Transmission Noise problems of the 2000 Ford Taurus

Two problems related to transmission noise 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.

1 Transmission Noise problem

Failure Date: 05/29/2005

The contact stated the vehicle was making a chattering noise when putting it in reverse. She took the vehicle to a local mechanic, they said there was a torn lip seal on reverse accumulator due to a defective cut on transmission channel plate. She contacted the dealer, and they did not offer a free remedy. Updated 11/30/05.

2 Transmission Noise problem

Failure Date: 06/03/2003

The transmission made a whinning noise. The vehicle was transported to a dealership, and the consumer was told a new transmission was needed. Ph.




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