Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 1998 Ford Taurus

Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1998 Ford Taurus. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the trunk lid lock (two problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Ford Taurus

Problem Category Number of Problems
Door Latch problems
2
Trunk Lid Lock problems
2

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 1998 Ford Taurus

The Door Latch problem

While driving 2 mph, the rear left door open on it's own. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. The cause has not been determined at this time. Consumer will contact the dealer in the near future. Please provide further details.   Read details...

The Trunk Lid Lock problem

Trunk lid will not stay up when opened. Dealer notified,and informedconsumer that the weight of the spoiler was the cause and nothing else was mention to correct the problem. . . Consumer had the trunk lid hit her in back of head on four occasions.   Read details...


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