Electrical System Related Problems of the 2004 Ford Taurus

Table 1 shows six common electrical system related problems of the 2004 Ford Taurus. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (20 problems). The second most common problem is related to the instrument panel (two problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Ford Taurus


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2004 Ford Taurus

The Electrical System problem

After exiting the highway, braking to stop a red light, the car proceeded to slowly accelerate on its own. After letting it go for a while, it topped out around 52mph, as if the cruise control was working on its own. I kept pressing off, but that wouldn't work.   Read details...

The Instrument Panel problem

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. While driving 30 mph, the tail lights, instrument panel lights, and radio failed. The contact placed the vehicle into park without shutting off the engine. He attempted to place the vehicle into drive, but was unsuccessful.   Read details...

The Starter problem

Long and or hard start, recently no start. Have found many technical service bulletins with same complaint. Repair shop has yet to identify problem.   Read details...


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