Vehicle Overheat problems of the 1996 Ford Taurus

Two problems related to vehicle overheat have been reported for the 1996 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Vehicle Overheat problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2000

Vehicle would overheat while traveling. Notice coolant coming from left side of vehicle engine. Notified dealer / manufacturer, and both informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under recall or extended warranty. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

2 Vehicle Overheat problem

Failure Date: 06/27/1999

Engine head gasket cracked, causing vehicle to overheat also, vehicle leaked/stalled and cut off without prior warning while driving at 45 mph. Dealer is aware of the problem.




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