14 problems related to steering rack and pinion have been reported for the 1996 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving heard a noise in front end of vehicle. This problem is most noticeable when making a left or a right turn. Dealer states that noise is due to a malfunction within the rack and pinion steering.
Rack & pinion sttering had to be replaced on four occasion within a year. Dealer did the repairs. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Due to a defective steering rack and pinion steering malfunctioned, resulting in loss of control. Please provide further information.
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It was noted that there is a common problem in relation to the design of the rack and pinion causing a noise on the return of the wheel. I have been informed by the dealership, Ford, the entire rack and pinion system should be replaced and they are very familiar with the problem. In a car not even three years old this shows a definate need for a recal or at least some manufacturer support. Thank you.
Rack and pinion and power pump replace, and smell like chemical burning or plastic.
Grinding/vibrating noise from steering when making low speed right turn due to defective rack and pinion steering. In addition, in some weather conditions, when defroster is activated, windshield fogs up, causing visibility problems.
Rack and pinion noise when steering wheel is turned.
Rack and pinion failed due to oil leak.
The power steering gear failed, causing the steering to bind on right turns.
Steering vibrates after completing turn to the right. Ford has issued a TSB but parts for rack and pinion are on back order. Please describe details.
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There is a terrible squeaking noise when turning right. The Ford mechanic said there is a big problem with Taurus's. He said Ford changed the design in the model. Our three year-warranty expired in November. There was a small problem before but now it is quite noticeable. The mechanic said the repair cost would be $700. Why should the consumer pay if there is a design problem made by Ford? our car has very low mileage and has been well maintained-- always a 3,000 mile oil change. I have checked on internet under Ford Taurus complaints and there are many dissatisfied Taurus customers because of the faulty rack and pinion.