1998 FORD TAURUS SHO PROBLEMS

1998 FORD TAURUS SHO PROBLEMS

1998 FORD TAURUS SHO PROBLEMS

Issues by Year

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Malfunction Modules

Complaints and Common Faults

  • 1. Transmission issues

    • Car jumps gears
    • Transmission fails to stay engaged at intersections
    • Overdrive button constantly going on and off

  • 2. Suspension and alignment problems

    • Shaking when stopping
    • Alignment issues
    • Ball joint replacement
    • Busted bolt on the frame

  • 3. Brake system failures

    • Brake line corrosion and separation
    • Front sway bar and link bar damage
    • Front sway bars breaking
    • Paint loss in front center of hood
    • Service Engine Soon light remaining on
    • Water holding in engine compartment leading to overheating

  • 4. Camshaft failures

    • Cam sprocket failure
    • Camshaft failures in 1996-1999 Ford Taurus SHOs
    • Engine camshaft defects leading to total engine loss

  • 5. Seat belt issues

    • Rear seat belts jamming in side compartments
    • Rear door panels coming apart
    • Inability to use rear seat belts
    • Middle lap belt only usable rear belt

  • 6. Speedometer issues

    • Speedometer shutting down at highway speeds

  • 7. General engine issues

    • Total engine loss due to camshaft sprocket failure in interference engine
    • Consumer reports of defective engine camshafts

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