORD TAURUS

The 1991 FORD TAURUS has received a total of 946 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER. 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Trainautomatic Transmission (221 complaints), Engine And Engine Coolingengine (88 complaints), and Structureframe And Members (51 complaints).

Recalls for the 1991 FORD TAURUS

NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 1991 FORD TAURUS, potentially affecting up to 3,986,700 vehicles.

Recall 98V323000 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

| 2,697,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGNIA, AND WISCONSIN. THE REAR LOWER SUBFRAME MOUNT PLATE NUT CAN EXPERIENCE STRESS CORROSION CRACKING IF SUBJECTED TO LONG TERM...

Consequence: IF BOTH REAR CORNERS DROP, STEERING WOULD BECOME SUDDENLY VERY DIFFICULT, AFFECTING VEHICLE CONTROL AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL SUBFRAME REAR MOUNT BOLTS, REINFORCEMENT PLATES, AND PLATE NUTS.

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Recall 97V025000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

| 212,700 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L ENGINES AND ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, COLORADO, IOWA, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KANSAS, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, MONTANA, NORTH DAKOTA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING. WATER CAN ACCUMULATE WITHIN THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE CONDUIT. IF ENOUGH WATER ACCUMULATES, IT COULD...

Consequence: DRIVER CONTROL OF VEHICLE SPEED USING THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM OR THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM WOULD BE DIMINISHED INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD A BOOT TO THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE.

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Recall 94E036000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

| 98,000 vehicles affected

Defect: THE ARC WELDS ON THE SWAY BAR BRACKET, WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE STRUT RESERVE TUBE, DID NOT FUSE PROPERLY.

Consequence: OVER TIME, A PORTION OF THE BRACKET CAN TEAR AWAY FROM THE STRUT, FALLING INTO AND PUNCTURING THE TIRE OR CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE WHEEL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy: MONROE DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STRUT FREE OF CHARGE.

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Recall 92V065000 — WHEELS

| 654,000 vehicles affected

Defect: CHILDREN CAN ACCIDENTALLY LOCK THEMSELVES IN THE FOOTWELL AREA OF THE REAR-FACING THIRD SEAT, OR IN THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT IN STATION WAGONS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN OPTIONAL THIRD SEAT. ONCE THE COMPARTMENT IS CLOSED IT CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE.

Consequence: THERE IS A DANGER OF AIR DEPRIVATION, HYPERTHERMIA,AND/OR PANIC RESPONSE TO A CHILD WHO HAS LOCKED HIMSELF OR HERSELF INTO THECOMPARTMENT, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF ASPHYXIATION.

Remedy: REPLACE THE SELF-LATCHING ASSEMBLY CURRENTLY USED IN THE REAR STORAGE COMPARTMENT WITH A LATCH ASSEMBLY THAT CAN ONLY BE CLOSED WITH A KEY.

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Recall 91V134000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

| 325,000 vehicles affected

Defect: FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS OF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SEVERE CORROSION IF OPERATED IN AREAS WHERE CALCIUM CHLORIDE AND SODIUM CHLORIDE ARE USED EXTENSIVELY.

Consequence: SEVERELY CORRODED ROTORS MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE NEARTHE INNER EDGES OF THE BRAKE DISCS RESULTING IN REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS,HIGHER THAN NORMAL PEDAL EFFORTS, LOUD GRINDING NOISES, AND MODERATE PULLS WHENTHE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS MAY INCREASE MINIMUMSTOPPING DISTANCES, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy: REPLACE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WITH FULL CAST FRONT BRAKE ROTORS.

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Owner Complaints for the 1991 FORD TAURUS

946 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1991 FORD TAURUS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 221 3 Crashes 2 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 88 1 Crash
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 51 1 Crash
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 40 1 Crash 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 28 1 Crash 4 Fires 1 Injury
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 24 17 Crashes 13 Injuries
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 23
Air Bags
Complaints: 22 4 Crashes 2 Injuries
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 20 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 19
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 17 6 Crashes 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 14
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 14
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 13
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 10
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 10 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 10 6 Fires 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 10
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 10
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 10 2 Crashes
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 10
Tires
Complaints: 10
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 10
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 9 1 Injury
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 8 2 Fires
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 8
Suspension
Complaints: 8
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 8
Wheels
Complaints: 8 1 Crash
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Fire
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 7 1 Crash
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 6
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 6
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 6
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 5
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 5
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
Complaints: 5
Steering
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Structurebody
Complaints: 5
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 5 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 4 2 Crashes 3 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
Complaints: 4
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 3 2 Fires
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 3
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 3
Power Train
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 3
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 3
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
Complaints: 3
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 3
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 2
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 2
Seats
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumdrum
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assisthydraulic
Complaints: 2
Structure
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
Complaints: 2
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
Complaints: 2
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Electrical System
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Batterycables
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 1
Equipment
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestorageauxillary Tank
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagestailgatelatch
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanicallinkage And Cable
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagefloor Shift
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 1
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Seatsfront Assemblyhead Restraint
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Steeringlinkagesrodrelayconnecting
Complaints: 1
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 1
Visibility
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
Complaints: 1
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasherswitchwiring
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#10482512 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | 89,163 miles Crash
MY 1991 NON SHO FORD TAURUS WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR 1 DAY. I WALKED OUT TO MY CAR IN THE EARLY MORNING TO TAKE IT TO WORK. I PUT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION AND SHIFTED THE CAR INTO REVERSE. IT WAS AT THIS MOMENT, THAT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND I ENDED UP GOING IN REVERSE DOWN THE STREET WITHOUT BRAKES AT A VERY RAPID SPEED. I CAME TO A JARRING STOP AFTER I IMPACTED A CAR THAT WAS PARKED ON THE STREET. BRAKES WERE SQUISHY AND NON-FUNCTIONING. THE CAR WAS UNABLE TO STOP BY MECHANICAL MEANS. THE CAR ACCELERATED TO 45 MILES AN HOUR. THE CAR IS NOW TOTALED AND IS VISUALLY COMPLETELY WRECKED. I EXPERIENCED WHIPLASH AND IF THE CAR WAS NOT IN THE STREET THAT MORNING, I WOULD HAVE SMASHED INTO A HOUSE, POSSIBLY KILLING SOMEONE OR MYSELF IN THE PROCESS. I HAVE PHOTOS OF THE DAMAGE IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED. *TR
#10482512 | SERVICE BRAKES | | 89,163 miles Crash
MY 1991 NON SHO FORD TAURUS WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR 1 DAY. I WALKED OUT TO MY CAR IN THE EARLY MORNING TO TAKE IT TO WORK. I PUT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION AND SHIFTED THE CAR INTO REVERSE. IT WAS AT THIS MOMENT, THAT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND I ENDED UP GOING IN REVERSE DOWN THE STREET WITHOUT BRAKES AT A VERY RAPID SPEED. I CAME TO A JARRING STOP AFTER I IMPACTED A CAR THAT WAS PARKED ON THE STREET. BRAKES WERE SQUISHY AND NON-FUNCTIONING. THE CAR WAS UNABLE TO STOP BY MECHANICAL MEANS. THE CAR ACCELERATED TO 45 MILES AN HOUR. THE CAR IS NOW TOTALED AND IS VISUALLY COMPLETELY WRECKED. I EXPERIENCED WHIPLASH AND IF THE CAR WAS NOT IN THE STREET THAT MORNING, I WOULD HAVE SMASHED INTO A HOUSE, POSSIBLY KILLING SOMEONE OR MYSELF IN THE PROCESS. I HAVE PHOTOS OF THE DAMAGE IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED. *TR
#10482512 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | | 89,163 miles Crash
MY 1991 NON SHO FORD TAURUS WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR 1 DAY. I WALKED OUT TO MY CAR IN THE EARLY MORNING TO TAKE IT TO WORK. I PUT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION AND SHIFTED THE CAR INTO REVERSE. IT WAS AT THIS MOMENT, THAT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND I ENDED UP GOING IN REVERSE DOWN THE STREET WITHOUT BRAKES AT A VERY RAPID SPEED. I CAME TO A JARRING STOP AFTER I IMPACTED A CAR THAT WAS PARKED ON THE STREET. BRAKES WERE SQUISHY AND NON-FUNCTIONING. THE CAR WAS UNABLE TO STOP BY MECHANICAL MEANS. THE CAR ACCELERATED TO 45 MILES AN HOUR. THE CAR IS NOW TOTALED AND IS VISUALLY COMPLETELY WRECKED. I EXPERIENCED WHIPLASH AND IF THE CAR WAS NOT IN THE STREET THAT MORNING, I WOULD HAVE SMASHED INTO A HOUSE, POSSIBLY KILLING SOMEONE OR MYSELF IN THE PROCESS. I HAVE PHOTOS OF THE DAMAGE IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED. *TR
#10360900 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | | N/A miles
1991 FORD TAURUS. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING A RECALL ON THE AIRBAG MODULE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAG MODULE FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME. *JB
#10360253 | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | | 69,000 miles
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPPED MOVING FORWARD AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 69,000.

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Safety Rating for the 1991 FORD TAURUS

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1991 FORD TAURUS in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1991 FORD TAURUS

Ford Motor Company has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1991 FORD TAURUS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

14811 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

INFORMATION ON ADDITIONAL PARTS REQUIRED WHEN REPLACING TRANSFER CASE ON VEHICLES EQUIPPPED WITH AX4S TRANSAXLE. *TT

5897 — STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

EXPERIENCING A SQUEAKING AND / OR POPPING NOISE FROM THE FRONT OUTER TIRE RODS. *TT

982675 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL

A REVISED FORWARD CLUTCH INNER SEAL FOR THE AXOD, AXODE, AX4S & AX4N TRANSAXLE IS AVAILABLE WITH IMPROVED SEALING AND REDUCED CHANCE OF THE SEAL ROLLING DURING INSTALLATION. *YC

95191 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM MAY HAVE A 'GRUNT' AND/OR 'GROAN' NOISE. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY HYDRAULIC FLUID MOVEMENT WITHIN THE POWER STEERING RACK.

95105 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE LOWER FRONT OF THE ENGINE. *TW

FD9505 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

UNKNOWN

NHTSA Investigations for the 1991 FORD TAURUS

NHTSA has opened 3 investigations into potential safety defects in the 1991 FORD TAURUS.

Investigation EA96024 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Closed

Opened:

ENGINE COOLING FAN FIRES

Investigation PE93065 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES Closed

Opened:

UNDERBODY FUEL LINE FAILS

Investigation DP91013 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Closed

Opened:

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES

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