Five problems related to engine shut off without warning have been reported for the 2000 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Ford Taurus based on all problems reported for the 2000 Taurus.
While driving, the engine shut off, and the power steering failed. Dealer notified. The vehicle stalled on declaration and stalled when slowing down to turn into the driveway. The had to put the gear shift back into idle and turn the key to start.
When trying to accelerate the vehicle shut off. The vehicle was towed to an independent auto repair shop. The gaskets were rusted which caused oil and coolant to get into the engine. The engine had to be replaced.
While driving car starts to buck a little, and then motor shuts down. When this happens, consumer loses brakes/steering, and everything just shuts down.
2000 Taurus with duratec engine has a 'complete' engine shutdown at 35 mph. When the 'complete' engine shutdown occurred, I lost control of the vehicle. I managed to stop the vehical in the road. This was a 'life threatening' experience as I directed traffic around my 'dead' car. A wrecker was called and the car towed to a Ford dealership. Three days to fix the car! if the "complete engine shutdown" occurred when travelling 65 mph on the highway, the result could be serious injury or death. Ford needs to investigate the "quality" defect in this car. I have great concern when driving this vehical for fear of an engine shutdown on the highway.
While driving at 50 mph vehicle completely shutdown without warning, cause unknown. No injuries or collision occurred. Dealer cannot identify cause. Please give any further details.