10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,000 miles

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problem #1

Apr 082005

Taurus 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 40,000 miles
Driving on highway, vehicle suddenly lost power. Pulled off roadway. Smoke coming from under hood. Raised hood and called 911. Fire department responded to put out fire. Car fully engulfed in flames. Car total loss, front end melted, passenger area fully involved in fire. Extra Ford manufacturer 75,000 warranty specifically states it will cover engine defects, etc however Ford says it can't determine the cause of fire due to excessive thermal damage.

- Spokane Valley, WA, USA

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