Six problems related to defogger heater have been reported for the 1997 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Consumer stated the heater failed. Ts.
Dealer poured a new anti-freeze into the system which caused heater core to crack and cause fumes to enter into vehicle, steaming up the windows, and resulting in visual difficulty. Dealer will replace the heater core at owner's expense. Please provide further information.
The heater core is inoperable, causing the windows to fog up, obstructing the driver's view. Dealer repaired the vehicle three times, and the problem still exists.
Heater core went out, causing coolant fluid to leak and odor/ fumes getting into the vehicle.
Heater core replaced on two occasions due to failure, the second replacement failed also causing loss of coolant.
A foul odor coming from the vents which cause windows to become fogged. Consumer contacted dealer for this, and was told that heater core was defective. Please provide further details.