Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2008 Ford Taurus.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Hood Latch problems |
Encounter in normal driving while applying the brake moving your foot from the accelerator to the brake pedal your foot seems to catch both making the car difficult to stop(engine runs faster while braking till you realize your foot is in contact with both pedals, happens several times a week with multiple drivers.
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Taurus x. The contact stated that the hood release lever is located directly to the left of the parking brake pedal. When he attempts to apply pressure to the parking brake, it is easy to accidentally press the hood release lever. As a result, the hood opens. The contact filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. The current and failure mileages were 7,428. Updated 03-18-08 updated 03/18/08.