2001 FORD TAURUS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

1,264

Owner Complaints

115 Crashes 18 Fires 6 Deaths

10

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

8

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 2001 FORD TAURUS

The 2001 FORD TAURUS has received a total of 1,264 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 10 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS, SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH. 8 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Suspensionrearspringscoil Springs (217 complaints), Suspensionrear (102 complaints), and Vehicle Speed Control (79 complaints).

Recalls for the 2001 FORD TAURUS

NHTSA has recorded 10 recalls for the 2001 FORD TAURUS, potentially affecting up to 4,030,626 vehicles.

Recall 16E026000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

| 49,635 vehicles affected

Defect: Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are...

Consequence: A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.

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Recall 04V332000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS

| 899,060 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS COULD FRACTURE DUE TO CORROSION ASSOCIATED WITH SALT USED ON THE...

Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE TIRE MAY RUPTURE RESULTING IN A RAPID AIR LOSS, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTIVE SPRING SHIELDS. IN ADDITION, FORD IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE OF THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS IN ALL OTHER STATES, FOR FRACTURE ONLY, UP TO 10 YEARS OF SERVICE OR 150,000 MILES, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. IF THE...

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Recall 04V106000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

| 938,789 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ARE BEING RECALLED TO CORRECT A PROBLEM WITH A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING. THIS MALFUNCTIONING COULD RENDER THE STOP LAMPS INOPERABLE OR CAUSE THEM TO STAY ON ALL THE TIME. THIS COULD CAUSE CONFUSION TO A FOLLOWING DRIVER, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.

Consequence: IN ADDITION, IF THE SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING FAIL IN THE OPEN POSITION, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ACTUATE AND THE DRIVER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE OUT OF "PARK" IF THEY FAIL IN THE CLOSED POSITION, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL REMAIN ON, WHICH WILL NOT ALLOW THE SPEED CONTROL TO BE ACTIVATED. THIS COULD ALSO CAUSE THE BATTERY TO DISCHARGE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH AND ASSOCIATED WIRING ASSEMBLY AND INSTALL A NEWLY DESIGNED STOP LAMP SWITCH AND WIRE ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON APRIL 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

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Recall 02V266000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

| 369,614 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ADJUSTABLE PADELS ARE BEING RECALLED IN ORDER TO ADJUST THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS TO A MINIMUM OF 50 MM OF LATERAL SEPARATION. SIMULTANEOUS APPLICATION OF BOTH THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS COULD RESULT IN AN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPM.

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A CUSTOMER EXPERIENCING AN "UNINTENDED VEHICLE SPEED INCREASE" OR A PERCEIVED "UNABLE TO STOP" CONDITION.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED AS TO THE PROPER WAY TO SET THE POSITION OF THE PEDALS AND TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A DEALER TO HAVE THE SPACING BETWEEN THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS MEASURED. IF THE SPACING IS FOUND...

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Recall 01V258000 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

| 1,083,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN LOSS OF INTERMITTENT WIPER FUNCTION, LOSS OF WIPER PARK FUNCTION, COMPLETE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION, OR IGNITION OF THE PLASTIC COVER MATERIAL. SWITCH MALFUNCTION IS MOST...

Consequence: LOSS OF VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON THE WIPER MOTOR. MOTORS BUILT WITH THE SUSPECT TIME FRAME WILL HAVE THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COVER REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED...

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Recall 01V144000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

| 4,567 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE TONGUE MAY NOT FULLY EJECT FROM THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WHEN THE RELEASE BUTTON IS PUSHED SLOWLY. THIS CONDITION COULD ALSO RESULT IN A PARTIAL LATCH OF THE TONGUE IN THE BUCKLE.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER AND RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 4, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY...

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Recall 01V078000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS:SWITCH

| 157,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ADJUSTABLE PEDALS. IF THE GREASE FROM THE ADJUSTABLE PEDAL ASSEMBLY ENTERS THE STOP LAMP SWITCH, IT CAN CONTAMINATE THE CONTACTS LEADING TO CARBON BUILD UP, AND POTENTIALLY, A SHORT CIRCUIT.

Consequence: A SHORT CIRCUIT COULD LEAD TO EITHER THE BRAKE LAMPS STAYING ON, OR TO A LOSS OF BRAKE LAMP FUNCTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH AND WIPE DOWN THE ADJUSTABLE PEDAL ASSEMBLY TO REMOVE EXCESS GREASE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 22, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND...

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Recall 01V048000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS

| 28,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER SEDANS WITH FACTORY OR DEALER-INSTALLED DECK LID SPOILERS WITH LED CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMPS (CHMSL). VEHICLES PRODUCED WITH SPOILERS WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 1 THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2000; AND VEHICLES WITH SPOILERS INSTALLED BY DEALERS WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 1 THOROUGH DECEMBER 30, 2000. WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH IN THE START OR RUN POSITIONS AND THE...

Consequence: UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD, THE CHMSL SHALL BE ACTIVATED ONLY UPON APPPLICATION OF THE SERVICE BRAKES. ALSO, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH, IF THE SHIFT LEVER CAN BE SHIFTED OUT OF PARK WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A JUMPER/RESISTOR ASSEMBLY AT THE SPOILER THAT PROVIDES AN ELECTRICAL RESISTOR TO GROUND AND CORRECTS THE CHMSL AND BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK CONDITIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 19, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON...

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Recall 00V396000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

| 495,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE AFFECTED EXPEDITION/NAVIGATOR OWNER GUIDES DO NOT IDENTIFY THE LOCATIONS OF SEATING POSITIONS EQUIPPED WITH TETHER ANCHORAGES, AND DO NOT PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS FOR SECURING CHILD SEATS TO THESE TETHER ANCHORAGES. THE F150 SC OWNER GUIDES DO...

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH OWNER GUIDE INSERTS REVISED TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION, AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR AFFIXING THESE INSERTS TO THEIR OWNER GUIDES. CUSTOMERS WILL ALSO BE ADVISED THAT IF THEY PREFER, THEIR DEALER WILL AFFIX THE INSERTS TO...

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Recall 00V240000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

| 5,961 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT ANCHOR LATCH (ISO-FIX ANCHOR) FASTENERS DO NOT HAVE ADEQUATE RESIDUAL TORQUE. THE ANCHORS ARE SECURED TO THE FLOOR PAN WITH A REINFORCEMENT PLATE THAT HAS TWO STUDS THAT EXTEND UPWARD THROUGH THE FLOOR PAN AND THE ISO-FIX ANCHOR. THE SEALER ON THE FLOOR PAN COULD CAUSE A SOFT JOINT AND, EVEN IF...

Consequence: THE ANCHOR MAY NOT HOLD THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT IN POSITION DURING AN ACCIDENT, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT OF THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND RE-INSTALL THE BRACKET NUT USING A TORQUE RETENTION MATERIAL (RED LOCTITE). OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 11, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE...

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Owner Complaints for the 2001 FORD TAURUS

1,264 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2001 FORD TAURUS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Suspensionrearspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 217 2 Crashes 2 Injuries 2 Deaths
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 102
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 79 9 Crashes 1 Fire 7 Injuries 1 Death
Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 73 2 Crashes
Suspensionrearsprings
Complaints: 68 2 Crashes 1 Injury 2 Deaths
Suspension
Complaints: 54
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 37 1 Crash 1 Injury
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 33 28 Crashes 23 Injuries
Air Bags
Complaints: 28 18 Crashes 18 Injuries
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 27 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 27 4 Crashes 6 Injuries 1 Death
Tires
Complaints: 24 2 Crashes 5 Injuries
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 17 1 Fire
Power Train
Complaints: 15 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 14 4 Crashes 1 Injury
Structure
Complaints: 14
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 13 1 Crash 1 Fire
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 13 6 Crashes 1 Injury
Electrical System
Complaints: 12 1 Fire 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 12 5 Crashes 10 Injuries
Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch
Complaints: 10
Structurebody
Complaints: 10
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 10
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 9 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seat Belts
Complaints: 9 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Service Brakes
Complaints: 9 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 9
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 8
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 3 Injuries
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 7
Engine
Complaints: 6 1 Crash 1 Injury
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 6 1 Crash
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 6 1 Crash 3 Injuries
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 6
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 5
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 5 4 Fires 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 5
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 5
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 5
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 5
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 5 1 Injury
Steering
Complaints: 5
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 5
Visibility
Complaints: 5
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 4
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 4
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
Complaints: 4
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 4
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 4 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
Complaints: 4
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 4
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 4
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 4
Wheels
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 3
Equipment
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
Complaints: 3
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Seats
Complaints: 3 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 3
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 3
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 3 2 Fires
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 3
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 3
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 3 2 Crashes
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 3
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 3
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 3
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 2
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 2
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Injury
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 2
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seatsfront Assemblyhead Restraint
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist
Complaints: 2
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 2
Structurebodytrunk Lid
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 2
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes
Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Child Seatharness Buckleinfant
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
Complaints: 1 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalanti Theft Devices
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 1
Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Fuel System Diesel
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Lane Departure Assist
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock
Complaints: 1
Parking Brake
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagefloor Shift
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
Complaints: 1
Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle
Complaints: 1
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Airdisc
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfluid
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumshoeslinings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Structurebodybumpers
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontspringsleaf Spring Assembly
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontspringsleaf Spring Assemblyu Bolt Leaf Spring To Axle
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearaxlespindle
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Suspensionrearshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assembly
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
Complaints: 1
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11654691 | POWER TRAIN | | 55,000 miles
The contact owns a 2001 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that there was a slight hesitation upon shifting the transmission into drive. The contact stated that the gear selector seized, and the vehicle was no longer able to shift out of park. Additionally, the brake lights were no longer operable. No warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.
#11580825 | ENGINE | | N/A miles Crash 1 Injury
The vehicle failed recall
#11580825 | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | | N/A miles Crash 1 Injury
The vehicle failed recall
#11580825 | LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST | | N/A miles Crash 1 Injury
The vehicle failed recall
#11389681 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 130,000 miles
SINCE I'VE OWNED THE CAR THE TRANSMISSION ON THE DASH HAS BEEN OFF MEANING ... TO PUT IT IN DRIVE IT HAS TO SAY 1 ST. ON THE DASH REVERSE IS WHERE DRIVE IS OR D. ... YESTERDAY I CAME TO A STOP SIGN AND THERE WAS A HUGE THUNK AND I COULD NOT DRIVE THE CAR HAD FROZE THEN AFTER MESSING WITH THE SHIFT ARM IT WENT THUNK AGAIN AND I GOT IT HOME BUT CANT DRIVE ANY FARTHER ..I ALSO HAVE HAD ELECTRONIC PROBLEMS SINCE I GOT IT ONE DASH LIGHTS INSIDE WONT WORK NEXT DAY BLINKER NEXT DAY RADIO NEXT DAY HEAD LIGHTS .... AND THE FRONT END THUNKS WHEN DRIVING AND IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE ROAD ...IT FEELS *TR

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Safety Rating for the 2001 FORD TAURUS

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2001 FORD TAURUS in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2001 FORD TAURUS

Ford Motor Company has issued 8 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2001 FORD TAURUS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

04223 — VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

GRUNTING NOISE FROM FRONT POWER WINDOW GLASS IS POWERED TO THE FULL UP POSITION. *EH

16190 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

LACK OF A/C COOLING. *MJ

15559 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

SUBJECT REGARDING SHUDDER WHILE IN REVERSE. *YH

E1E15 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

EMISSION RECALL FOR VEHICLES WITH A POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WHICH WAS INADVERTENTLY PROGRAMMED WITH SOFTWARE THAT CUASES THE VEHICLE TO OPERATE USING THE GASOLINE DEFAULT VALUES REGARDLESS OF THE LEVEL OF ALCOHOL IN THE FUEL. *TT

15016 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE AIR BAG LIGHT ON WITH A DIAGNOSTIC CODE C1946 (DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION) STORED IN MEMORY. *TT

14812 — AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE SEAT AIR BAGS BUILT PRIOR TO JUNE 1, 2001 MAY EXHIBIT AN AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1994 AND / OR B1998 (OPEN / HIGH RESISTANCE IN THE DRIVER / PASSENGER SIDE SEAT AIR BAG CIRCUITS). *TT

14666 — AIR BAGS

SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SEAT SIDE AIR BAGS MAY EXHIBIT A DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE AIR BAG LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1994 OR B1998 (OPEN / RESISTANCE IN THE DRIVER / PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG CIRCUIT). *TT

14530 — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

SOME VEHICLES WITH POWER SEATS BUILT AFTER NOVEMBER 28TH, 2000 WILL NOT BE EQUIPPED WITH PLASTIC SEAT TRACK TRIM COVERS INSTALLED ON THE FRONT INBOARD SIDE OF THE SEAT TRACK. THE INBOARD SEAT TRACK TRIM COVERS HAVE BEEN DISCONTINUED. *TT

NHTSA Investigations for the 2001 FORD TAURUS

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2001 FORD TAURUS.

Investigation RP03001 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES Closed

Opened:

BRAKE/ACCELERATOR PEDAL APPLICATION

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