One problem related to engine has been reported for the 2004 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Ford Taurus based on all problems reported for the 2004 Taurus.
The consumer had a 2004 Ford Taurus that was purchased on 4/1/05. On 6/25/05, 10 minutes after the oil was changed the vehicle caught on fire down the road from the dealer. The insurance investigator said the fire started because the dealer didn't put the oil cap back on properly.