10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #7

Aug 182002

Taurus 6-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
To whom it may concern. I bought a Ford Taurus 1996 from venuns Ford in milwaukee Wisconsin. I have only had this car for seven months and the gas pedal was sticking and taking off very fast and shifting its gears. The motor was rumbling and shaking. I had to repair the axles of the car. I had to take it back every month because of the engine. The water pump over heated and the gas pedal is still sticking and taking off very fast today. Also the dealer is trying to take away the warranty so they wouldn't have to pay for the repairs. I asked the dealer to take a federal investigation but they refused. I asked for an even exchange for a different car but they wanted me to pay for this car and the other if I got one. Urgently respond to my complaint.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

problem #6

Mar 012000

Taurus

  • miles
Gas pedal was sticking or binding:throttle cable was found to have a notch or defect on the plastic portion; cable, throttle body and gas pedal were replaced; paid 20% copayment. Concerned that there may be other cars with defective throttle cables.

- Orland Park, IL, USA

problem #5

Feb 011998

Taurus

  • miles
On-going / intermittent problem with accelerator pedal sticking. Dealer notified, and consumer has an appointment for inspection of vehicle.

- Waynesville, OH, USA

problem #4

Sep 101999

(reported on)

Taurus

  • miles
When the accelerator pedal is applied the vehicle will not move or surge forward. The manufacturer has been notified.

- East Hartford, CT, USA

problem #3

Jun 241999

(reported on)

Taurus

  • miles
Cables that connects to the gas pedal broke while accelerating onto the highway. Nlm

- Teaneck, NJ, USA

problem #2

Mar 011998

Taurus

  • miles
Gas pedal is sticking. Problem was identified to Ford and repairs were mad., manufacturer could not duplicate the problem. After warranty expired, manufacturer found problem. Repairs to be made at owners expense. Provide further information.

- Raleigh, NC, USA

problem #1

May 091996

Taurus

  • miles
Accelerator stuck, causing vehicle to surge.

- Albany, OR, USA