general problems of the 2004 Ford Taurus

Tl the contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the gear shifter ceased in the park position without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where they replaced the steering column tube assembly however, the failure persisted. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 04v106000 (exterior lighting) however, the vehicle was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

Tl the contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the gear shifter would not move out of park. The contact had to depress the brake pedal multiple times for the gear shifter to move. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The contact believed that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 04v106000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to call NHTSA. The failure mileage was 123,000.

I am filing dual complaints pertaining to this issue, first with the national highway transportation safety authority and a second consumer complaint with mr. Patrick morrisey, attorney general west virginia. The attorney general has a consumer protection division to help residents in the event of a safety concern and a consumer complaint that brings a concern to the safety of others, as well as the safety of the public and the consumer. Under "speed control" as checked off, this includes systems and devices intended to control (accelerate) the speed of the vehicle to the driver's intent such as the accelerator pedal, throttle control cables, linkages, actuators, electronic control units and software, cruise control system actuators and deactivating systems, and other components and systems that may interfere with the speed control system (e. G. , floor mats). My 2004 Taurus has nearly 90,000 miles. It has been running well. On multiple incidents in 2017 my Taurus would without any warning or indications suddenly begin to accelerate on its own. I describe it to others as having to throttle stick. I was freaking out, because cars behind me did not understand what was happening and I was afraid they would easily become collateral damage. I put the car into nuetral and the engine on its own volition revved up to over 4000 rpm. A person on the side walk thought I was about to strike them as they jump out of the way. I learned 150 faulty speed control problem complaints, 6 injuries, and 1 death. This problem is a very common problem the NHTSA has known since 2004, people have been injured as a result and even death reported but strangely no safety recall has been issued about this terrible and tragic problem, which is another reason I am filing the dual complaint in the hopes that attorney general morrisey. He is responsible for public safety from such issue.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. While driving approximately 45 mph, the steering wheel was difficult to turn left or right. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the gear was unable to shift out of park. The contact had to make numerous attempts to get the vehicle to change gears and, at times, the vehicle was unable to be driven. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed. The contact was to check with the manufacturer to determine a repair solution. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. After the vehicle was refueled, the gear shift failed to switch out of the park position. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.

Tougue converter failed in transmission, which led to total failure. On highway at 65 mph when vehicle started to slow while driving. Got to shoulder, and had car towed. This is common problem with this car. Ford will not recall or help. Spline is to thin, and, out of spec. In regard to thickness.

When going from 1st to 2nd there was a loud and hard bump, transmission repaired now after having car back for 1 week when I put it in reverse it hardly moves and shudders and shakes.

Transmission lost all gears with no warning.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle's brake lights remained illuminated without the brake pedal being depressed causing the battery to fail at times. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift from park to drive when depressing the vehicle's brake pedal properly. The brake lights were no longer operable. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 16e026000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the gear shifter failed to release from park. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 94,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift from reverse to drive. The vehicle was inspected by a private mechanic who stated that the shift cable had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 142,854. Updated 12/5/cn the consumer stated the shift cable was replaced.

While driving and approaching an intersection I began to apply brake for red light, the rpms spiked to 4000. The car continued to accelerate on it's own. Tried to tap brake again. . No change. Put the car in neutral and tapped gas to finally get the rpms to lower to at least 2000 level. This has happened at least 4 other times.

I own a 2004 Ford Taurus ses v6 with an automatic transmission. I drove to work with no warning sounds, smells, or warning lights, and it drove perfectly. I attempted to go to lunch, and the vehicle started just fine, but wouldn't shift into any gears/reverse ect. I have researched online as well as the transmission shops, and this is a known problem. As far as I know so far the Ford freestar has the same issue & a class action was filed & then Ford followed up with a recall. Please do something about this! I have filed a complaint with Ford with no acknowledgement or resolution. I feel sick to be out so much money for a known problem. Of course I do feel lucky I wasn't driving when it happened like many others. Ford shouldn't be able to turn a blind eye to this!.

Drove from work to home, parked car. When I went to go start car, it would not go forward or reverse. Had it towed to Ford dealer. Upon further investigation with friends they told me Taurus/sable were known for bad converters, went on internet to investigate information and had huge response to this problem.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. While driving approximately 30 mph, the engine rpm reading increased abnormally however, the vehicle would not accelerate. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic advised the contact that the transmission would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000. Kmj.

First incident: put the car in reverse to back out of a parking space and the car accelerated in reverse to 40 mph until I stepped on the brake. The same night as I was driving on the highway at a speed of 60mph, the car accelerated up to 75mph before I stepped on the brake. Second incident: the car was in park and the engine made a loud noise as if the car was accelerating. When I switched gears and put the car into drive it darted off it stopped when I stepped on the brake. The car reached 55mph.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the transmission light illuminated. The contact stopped and had the vehicle diagnosed by a personal mechanic; however no problem was found. As the contact continued to drive, whenever the vehicle accelerated to 70 mph the transmission light would illuminate. The vehicle was taken to another personal mechanic and the contact was informed that the transmission would need to be rebuilt. The vehicle had not been repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The failure and current mileages were 133,000.

The transmission went out. Ford Taurus transmissions seem to go out a lot! why is there not a recall on this???.

The car will try to accelerate when coming to a stop as well as when you foot is off the accelerator. In the instances that this has happened my wife or I has shifted the car to neutral at a stop and the engine will rev to 3,000 rpms and stay there. Please note when this happens the car will try to move forward and accelerate in drive even when your foot is on the brake.

My newly licensed 16 year old son was driving home from school and suddenly the car stopped pulling. It stayed running and he was able to barely coast to the side of the road. It would not go forward or backward and there was no noise or prior indication that there was a problem. After investigating the problem on the internet this is a very common problem. Recall this vehicle immediately before someone gets killed. A class action lawsuit is warranted due to the danger of this problem. I am hoping taking this route will get results. If not I will take other routes to get the attention this matter desperately needs. Local news media as well as bbb and other avenues.

The throttle sticks when slowing down to a stop. It suddenly revs up. Must stomp on the brakes and attempt to throw into neutral. Had been able to stop but 2 days ago rear ended a truck. Damage to my car.

The throttle sticks when slowing down to a stop, it suddenly revs up. Must then stomp on the brakes and try to throw it into neutral. Usually can catch it however, 2 days ago ended up rear ending someone. The front end of my car is damaged. Ran into a truck which wasn't damaged.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. A local mechanic diagnosed that the transmission would need replacing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 146,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Taurus. While driving on a decline, the contact depressed the pedal to accelerate, but the vehicle would not respond and rolled down hill. A local mechanic diagnosed that the trans-axle needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified, but did not assist the contact with the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure and current mileage was 113,500. Updated 8/30/11.

After executing a right turn onto a side street, the vehicle lost power to the wheels and coasted to a stop. There was no shoulder to pull over to, and state patrol arrived to push vehicle to a safe location.

I was driving down route 4 south from forestville, MD towards upper marlboro, MD. I went to accelerate, when the rpm gauge began to climb about as high as it could go. At the same time, the mph gauge began to decrease. I pulled my vehicle off of the road onto the shoulder and let it coast to a stop. I could shift from "drive" to "reverse" to "1st", but the car would not move forward or backwards. I had it towed for repairs.