4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,000 miles

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problem #2

Jan 032007

Taurus 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 48,000 miles
TL *- the contact owns a 2002 Ford Taurus. While driving in reverse the coil spring broke and punctured the driver's side front tire. The failure speed was approximately 1-2 mph. The contact replaced the tire, but did not keep the punctured tire. The contact stated that the jack snapped as the vehicle was being lifted. The contact has had the vehicle repaired, and has the repair invoices. Updated 03/15/07.

- Rouses Point, NY, USA

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problem #1

Oct 102004

Taurus 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While the consumer was jacking up the vehicle to replace a flat tire, the jack collapsed and the vehicle fell onto the ground. No injuries. The consumer contacted the dealer, but was told he had to order the part on his own.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

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