Vehicle Safety Data

1997 FORD TAURUS Visibilitywindshield Problems

12 NHTSA complaints on file

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Visibilitywindshield Issues in the 1997 FORD TAURUS

12 visibilitywindshield complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 FORD TAURUS. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.

12
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths

All Visibilitywindshield Complaints

#8013795 |
IN WARM OR MOIST TEMPERATURE REAR LEFT WINDOW IS INOPERATIVE.*AK
#895681 |
DOME LIGHT REMAINS ON ONCE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF OR WHEN DOORS ARE CLOSED.ALSO, DRIVER'S SIDE REAR WINDOWS WORK INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
#750646 |
INTERIOR MAP LIGHT IS ALSO THE DOME LIGHTS. CANNOT SHUT OFF WHEN THE DOOR IS OPEN. WHEN THE DOOR SENSOR BREAKS THE SENSORS THINKS THE DOOR IS OPEN. THIS IS HAZARDOUS AT NIGHT SINCE THERE IS GLARE COMING OFF THE WINDSHIELD. *AK
#869007 |
WHEN IT RAINS AND CONSUMER TURNS ON WINDSHIELD WIPERS THERE IS A GRAYISH FUME THAT COVERS WINDSHIELD, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE, ESPECIALLY AT NIGHT.*AK
#724208 |
THIS IS THE FOURTH TIME IN SEVEN MONTHS CORE HAS FAILED,SAFETY INVOLVED IN THAT WINDSHIELD FOGS ON FAILURE. *AK
#609687 |
STRESS CRACK ON FRONT WINDSHIELD.
#607050 |
WINDSHIELD DISTORTED.
#824399 |
WHILE DRIVING THE DEFROSTER GRILL REFLECTS ON THE WINDSHIELD, CAUSING DIFFICULTY FOR THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY. MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. *AK
#703087 |
THE CAR HAD BEEN PRE-INSPECTED FOR LEASE-TURN-IN IN JAN 1999, AND THEN REMAINED PARKED UNTIL FEB 8, 1999. AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION THERE WAS NO VISIBLE DAMAGE TO THE WINDSHIELD. ON FEB 8, 1999, THERE WAS A LARGE CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD, ORIGINATING FROM THE TOP CENTER OF THE WINDSHIELD, DOWN 4 INCHES AND TRAILING OFF 4 INCHES TO THE LEFT. THE WINDSHIELD WAS INSPECTED AT THE TIME OF REPLACEMENT, AND NO CHIP MARKS OR TRAUMA TO THE GLASS WAS FOUND. GLASS INSTALLER STATED THAT THE CRACK WAS A STRESS FAILURE. WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT BOTH HEADLIGHTS WENT OFF AT 55 MPH. AFTER STOPPING, SHUTTING OFF THE CAR AND RESTARTING, THEY CAME BACK ON. ALSO, THE PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT BECOME DISCONNECTED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. *AK
#541755 |
OWNER NOTICED 12 INCH CRACK IN WINDSHIELD OF PARK VEHICLE. DRIVING AT APPROX. 5 MPH, HEARD LOUD POP FOLLOWED BY A 13 INCH CRACK IN WINDSHIELD.
#827386 |
WINDSHIELD HAS CRACKED ON VEHICLE. THERE HAS NOT BEEN ANY TRAUMA TO WINDSHIELD . THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
#804826 |
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE A GLARE REFLECTS FROM WINDSHIELD, CAUSING VISION PROBLEMS. *AK *JB

Other 1997 FORD TAURUS Problem Areas

Power Trainautomatic Transmission 171 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingengine 46 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline 44 complaints Vehicle Speed Control 43 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System 39 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System 28 complaints Air Bagsfrontal 26 complaints Interior Lighting 23 complaints Unknown Or Other 23 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip 21 complaints Power Train 19 complaints Engine And Engine Cooling 16 complaints Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher 16 complaints Electrical System 15 complaints Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner 15 complaints Steering 13 complaints Structureframe And Members 13 complaints Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls 13 complaints Tirestreadbelt 12 complaints Air Bags 11 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components 11 complaints Tires 11 complaints Electrical System12v24v48v Battery 10 complaints Electrical Systemwiring 10 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulic 10 complaints Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs 10 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core 10 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump 9 complaints Power Trainmanual Transmission 9 complaints Suspension 9 complaints Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator 7 complaints Exterior Lightingheadlights 7 complaints Seat Beltsfrontanchorage 7 complaints Steeringrack And Pinion 7 complaints Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal 7 complaints Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash 6 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly 6 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys 6 complaints Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc 6 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor 6 complaints Structurebodydoor 6 complaints Electrical Systemignitionswitch 5 complaints Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers 5 complaints Engine 5 complaints Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly 5 complaints Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap 5 complaints Seat Belts 5 complaints Seat Beltsfrontretractor 5 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc 5 complaints Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar 5 complaints Vehicle Speed Controllinkages 5 complaints Electrical Systemignition 4 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch 4 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter 4 complaints Power Trainaxle Assembly 4 complaints Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly 4 complaints Service Brakes Airantilock 4 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings 4 complaints Air Bagssidewindow 3 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System 3 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control 3 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor 3 complaints Equipment 3 complaints Exterior Lighting 3 complaints Fuel System Gasoline 3 complaints Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch 3 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines 3 complaints Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft 3 complaints Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit 3 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder 3 complaints Suspensionfront 3 complaints Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing 3 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System 3 complaints Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor 3 complaints Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module 2 complaints Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood 2 complaints Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedelivery 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings 2 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift 2 complaints Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint 2 complaints Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft 2 complaints Seat Beltsfront 2 complaints Seat Beltsfrontwarning Lightdevices 2 complaints Seats 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist 2 complaints Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion 2 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump 2 complaints Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly 2 complaints Structure 2 complaints Structurebody 2 complaints Tiressidewall 2 complaints Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control 2 complaints Visibilityglass Siderear 2 complaints Wheels 2 complaints Child Seat 1 complaint Electrical Systemhorn 1 complaint Electrical Systemignitionmodule 1 complaint Electrical Systemstarter Assembly 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve 1 complaint Equipmentelectrical 1 complaint Exterior Lightingbrake Lights 1 complaint Exterior Lightingturn Signal 1 complaint Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit 1 complaint Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch 1 complaint Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System 1 complaint Fuel System Otherdeliveryfuel Pump 1 complaint Fuel System Otherfuel Injection System 1 complaint Fuel System Otherstorage 1 complaint Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System 1 complaint Fuelpropulsion System 1 complaint Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock 1 complaint Parking Brakeconventional 1 complaint Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle 1 complaint Power Trainmanual Transmissionshift Pattern Indicator 1 complaint Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner 1 complaint Service Brakes 1 complaint Service Brakes Airsupplyhoses Linespiping And Fittings 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages 1 complaint Steeringcolumn 1 complaint Steeringlinkages 1 complaint Structurebodytrunk Lid 1 complaint Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields 1 complaint Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm 1 complaint Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Arm 1 complaint Suspensionfrontspringstorsion Bar 1 complaint Suspensionrear 1 complaint Vehicle Speed Controlcables 1 complaint Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor 1 complaint Wheelshub 1 complaint
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