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Common 2006 Ford Taurus problems
The 2006 Ford Taurus is a reliable vehicle, but like any car, it has its share of common problems. The most frequently reported issue is engine stalling while driving, which tends to occur around 100,000 miles. This problem is related to the drive selector, which can cause the engine to turn off. Replacing the affected part costs approximately $350.
Another issue that some owners have experienced is a stuck accelerator pedal, which is caused by a faulty cruise control cable. This problem has been reported in vehicles with around 60,000 miles. Adding a cotter pin to the cable can fix the issue for around $120.
Heater system failures are also a common problem in the 2006 Ford Taurus, particularly in vehicles with more than 125,000 miles. The heater core and thermostat both wear out over time, and replacing these parts can cost approximately $1,500.
In addition to these issues, there are three recalls for the 2006 Ford Taurus, including wiper motor grease, hands-free phone system, and brake pads. These recalls are relatively minor, but they are still important to address to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the vehicle.
Despite these common problems, the 2006 Ford Taurus is a reliable vehicle that is known to last for over 200,000 miles with proper maintenance. Regular annual maintenance costs are average at $400 per year, and some common parts that may need to be replaced include steering knuckles for $550, transmission mounts costing $300, and the mass air pressure sensor which costs $125.
In summary, the 2006 Ford Taurus is a reliable vehicle that can last for over 200,000 miles with proper maintenance. However, it is important to be aware of common problems such as engine stalling, stuck accelerator pedals, and heater system failures. Regular maintenance and prompt attention to any issues that arise can help ensure the safe and reliable operation of the vehicle.
What problems do 2006 Ford Taurus have?
Problems with the 2060 Taurus include the engine stalling while driving, accelerator pedal issues, and heater failures. Stalling engines are the most common complaint at around 100,000 miles. There's a problem with the drive selector which causes the engine to turn off. Replacing the part costs about $350.
Is a 2006 Ford Taurus a good car?
The Ford Taurus earned a perfect five-star rating in NHTSA frontal crash testing and three stars in side-impact tests. In 40-mph frontal offset testing conducted by the IIHS, the Taurus has earned a "Good" rating and was named a "Best Pick" among family cars.
What is the most common problem with Ford Taurus?
Some of the top Ford Taurus problems include a cracked windshield, gasket leaks, and engine problems. The Ford Taurus has an average annual repair cost of $697 with a lower frequency of unscheduled repairs, an average of 0.2 times a year, compared to its competitors.
Is there any recalls on a 2006 Ford Taurus?
2006 Ford Taurus Recalls
The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.
2006 Ford Taurus car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Taurus problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Power train problems
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Ford Taurus vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Ford Taurus
The NHTSA has received 318 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Ford Taurus. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Ford Taurus vehicles.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-10
- VIN: 1FAFP53U96A
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Intermittent accelerator sticking. After lifting foot from accelerator to prepare for braking/stopping the car continues to accelerate. Safety is at risk in traffic and intersections. There is online documentation related to previous NHTSA investigations. Ford and the local dealership has stated that there is not a defined recall. Although there may not be a “recall” this is certainly a safety problem!!
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-08
- VIN: 1FAFP56U96A
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to make a left turn, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power before stalling. The vehicle continued to roll forward before the driver was able to bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality; however, the contact stated that failure reoccurred three additional times. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the braking system. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 165,000.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-10
- VIN: 1FAFP53U86A
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Vehicle is now on 2nd transmission the original transmission failed around 60000 miles Ford originally put a brand new transmission in it for previous owner documentation was provided when we purchased the vehicle since move unknown where it's at now but this transmission has only 67000 miles on it experiencing same problems sometimes it will slip between 2nd and 3rd year other times it will slip between 1st and 2nd year sometimes they won't let it go over drive other times he gets stuck In overdrive no rhyme no reason for why it does what it does it just seems to do what it wants when it was but it really sucks when you're on the highway driving 75 mile an hour and decided to come out of overdrive and get stuck in 2nd gear so you have to slow down in front of everybody and it kind of forces you to do so that could easily get someone killed Going from 75 mile an hour to stuck in 2nd year limited speed very quickly with no brake lights Original transmission apparently has something to do with the torque converter or non hearted metals I'm not exactly sure because we were not in possession of owning the vehicle when it was replaced
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-05
- VIN: 1FAFP53U66A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: Throttle stuck and vehicle accelerated out of control. Had to brake hard and turn off engine to prevent crash. Speed Control Cable disconnected from cruise control. It has been repaired since the incident. Yes, was reproduced by the tow truck driver as well as at a service center. No warnings, only high engine revving noise as it happened, high RPMs and high speed noticeable on dashboard as my car's acceleration stuck. Case #FCAS37586176 reported to Ford company.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-29
- VIN: 1FAFP56U66A
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Splines on Torque converter stripped out causing vehicle to just rev up and slow down to a stop. Car never moved again, had I been going up a large hill or something this could have been VERY VERY bad, because it wasn't until I was stopped that I realized it was the transmission having problems. After a bit of research and $500 in parts. I did the work myself. I find that the material inside of the torque converter is way softer than that on the input shaft causing the torque converter to strip out? How do they not have to fix that? This has been going on for over a decade! Why does someone have to die before they are responsible for something they know has a problem!
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-24
- VIN: 1FAFP56U06A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle failed to slow down as needed while depressing the brake to make a left turn. The contact stopped the vehicle and shifted the gear shifter to park; however, while parked the RPM rose to 5,000 RPM. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,530.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-25
- VIN: 1FAFP53UX6A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: Car engine accelerate on own. Tac meter shows over 3,000 RPM when I put it in neutral. I have to tap the accelerator and it goes back to normal. This happens about once a week now. I was slowing down for a stoplight and it happened. Brakes were not enough. Almost hit a car. Only by throwing into neutral allowed me to gain control and stop. My mechanic couldn’t find anything. I cannot allow anyone else to drive this as I am the only one familiar to handle it. I’ll probably sell it on a trade. I’ve read dozens of reports of this but no recall. I am surprised. If I get into an accident I have a lawyer handle it Here are others https://www.carproblemzoo.com/ford/taurus/cruise-control-problems.php
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-16
- Number Of Deaths: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FAHP53U86A
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Fatal accident involving the Death of a loved one
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-12
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1fafp53u56a
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I was in an accident on Nov12,2021 and the air bag did not deploy. My front end was completely damaged.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-12
- VIN: 1FAFP56U76A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE THROTTLE STICKS OPEN AND THE ENGINE REVS HIGH MAKING IT HARD TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP. THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE IS HOLDING THE THROTTLE OPEN BECAUSE OF A FAULTY ATTACHMENT TO THE THROTTLE CONTROL. THIS IS A KNOWN AND WIDE PROBLEM. PEOPLE ARE BANDAGING THE PROBLEM WITH BACK YARD FIXES THAT CAN CAUSE ACCIDENTS. NOT FIRST TIME.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-14
- VIN: 1FAFP53UX6A
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS
- Summary: PERIODICALLY THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF LIGHT COMES ON. ALSO, PASSENGER SIDE DOOR AJAR ON DASHBOARD ON ALL THE TIME WHICH MAKES DOME LIGHT STAY ON AND DRAIN BATTERY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-02
- VIN: 1FAFP53U36A
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: PROBLEM WITH WINDOWS GOING BACK UP I REPLACED THE MAIN SWITCH FOR ALL WINDOWS BUT STILL DID NOT WORK TOOK AGAIN TO ELECTRICIAN AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE MAIN FUSE BOX UNDER DRIVERS SEAT THAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED .
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-12
- VIN: 1FAFP56UX6A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: VEHICLE QUICKLY ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN WHEN OPERATING WHILE IN MOTION
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-14
- VIN: 1FAFP56U26A
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: IN COLD WEATHER THE DOOR LATCHES FREEZE AND WILL NOT LATCH THIS IS THE SECOND 2006 FORD TAURUS I HAVE OWNED THAT HAS DONE THIS. HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES ATLEAST 20
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-14
- VIN: 1FAFP5:UO6A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: VEHICLE ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS IT INCREASES TO 40-60 MPH HIGH RPM IN NEUTRAL OR PARK WHILE DRIVING IT INCREASES SPEED ON ITS OWN. NEARLY REAR ENDED ANOTHER CAR AT LIGHT TODAY AS I TOOK FOOT OFF BRAKE IT JUMPED TO 20 MPH CAR HAS 68,000 MILES WELL MAINTAINED
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-22
- VIN: 1FAFP53U66A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING OVER 45MPH THE ACCELERATOR STICKS. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES . IT ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN WHILE I WAS TRYING TO PARK AT WORK.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-18
- VIN: 2006 FORD T
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING ON A 2-LANE HIGHWAY WITH A RELATIVELY STEEP DOWNHILL GRADE. I NOTICED THAT THE CAR WAS ACCELERATING EVEN THOUGH I WAS NOT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR. I THOUGHT AT FIRST THAT IT WAS JUST ACCELERATION DUE TO GRAVITY, BUT I QUICKLY REALIZED THAT THE THROTTLE MUST BE OPEN SINCE I WAS QUICKLY ACCELERATING TO SPEEDS ABOVE 65MPH, AND THE BRAKES WERE NOT AS EFFECTIVE AS THEY WOULD HAVE BEEN IF THE ACCELERATION WERE DUE ONLY TO THE HILL. I SAW A PLACE UP AHEAD TO PULL OVER, BUT I HAD TO PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL VERY HARD IN ORDER TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP. I PUT THE CAR IN PARK VERY QUICKLY AND TURNED IT OFF SINCE THE ENGINE WAS RACING. THERE WAS A GREAT DEAL OF SMOKE COMING FROM MY FRONT BRAKES, WHICH WAS VERY DISCONCERTING. I LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE HAD COME UNFASTENED AND HAD CAUSED THE THROTTLE TO STICK OPEN. THIS SEEMS VERY DANGEROUS AND I FEEL FORTUNATE THAT THIS DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-01
- VIN: 1FAFP53U96A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD TAURUS. WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT DISCONNECTED THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND DEALER STATED COTACT WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR IT BECAUSE IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO NHTSA. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,000. *TT
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-03
- VIN: 1FAFP53U36A
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE CAR THE THROTTLE CABLE GOT STUCK WITH THE CRUISE CABLE AND THE RPM RAISED TO 5000 AND DOESN'T COME DOWN. I SWITCHED THE GEARS BACK TO 1ST AND BROUGHT IT TO SLOW DOWN. LUCKILY THERE WERE NOT MUCH TRAFFIC OTHERWISE THIS COULD HAVE CAUSED A VERY BAD ACCIDENT. I REPORTED THIS ISSUE TO FORD AND THEY INITIALLY DIDN'T TAKE IT SERIOUS. BUT AFTER I PUT IN WRITING TO BOB ALLEN FORD IN OVERLAND PARK THEY MENTIONED THAT A SERVICE MANAGER WILL CALL TO DISCUSS THIS ISSUE FURTHER. I ASKED THEM IF THERE ARE ANY RECALLS AND THEY ASKED FOR THE VIN NUMBER AND THEY SAID THERE ARE NONE. HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/WATCH?V=Z1U1FGABDW4
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-06-01
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD TAURUS EQUIPPED WITH HANKOOK OPTIMO H727 TIRES, SIZE: 215/60R16 (NA). WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEEL BELTS PUNCTURED THE SIDE OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S TIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRILL SHOCK TOWER MOUNT WAS MISALIGNED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE MADE A HOWLING SOUND WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE TIRE WAS REPLACED ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION. BALISE MOTOR SALES IN SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE SHOCK TOWER MOUNT NEEDED TO BE DRILLED IN ORDER TO PERFORM A FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO PREVENT PREMATURE WEAR OF THE TIRES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND RECOMMENDED THAT THE CONTACT REPLACE THE STRUTS. THE VIN AND DOT NUMBER WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 31,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-25
- VIN: 1FAHP53U46A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD TAURUS. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. ALSO, THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS PLACED IN NEUTRAL AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-17
- VIN: 1FAFP53U56A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING & THEN A COUPLE WEEKS LATER WHILE DRIVING UP A HILL THE ACCELERATOR TOOK OFF BY ITSELF LIKE THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ON, WHEN I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL THE CAR CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. IN A PANIC I SHIFTED THE CAR INTO NEUTRAL & THE ENGINE REV'D UP TO OVER 4000 RPM IT THEN QUIT ACCERATING BY ITSELF. 3 DAYS LATER IT DOES IT AGAIN, ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN WITH MY FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. LUCKILY FOR ME THERE WAS NO CAR IN FRONT OF ME. DOES SOMEONE HAVE TO DIE IN ORDER FOR A RECALL TO BE ORDERED?????
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-15
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FAFP53U76A
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: FORD MOTOR COMPANY SOLD MY VEHICLE WITH A LIFE-THREATENING DESIGN DEFECT IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM. THIS DESIGN DEFECT COMPRISES A PLASTIC COVER OVER THE STAINLESS STEEL HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINES WHERE THOSE LINES PASS FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR TO ITS REAR BENEATH THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE OSTENSIBLE PURPOSE OF THE PLASTIC COVER IS UNKNOWN TO ME, BUT ITS ACTUAL FUNCTION IS TWOFOLD. FIRST, IT TRAPS MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT TO CAUSE RAPID CORROSION OF THE STAINLESS STEEL BRAKE LINES, WHICH CORROSION EVENTUALLY CAUSES THE LINES TO RUST COMPLETELY THROUGH, CAUSING ONE OR BOTH LINES TO BURST UPON APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES, RESULTING IN SUDDEN AND COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. SECOND, THE PLASTIC COVER HIDES THAT CORROSION FROM VIEW SO THAT CAREFUL VISUAL INSPECTION DOES NOT REVEAL THE CORROSION PROBLEM. ACCORDING TO THE KNOWLEDGEABLE MECHANIC WHO REPAIRED MY BRAKES AND WHO HAS EXPERIENCE WITH THIS PROBLEM, THE DESIGN DEFECT APPLIES TO BOTH FORD TAURUS AND FORD FOCUS MODELS. THAT MECHANIC HAS IN THE PAST URGED FORD TO RECALL THESE CARS BUT FORD HAS TO DATE REFUSED TO DO SO. PRESUMABLY THE DESIGN DEFECT OCCURS ALSO IN THE MERCURY SABLE WHICH IS MERCURY'S TWIN TO THE FORD TAURUS. THIS DESIGN DEFECT CAUSE MY BRAKES TO FAIL SUDDENLY AND COMPLETELY, CAUSING ME TO HIT ANOTHER CAR. FORTUNATELY THE DAMAGE RESULTED IN NO PERSONAL INJURIES, BUT IT CAUSE THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS IN DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND PRESUMABLY COMPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE OTHER CAR. BUT IF THE BRAKE FAILURE HAD OCCURRED AS I WAS APPROACHING A STOP SIGN OR STOP LIGHT, OR IF I HAD BEEN BRAKING FOR A PEDESTRIAN, IT COULD HAVE RESULTED IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. I AM ATTACHING THREE PHOTO FILES, ONE TAKEN AT THE REPAIR SHOP WHERE I HAD THE BRAKE REPAIR DONE, THE SECOND A MARKED-UP COPY OF THE SAME PHOTO, THE THIRD A ZOOMED-IN PORTION OF THE FIRST PHOTO SHOWING THE SITE OF THE BRAKE LINE RUPTURE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-14
- VIN: 1FAFP56U26A
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: 2/15/17- WHILE COASTING UP-HILL WITH FOOT NOT ON THE GAS, CAR ACCELERATED TO OVER 4,000 RPM ALL BY ITSELF, BRAKING WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT. I PARKED, TURNED CAR OFF, TURNED IT BACK ON AND EVEN WHILE PARKED IT REVVED BACK UP TO OVER 4,000 RPM. TOOK IT TO FIRESTONE ON 2/16/17- THEY REPLACED THE IAC (IDLE AIR CONTROL) VALVE. 3/3/17- WHILE IDLING AT RED LIGHT WITH FOOT NOT ON THE GAS, CAR ACCELERATED/ REVVED UP TO OVER 4,000 RPM ALL BY ITSELF. HAD TO PRESS ON BRAKE VERY HARD AND TURN CAR OFF. TURNED IT BACK ON AND IT WAS NO LONGER ACCELERATING. 3/4/14 TOOK IT TO A DIFFERENT FIRESTONE. THEY ADJUSTED CRUISE CONTROL CABLE. 9/3/17- WHILE IDLING ON A BRIDGE WITH FOOT NOT ON THE GAS, CAR ACCELERATED/ REVVED UP TO OVER 3,000 RPM ALL BY ITSELF. BRAKING WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT AND HAD TO TURN CAR OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. TURNED IT BACK ON AND IT WAS NO LONGER ACCELERATING BY ITSELF. 9/4/17 TOOK IT TO FIRESTONE. THEY ORDERED A NEW IAC VALVE AND REPLACED IT ON 9/7/17. 10/14/17- WHILE IDLING IN TRAFFIC WITH FOOT VERY LIGHT ON BRAKE, CAR ACCELERATED/ REVVED UP TO OVER 4,000 RPM ALL BY ITSELF. HAD TO QUICKLY TURN CAR OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC TO STOP IT. TURNED CAR BACK ON AND IT WAS NO LONGER ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN. THE CONSUMER STATED ANOTHER FAILURE OCCURRED ON 10/28/2017*JS
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-22
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: AROUND 6PM I WAS DRIVING DOWN A RESIDENTIAL STREET (25 MILES SPEED), IN MOTION, ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR JUST TURNED OFF. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO STEER TO THE SHOULDER. I NOTICED ALL DASHBOARD LIGHTS ON, MY GAS PEDAL WAS NOT WORKING, BUT THE A/C WAS STILL WORKING AND THE RADIO. SO I KNOW IT WASNT MY 1 YEAR OLD BATTERY. I WAITED FOR 30 SECONDS AND TURNED THE KEY AND IT RESTARTED AGAIN. MY FIANCE, OUR 4 CHILDREN AND I WERE IN THE CAR AT THE TIME. 70% OF MY DRIVING IS FREEWAY..THIS IS OUR ONLY CAR AND IM DEATHLY AFRAID OF THIS HAPPENING WHILE IM ON FREEWAY. I BELIEVE THE ENGINE IS FAULTY ON THIS YEAR/MODEL/MAKE.
2006 Ford Taurus recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2006 Ford Taurus.
- Manufacturer: Robert Bosch LLC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
- Summary: Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, 1995-1999 Ford Taurus SHO, 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, and 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII vehicles. The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.
- Consequence: A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT FOR ONE SPECIFIC FLEET CUSTOMER WERE MODIFIED FOR OPTIONAL HANDS-FREE CELLULAR PHONE OPERATING CAPABILITY. TO PROVIDE THIS FUNCTIONALITY, A SPECIAL OVERLAY WIRE HARNESS WAS INSTALLED THAT INADVERTENTLY DID NOT INCLUDE THE CIRCUITS FOR PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION INDICATOR (PADI) LAMP FUNCTION. AS A RESULT, THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.'
- Consequence: THE PADI LAMP WILL FAIL TO ILLUMINATE AND THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP IN THE CLUSTER WILL STAY ILLUMINATED.
- Remedy: THE FLEET CUSTOMER WAS NOTIFIED AND ALL VEHICLES HAVE BEEN REPAIRED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 28, 2006.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, PASSENGER CARS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE BEING APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.
- Consequence: AFTER A PERIOD OF CONTINUOUS USE ON THE HIGH SPEED SETTING, LACK OF GREASE ON THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR MAY CAUSE THE GEAR TO DISTORT OR FRACTURE DURING OPERATION RESULTING IN A LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION. INOPERATIVE WIPERS UNDER INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE A CRASH DUE TO IMPAIRED VISIBILITY.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIPER MOTOR FOR THE PRESENCE OF GREASE AND GREASE THE WIPER MOTOR GEARS IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673 OR LINCOLN/MERCURY AT 1-800-521-4140.
Negative 2006 Ford Taurus car reviews
Positive 2006 Ford Taurus car reviews
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I love my Taurus! It has plenty of trunk space for my large wheelchair and a cooler. Plus, it's so much fun to drive!
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to say that I'm so glad to hear that you love your Taurus! It sounds like it's the perfect car for you and your family. I'm especially happy to hear that the lumbar support is helping with your back. Thanks for sharing your positive experience!
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Great car for the money! It's fuel-efficient and has plenty of room inside, including the trunk. The only downside is that the road noise can be a bit loud, but the radio works well!
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I purchased my Ford Taurus brand new, and it has been a reliable vehicle for me. However, I have recently experienced some issues with the transmission slipping, difficulty stopping, and problems with the air conditioning and blower. While these issues are frustrating, I am confident that they can be resolved with the right expertise and attention. Overall, I remain satisfied with my purchase and look forward to resolving these issues soon.
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What a great find! We recently purchased a 2006 SEL with all the bells and whistles - leather seats, sun roof, alloy wheels, ABS, and more - and we couldn't be happier with our choice. The car is incredibly spacious and the leather seats are so comfortable. Our friends have even commented on how smooth the ride is! The acceleration and power are more than adequate for most drivers, and we've been averaging 25mpg with a mix of highway and city driving. On a recent long highway trip, we even averaged 31 mpg - amazing! If you're in the market for a full-sized sedan, you owe it to yourself to check out the Taurus. And the best part? Ford is keeping the Taurus name!
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2006 Ford Taurus Problems | Kelley Blue Book
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Laron Strosin 2024-11-11
I purchased the car used with 26,000 miles on it. Unfortunately, I have been experiencing some issues with the ride quality. Even small bumps cause everything to shake and rattle, which is quite disappointing. Additionally, the road noise is unbearable, especially the wind noise, despite the dealer's attempts to fix it. I have also noticed poor attention to body part alignment. Whenever it rains, the passenger floorboard gets wet, and I can't seem to locate the source of the moisture entry. In comparison to my 2000 Impala, which has over 121,000 miles on it, the Taurus falls short. I have had several good Ford cars in the past, including an '86 Sable, so it's unfortunate that the Taurus has gone downhill. If you're looking for a better buy, I would recommend the Impala, which has a great ride, is quiet, and has great mileage.
Joany Bradtke 2024-08-04
My 2001 Taurus SE was an excellent car in every way. Although the 2006 model I purchased seems to have been hastily put together. The body parts such as the quarter panels, doors, and hood do not match, leaving gaps and misaligned body parts. The interior is made of cheap, inferior materials, which is a shame. However, the fuel economy is excellent, and the handling and general reliability are superb. It's a fun car to drive, as long as I ignore the substandard construction. Overall, it's still a good value for the money.
Jessy Rippin 2024-07-13
My son got this car as his first vehicle in September 2015. It was previously owned by a single middle-aged woman who took great care of it. She put about 70,000 miles on it over the course of 10 years. The car came with records, including a semi-recent exhaust overhaul and a new alternator. The oil changes were done on time by a reputable mechanic in the area. If anything seemed like it was going wrong, she had it replaced immediately. It was a great deal on a car that wasn't too old and had low mileage. However, in February 2016, the car started having issues. In one month, I had to have it towed two hours from home and replace the intake manifold, catalytic converter, and alternator, all within a 50-mile radius. It was a costly experience, and my savings account was depleted rapidly. Despite its flaws, the car has a certain charm to it. It may not have all the modern updates, but it was a good price and my son is happy with it.It's great to hear that you had a 1993 Taurus when your son was born in 1997! It's surprising that such a popular car got left so far behind. Although there's not much difference between the 1993 and the 2006 models, it's still a reliable car with a familiar interior. It's a shame that the iconic brand has gone stale. I hope the car remains stable after the issues last month. However, it seems like there's a light on the dash for the airbag, which can be taken care of later when the car needs to be inspected. Your kid can save a little more money from his after-school gig at a pizzeria. Also, he can pay you back the $1400 he owes you first (he had $600 available initially).
Malachi Lesch 2024-04-17
I bought my Ford Taurus used with only 40,000 miles on it. Now, with 74,000 miles on it, it is still running strong with no problems, just natural wear and tear on the brake pads and rotors. I drive it daily and it handles very well on the freeway! It handles poorly in the snow, but other than that, I have no issues with my transmission failing and have had it regularly serviced every 3,000 miles. It's a great car!
Justen Lind 2024-02-28
The car's suspension could be improved and the seats are not very comfortable.