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1996 FORD TAURUS Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly Problems

12 NHTSA complaints on file

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Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly Issues in the 1996 FORD TAURUS

12 engine and engine coolingcooling systemradiator assembly 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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Fires
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Injuries
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Deaths

All Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly Complaints

#8017236 |
WHILE DRIVING ENGINE GASKETS BLEWOUT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. CONSUMER HAS HAD NUMBER SAFETY PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE SINCE PURCHASE. HAS HAD TO REPLACE HEATER CORE/ RADIATOR AND THERMOSTAT.*AK
#892773 |
CONSUMER CALLED IT A SOFT PLUG THAT WHEN IT BLEW WATER AND ANTI FREEZE LEAKED OUT OF VEHICLE. AND VEHICLE CAN OVERHEAT. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT IT COST 70 DOLLARS TO REPLACE ONE SOFT PLUG. *SLC
#739767 |
I BROUGHT MY CAR TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC WHEN I NOTICED ANTIFREEZE LEAKING FROM THE CAR IN MY DRIVEWAY. DUE TO COMPLETE CORROSION OF COOLANT SYSTEM, THIS RESULTED IN THE REPLACEMENT OF FREEZE PLUGS, WATER PUMP, RADIATOR, HEAD GASKETS, THERMOSTAT AND HEATER CORE. I WILL HAVE TO BRING IT BACK IN APRIL FOR ANOTHER RADIATOR FLUSHING. I LATER LEARNED FROM A RADIO TALK SHOW THAT THERE HAD BEEN A RECALL ON THE COOLANT SYSTEM FOR THIS AUTO. WHEN I CONTACTED FORD, THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SENT, BUT I NEVER RECEIVED IT AND IT EXPIRED AUGUST 1999. FORD OR THE DEALER REFUSE TO DO ANYTHING SO I DON'T KNOW IF THE RECALL HAS BEEN FIXED BY MY REPAIRS OR NOT AND WILL THIS HAPPEN AGAIN. FORD HAS ALSO REFUSED TO REIMBURSE ME FOR ANY OF THE COSTS. I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY ASSISTANCE
#736975 |
MY SERVICE STATION IS ADVISING ME NOT TO DRIVE CAR BECAUSE OF CLOGGED RADIATOR. NEW THERMOSTAT DID NOT HELP.*AK
#868920 |
WHEN DRIVING CONSUMER NOTICED VEHICLE OVERHEATED DUE TO A LEAK WITHIN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. ALSO, A PROBLEM WITH BATTERY DRAINING OUT, AND HEADLIGHTS COME OFF AND ON. CONSUMER HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK THE THERMOSTAT FAILED. *YH
#723508 |
THE VEHICLE HAD A CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH OVERHEATING. I REPLACED THE THERMOSTAT, RADIATOR AND THE COOLING SYSTEM PRESSURE CAP TO NO AVAIL. I THEN REPLACED THE WATER PUMP. WHEN I REMOVED THE ORIGINAL WATER PUMP I NOTICED THAT THE IMPELLOR BLADES WERE BADLY DETERIORATED FROM CORROSION. THE BLADES WERE COMPLETELY CORRODED AWAY AND UNABLE TO MOVE WATER; THIS RESULTED IN THE ENGINE CONTINUING TO OVERHEAT. I BELIEVE THAT THE BLADES WERE UNABLE TO STAND UP TO THE COOLANT SOLUTION*AK
#722751 |
THE PROBLEMS WITH MY TAURUS DATES BACK TO A RECALL CONCERNING THE COOLING SYSTEM IN 1997. SINCE THEN, I'VE CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE PREMATURE PROBLEMS WITH VARYING PARTS OF THE COOLING SYSTEM INCLUDING A FAILED THERMOSTAT, HEATER CORE, GASKET, AND RADIATOR. I'VE CONTACTED FORD, AND THEY REFUSE TO OFFER ANY ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE.
#701463 |
TRANSMISSION, RADIATOR, AND WATER PUMP ALL REPLACED IN FIRST 66K. THIS CAR HAS BEEN VERY EXPENSIVE TO MAINTAIN. I AM FORCED TO PURCHASE MY NEXT CAR FROM JAPAN OR EUROPE. SO MUCH FOR SUPPORTING THE AMERICAN ECONOMY.
#533712 |
ABS BRAKE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, PREMATURE WEAR OF BRAKE PADS/ROTORS, CAUSING BRAKES TO PULSATE UPON APPLICATION. ALSO RADIATOR IS LEAKING BROWN FLUID DUE TO RUST.
#517647 |
RUSTY WATER IN RADIATOR RESERVOIR. ALSO, VEHICLE SURGES AT ALL TIMES; TRANSMISSION SHIFTS WHEN GOING DOWN INCLINE, CAUSING VEHICLE TO RUNAWAY AND BRAKE VIBRATION WHEN DRIVING AT 40-45 MPH. *AK
#817183 |
WHENEVER DRIVING VEHICLE, RADIATOR COOLING (ANTI-FREEZE) WOULD OVERFLOW ONTO THE FAN SERPENTINE BELT DUE TO SLICKNESS OF COOLANT, WOULD LOSE CONTROL OF STEERING. MOVED TO SIDE OF ROAD TO LET COOLANT DRY ON FAN BELT & THEN WOULD PROCEED. *AK
#810790 |
WHILE DRIVING, STOP AND GO, AN ANTI FREEZE LIKE ODOR COMES INTO INTERIOR OF VEHICLE; CAUSES DIZZINESS AND NAUSEA; DEALER REPLACED RADIATOR EXPANSION TANK; DID NOT SOLVE PROBLEM.

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 Electrical System 13 complaints Structureframe And Members 13 complaints Tires 13 complaints Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher 13 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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