Seven problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 1997 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the vehicle lost power. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The contact also noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
I purchased my 1997 Ford Taurus in February 2010, and shortly after experienced my odometer stopping and my power steering stopping at the same time. It usually happens if I drive the car longer than 30 minutes, or if I sit at a stop light to long. It also seems to happen at speeds of 40 mph or higher. I also noticed that my transmission will slip, and I will find my car moving forward after stopping. I have gotten used to staying a good distance from cars so I have room to stop.
I have a 97 Ford Taurus gl. The engine caught on fire and the burned rapidly. My family just made it out of the car. I managed to get it away from the house. The house suffered some heat damage.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford Taurus. While driving 25 mph, the engine caught fire. The contact pulled over and exited the burning vehicle. The fire department was able to contain the fire. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but they were unable to determine the cause of the failure. There was no sign of lost oil or other fluids. The engine was replaced. The insurance company's investigation concluded that the cause of the failure was due to human error. The contact recently became aware of Ford recall number 05s28 and she feels that this could be the cause of her engine fire. A police report was filed. The failure mileage was 97,000.
While driving 15 mph consumer heard a noise coming from the engine compartment. Consumer took vehicle to an independent shop ,who could not find the cause of the problem. Consumer checked the vehicle, and determined that the motor mount bolts sheared off.
Temperature gauge is going back and forward towards the hot section, and the vehicle is shifting very hard when driviing at any speed.
Premature engine and component failure due to faulty head gaskets. Engine and transmission failed at less than 55,000 miles.