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1996 FORD TAURUS Electrical System Problems

13 NHTSA complaints on file

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Electrical System Issues in the 1996 FORD TAURUS

13 electrical system complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 FORD TAURUS. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.

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All Electrical System Complaints

#10256081 |
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. IT CRANKS, BUT THE IGNITION DOES NOT TURN OVER UNTIL SHE DEPRESSES THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL AT LEAST TEN TO TWELVE TIMES BEFORE IT WOULD START. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL INJECTORS AND BRAKE SWITCH INTERLOCK WERE THE CAUSES OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE IS ALSO STUCK IN PARK AND WILL NOT MOVE. IN ORDER TO START THE VEHICLE, SHE HAS TO TURN THE IGNITION OFF AND SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000. UPDATED 05/05/09. *LJ
#10248871 |
96' FORD TAURUS HAS A LEAK IN THE PASSENGER SEAT, THIS LEAK CAUSES EITHER A SHORT IN THE BLOWER MOTOR OR THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR. BLOWER MOTOR WORKS SOMETIMES OR DOESN'T, USUALLY AFTER IT RAINS AND THE CORRESPONDING LEAK CAUSES A SHORT. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS UP NORTH WHEN THE DEFROSTING OF THE WINDSHIELD IS A NECESSITY. *TR
#10231733 |
1996 FORD TAURUS PROBLEMS WITH BACK GATE REPLACEMENT PANELS. CONSUMER STATES THAT SHE CANNOT LOCK THE DOOR WITH A KEY IT MUST BE LOCKED BY HAND SHE BELIEVES THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL FOR THIS ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. PROBLEMS WITH THE DOOR AJAR/RELAY. *KB THE REPAIR SHOP STATED THERE WAS NO POWER TO THE GROUND MOTOR AND THE SUSPECTED PROBLEM WAS MORE WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. THE REAR TAILGATE WOULD NOT OPEN. *JB
#10183922 |
MY 96 FORD TAURUS GL HAS THE FOLLOWING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, RADIO GOES OUT, SEAT BELT LIGHT FLASHES AND CLICKS, INTERMITTENT WIPERS FAIL, POWER WINDOWS FAIL, FINALLY POWER STEERING LOCKS UP,AND WHEN RUNNING FOR A WHILE TRANSMISSION WOULD SLIP, CAUSING SAFETY CONCERNS. IF PUT IN PARK EVERYTHING GOES BACK WORKING AS NORMAL. TOOK TO SHOP AND THEY SAY IT'S THE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR AND THAT SEVERAL 96 TAURUS' THEY HAVE WORKED ON HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM....I AM WONDERING WHY THIS HAS NOT BEEN A RECALL PART IF THAT IS THE CASE...SOMETHING IS DEFINITELY WRONG! *NM
#10126699 |
WHEN I BOUGHT THIS CAR IT HAD A SPARE TIRE ON IT, WHICH HAD A HOLE IN IT THAT I WAS NOT INFORMED OF. THE ELECTRICAL THINGS INSIDE THE CAR DO NOT WORK, SUCH AS THE WINDOWS, A/C AND RADIO BUTTONS. THE A/C AND RADIO CUT ON AND OFF BY THEMSELVES. THE WINDSHEID WIPERS ARE SOMEHOW CONNECTED TO THE STARTER SO EVERYTIME I START THE CAR THW WIPERS COME ON AND STAY ON FOR ABOUT 10 SECONDS. ALSO, I HAD THE CAR DIAGNOSED BY A MECHANIC AND HE SAYS THAT THIS CAR HAS BEEN SITTING UNDER WATER.
#10113957 |
PROGRESSIVE SYSTEM FAILURES; INITALLY RAIDO GOES OUT, SEAT BELT LIGHT FLASHES AND CLICKS, INTERMITTENT WIPERS FAIL. FINALLY POWER STEERING LOCKS UP, CAUSING SAFETY CONCERNS. IF PUT IN PARK ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS RESUME OPERATION. TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR REPLACED, AUTOMOTIVE SHOP HAS SEEN 3 OTHER '96 TAURUS' WITH SAME ISSUE.*AK
#10106292 |
RECENTLY I'VE NOTICED NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST I NOTICED MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND STAY ON. I HAD THE CAR SERVICED BUT THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON. I HAD IT CHECKED OUT AND IT WAS SAID TO HAVE BEEN A PROBLEM WITH AN OXYGEN SENSOR (BANK 1). IT WAS RESET, BUT THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON. I HAD IT CHECKED OUT AGAIN, AND THIS TIME THE CODES SAID THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH TWO(2) OXYGEN SENSORS(BANK 1 & BANK 2), BUT THE EGR CHECK CAME UP INCOMPLETE. THEN THE PANEL LIGHT INSTRUCTING ME THAT A DOOR WAS AJAR STARTED COMING ON, BUT ALL DOORS WERE SHUT. THEN IT WOULD GO OFF ALL OF A SUDDEN. NOW THE LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON, AND ALL OF THE DOORS ARE SHUT. *JB
#10032232 |
FROST PLUG EXPERIENCED PREMATURE WEAR PER DEALERSHIP.*AK
#548694 |
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED CONTINUED ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND RADIO TO REMAIN ON AFTER SHUTTING OFF VEHICLE. MJS
#604960 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS NOT TIGHTENED CAUSING SYSTEM TO SHORT OUT.
#825722 |
CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING AT 45-50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER STEERING AND ALL ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS, MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK
#815009 |
VEHICLE HAD NO BRAKES WHEN COMING OFF THE INTERSTATE, TRIED PUMPING THE BRAKES, THEY WOUDN'T WORK. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED. VEHICLE'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM JUST SHUT DOWN. *AK
#800630 |
DOOR AJAR, LIGHTS ALONG WITH OTHER LIGHTS COME ON WITH CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.*AK

Other 1996 FORD TAURUS Problem Areas

Power Trainautomatic Transmission 135 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline 70 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingengine 62 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System 61 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System 35 complaints Vehicle Speed Control 31 complaints Air Bagsfrontal 29 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip 28 complaints Unknown Or Other 27 complaints Suspensionfront 24 complaints Steering 22 complaints Steeringrack And Pinion 22 complaints Structurebodydoor 19 complaints Power Trainmanual Transmission 18 complaints Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs 16 complaints Electrical Systemignition 15 complaints Engine And Engine Cooling 15 complaints Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner 14 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components 14 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System 14 complaints Visibilitywindshield 14 complaints Air Bags 13 complaints Structureframe And Members 13 complaints Tires 13 complaints Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher 13 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly 12 complaints Exterior Lightingheadlights 12 complaints Seat Beltsfrontretractor 12 complaints Suspension 12 complaints Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar 11 complaints Tirestreadbelt 11 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys 10 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump 10 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core 10 complaints Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch 9 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch 9 complaints Power Train 8 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc 8 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulic 7 complaints Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal 7 complaints Electrical Systemwiring 6 complaints Seat Beltsfrontanchorage 6 complaints Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls 6 complaints Electrical System12v24v48v Battery 5 complaints Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System 5 complaints Interior Lighting 5 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor 5 complaints Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator 4 complaints Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash 4 complaints Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly 4 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl 4 complaints Seats 4 complaints Steeringrack And Pinionrack 4 complaints Structure 4 complaints Suspensionrear 4 complaints Wheels 4 complaints Electrical Systemignitionmodule 3 complaints Electrical Systemignitionswitch 3 complaints Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood 3 complaints Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers 3 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System 3 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control 3 complaints Equipmentelectrical 3 complaints Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift 3 complaints Exterior Lighting 3 complaints Exterior Lightingback Up Lights 3 complaints Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch 3 complaints Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch 3 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedelivery 3 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump 3 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter 3 complaints Power Trainaxle Assembly 3 complaints Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft 3 complaints Seat Belts 3 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum 3 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings 3 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections 3 complaints Structurebody 3 complaints Structurebodytrunk Lid 3 complaints Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module 2 complaints Air Bagssidewindow 2 complaints Engine 2 complaints Equipment 2 complaints Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc 2 complaints Fuel System Gasoline 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings 2 complaints Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch 2 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift 2 complaints Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly 2 complaints Seat Beltsrearother 2 complaints Service Brakes Airantilock 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicbrake Fluid Low Warning Lamp 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads 2 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid 2 complaints Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly 2 complaints Structurebodybumpers 2 complaints Structurebodyhood 2 complaints Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut 2 complaints Suspensionrearspringscoil Springs 2 complaints Tiressidewall 2 complaints Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control 2 complaints Vehicle Speed Controllinkages 2 complaints Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring 2 complaints Child Seat 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe 1 complaint Exterior Lightingbrake Lights 1 complaint Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch 1 complaint Exterior Lightingheadlightsconcealment Devices 1 complaint Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch 1 complaint Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit 1 complaint Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System 1 complaint Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors 1 complaint Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock 1 complaint Parking Brakeconventional 1 complaint Parking Brakeconventionalmechanicallinkage And Cable 1 complaint Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft 1 complaint Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal 1 complaint Power Trainclutch Assembly 1 complaint Power Trainmanual Transmissioncolumn Shift Assembly 1 complaint Power Trainmanual Transmissionfloor Shift Assembly 1 complaint Seatsmidrear Assembly 1 complaint Service Brakes Airantilockwheel Speed Sensor 1 complaint Service Brakes Airdisccaliper 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfluid 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumdrum 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assisthydraulic 1 complaint Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion 1 complaint Steeringlinkages 1 complaint Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm 1 complaint Structurebodytailgate 1 complaint Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields 1 complaint Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint 1 complaint Suspensionfrontshock Absorber 1 complaint Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar 1 complaint Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire 1 complaint Tiresvalve 1 complaint Vehicle Speed Controlcables 1 complaint Visibility 1 complaint Visibilityglass Siderear 1 complaint Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds 1 complaint
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