Four problems related to brakes failed have been reported for the 1998 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tl-the contact owns a 1998 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 mph, the vehicles brakes failed completely. The check engine warning indicator illuminated continuously. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed a rear proportioning valve. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 138,000. The VIN was not available. Ddr.
While driving the brakes failed after the pedal became soft when depressing. This caused extended stopping distance. Consumer managed to pull over, and had vehicle towed to dealership, but problem was not resolved.
Brake failure on 1998 Ford Taurus.
While driving on the highway and upon applying the brakes pedal, pedal will go to the floor, and brakes failed. Then consumer drove to the side of road, and brakes started working again.