5.6

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
15,667 miles

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problem #3

Apr 152002

Taurus

  • 47,000 miles
A progressive deterioration of the front headlight lens. Headlight lens is so foggy that visibility is poor enough that it must be replaced. Ford says the deterioration is due to automatic car wash soap. However, car was hand washed. The approximate cost for parts alone is $500 as the lens is not sold separately. Cars in the junk yard also have same condition.

- Morton, PA, USA

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problem #2

Feb 012001

Taurus

  • miles
There are no lights at all in or outside of vehicle. Lights in front went out first, and then third lights went out. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Chicargo, IL, USA

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problem #1

Dec 041998

Taurus

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
"door ajar" warining switch replaced due to indicator light coming on/staying on.

- Monett, MO, USA

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