Two problems related to tire tread/belt have been reported for the 2003 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Ford Taurus based on all problems reported for the 2003 Taurus.
2003 Ford Taurus, unit 1 was eastbound on the ohio turnpike when the tread came off of the left rear tire and damaged the left side of the vehicle. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0208-89).
(1-3) vehicle delivered with one tire at 40#, others varied 20-30 #. They continue to lose air pressure, ie 3-5 pounds/ month. No accidents but am concerned. Talked with both Ford selling dealer and michelin tire dealer. Were rotated at 6000 mi. Repair (nail) of left front tire at about 2000 mi by michelin dealer. Tires: michelin p215/60hr 16, touring contact as. Vehicle 2003 Ford Taurus station wagon new 10/ 2003.
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Valve problems | |
| Tire Bead problems |