One problem related to engine head gasket failure has been reported for the 1998 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1998 Ford Taurus. While driving approximately 25 mph on normal road conditions, the driver heard a gushing noise outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and oil was observed leaking from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the failure was contributed to the engine oil pan gasket. The oil pan gasket was replaced at that time. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on two separate occasions for identical failures. Currently, the vehicle is in the process of being repaired. The failure mileage was between 42,000-44,000 and current mileage was 110,000.