Three problems related to emission control have been reported for the 1996 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While traveling on the highway there is a gasoline smell coming through the vent area inside of vehicle. Dealership is aware of problem.
Vehicle stalling continually due to design defect of the gas tank, modified fuel lines and emission canister (all components need to be replaced). Service bulletin issued.
Oxygen sensors went out without the "check engine" coming on. Owner believes Ford has disable the warning.