Two problems related to blown head gasket have been reported for the 2001 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Taurus based on all problems reported for the 2001 Taurus.
Without warning the head gasket blew out. While driving caller lost power and had to pull off the side of road. Vehicle was towed. Dealer will not cover the damages because warranty expired. Manufacturer said the same thing.
While having the oil changed consumer was told that the head gasket was blown. There was no defects noticeable by the consumer. It was the second incident concerning head gasket.