2017 FORD TAURUS PROBLEMS

2017 FORD TAURUS PROBLEMS

Model Trims

Taurus 2.0 EcoBoost (240 Hp) Automatic

Taurus 3.5 V6 24V (288 Hp) Automatic

Taurus 3.5 V6 24V (288 Hp) AWD Automatic

Taurus SHO 3.5 V6 (365 Hp) AWD Automatic

Taurus EcoBoost 180 (181 Hp)

Taurus EcoBoost 245 (245 Hp)

Taurus EcoBoost 325 V6 (329 Hp)

2017 FORD TAURUS PROBLEMS

Malfunction Modules

Complaints and Common Faults

  • 1. Steering issues:

    • Difficulty controlling steering after driving non-stop on highway
    • Steering sticking and oversteering after driving long distances

  • 2. Electrical problems:

    • APIM module failure requiring costly repair
    • Instrument cluster going black, engine stop while driving
    • Keypad lock detachment causing difficulty entering vehicle

  • 3. Brake system:

    • Brake pedal going to floor with brake fluid leak
    • Brake malfunction causing vehicle to go into reverse inadvertently

  • 4. Engine/transmission issues:

    • Vehicle shutting down while in motion, requiring new engine
    • Engine suddenly dropping to low speed while accelerating

  • 5. Headlight problems:

    • Headlights pointing down and to the right, affecting visibility
    • Headlight failure and melting pigtails, no resolution from Ford

  • 6. Suspension concerns:

    • Rear toe link fracture causing alignment issues
    • Rear suspension toe links failing, causing changes in steering

  • 7. Fuel system problems:

    • Inability to refuel fully, misleading fuel gauge and miles to empty reading

  • 8. Safety concerns:

    • Air bag failure in collision resulting in injuries with no deployment
    • Key removal from ignition without vehicle in park causing rolling
    • Difficulty starting vehicle, no recalls issued, multiple attempts needed to start

  • 9. Miscellaneous issues:

    • Fluid leak from water pump requiring replacement
    • Gauges too dim to read, no resolution from dealer or manufacturer
    • Corrosion and smoke from positive battery terminal, common issue among Taurus vehicles

  • 10. Visibility concerns:

    • Click in steering wheel, delay in dashboard lights coming on
    • Gas sloshing sound while driving, normal function or issue
    • Fuel system problems leading to misleading dashboard information.

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