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Common 2008 Ford Taurus problems
The 2008 Ford Taurus has generated 172 complaints with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, with the majority of these concerns related to powertrain and steering issues.
Powertrain complaints account for 43 of the total complaints, with drivers reporting transmission fluid leaks and jerking when shifting into park. This can be attributed to the transmission's design, which may not handle the stress of frequent shifting or heavy loads. The 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a 3.5L Cyclone V6 engine, which is known for its reliability; however, the transmission may not be as durable.
Steering complaints are the second most common issue, with 35 reports of problems related to the rack and pinion system. Drivers have reported the steering wheel separating from the shaft, with repairs costing around $1,000 and failure mileage as low as 31,000 miles. This issue can be attributed to the design and manufacturing of the steering system, which may not be robust enough to handle the stress of everyday driving.
Electrical complaints are less common but still significant, with 11 reports of the car losing power while in motion. This can be a serious safety issue, as it may leave the driver without power steering or brakes. The cause of these electrical issues is not explicitly stated in the search results, but they may be related to the wiring or electrical components within the vehicle.
Additionally, Consumer Reports lists several owner-reported trouble spots for the 2008 Ford Taurus, including the climate system, brakes, steering and suspension, transmission, paint and trim, exhaust, electrical accessories, and engine.
In summary, the 2008 Ford Taurus has several common problems related to the powertrain, steering, and electrical systems. These issues can lead to inconvenient and potentially dangerous situations for the driver. It is essential for owners of this vehicle to be aware of these common problems and address them promptly to ensure the safety and longevity of their vehicle.
Is a 2008 Ford Taurus a good car?
The Ford Taurus has been a popular model for many years, and the 2008 model is generally considered to be a reliable car. Like any car, there may be some issues that can arise, but with proper maintenance and care, the 2008 Ford Taurus can be a dependable car.
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.
How many miles does a 2008 Ford Taurus last?
A 2008 Ford Taurus is likely to last around 250,000 miles before the more expensive repairs pile up. The 2008 Taurus packs a 3.5L Cyclone V6 engine, which has a reputation for being among the most reliable six-cylinders ever created.
Is the Ford Taurus a good car?
The Ford Taurus Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 6th out of 12 for fullsize cars.
2008 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:
- Power train problems
- Steering problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Ford Taurus vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Ford Taurus
The NHTSA has received 174 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Ford Taurus. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Ford Taurus vehicles.
AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-09
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FAHP25W28G
- Components: AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: My son was in an accident to where the whole front end was smashed and neither airbag deployed
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-29
- VIN: 1FAHP24W48G
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a turn, the vehicle became inoperable. The contact shifted into park and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated while reversing, she heard an abnormal sound. The check engine and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle had been diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that the failure was due to the power train not being connected to the solenoids. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,367.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-13
- VIN: 1FAHP28W18G
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for an inspection, the dealer advised him to stop driving the vehicle due to corrosion of the subframe, caliper, steering arm, brakes, and a hole in the catalytic converter. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-06
- VIN: 1FAHP24W58G
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled however, she was able to pull over and stop the vehicle. The contact stated that she noticed that the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the engine temperature gauge was indicating that the engine was overheating. The contact observed that white smoke was coming out from under the hood. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle and had the vehicle towed to her residence. An independent mechanic went to the residence to diagnose the vehicle. The independent mechanic determined that the head gasket had blown and the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-11
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FAHP28W98G
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: only regular maintenence < drove to desination and parked car and car set on fire , at first it was smoking so we called the fire department and by the time they got there the flames were 10 ft high and the whole front was burnt and melted my car ia junk now , before this all gauges worked jst fine and nothing un-ordinary stuff going on
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-06
- VIN: 1FAHP28W68G
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the subframe was completely rusted through. The vehicle was towed and diagnosed but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-02
- VIN: 1FAHP25W38G
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SWAYED. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-16
- VIN: 1FAHP25W28G
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THIS HAS HAPPENED ABOUT 3 TIMES IN THE LAST 2 YRS BUT WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT MY CAR SUDDENLY WENT FORWARD. IT DIDN'T GO.TO FAR. MAYBE A FT OR 2 BUT WAS ENOUGH TO SCARE ME. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. IT WILL ALSO GET STUCK IN GEARS AND LOSE POWER ON THE ROAD. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AS OF NOW. ONE LIGHT DID COME ON TODAY WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT AND WITHOUT NOTICE MY CAR WOULD NOT GO. IT WAS THE POWER THROTTLE/TRANSMISSION LIGHT. I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND THEN BACK ON AND IT DROVE FINE ALL THE WAY HOME. IT DID JERK ONCE. THE GEAR SHIFTING AND LOSS OF POWER HAPPENS WHEN I AM DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-13
- VIN: 1FAHP24W58G
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE CAR LOOSES POWER. THE RPM GO UP BUT SPEEDOMETER DOESN'T MOVE. DASH SHOWS DASHES. WHEN YOU STOP AND CUT THE CAR OFF AND TURN IT BACK ON IT SLAMS INTO GEAR. AFTER WAITING A FEW MINUTES THE CAR DRIVES FINE
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-12
- VIN: 1FAHP254186
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WITH A TRUCK CLOSE BEHIND, WHEN IT JUST DIED. I HAD NO POWER STEERING, BRAKES, ETC. I WAS SCARED TO DEATH THINKING I WAS GOING TO BE HIT BY THE TRUCK BEHIND ME. I WAS IN A CURVE, AND THANKFULLY THERE WAS A STORE. IT TOOK ALL MY STRENGTH TO TURN THE CAR IN, AND SOMEHOW I WAS ABLE TO COME TO A STOP. I HAD NO WARNING, NO LIGHT CAME ON AND MY SON CAME TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG. HE SAID IT WAS OVERHEATING. WE HAD IT TOWED HOME AND WHEN HE CHECKED IT THE OIL WAS CREAMY , WHITISH. HE HAD NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT. WE RESEARCHED IT, AND FOUND NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE CYCLONE ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO THE WATER PUMP FAILING, WHICH IS INSIDE THE ENGINE ALONG WITH THE TIMING CHAIN!!! I WAS SHOCKED! WATER PUMPS GO BAD, EVERYONE KNOWS THAT. WHY WOULD ANY COMPANY PUT A WATER PUMP INSIDE THE MOTOR?!?! I NEVER WOULD HAVE BOUGHT IT IF I HAD KNOWN BECAUSE IT IS JUST WRONG. THEN I FOUND OUT FORD HAD BEEN USING THAT ENGINE FOR OVER 10 YEARS, EVEN WITH ALL THE COMPLAINTS AND I WONDER HOW MANY ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES AND DEATHS HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY THIS. I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED!!!! WHY IS THERE NO RECALL? I CAN'T AFFORD TO HAVE A NEW ENGINE PUT IN, I'M 63 AND DISABLED. I DON'T KNOW WHAT I AM GOING TO DO. WITH ALL THE CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURES DUE TO THIS, I AM SHOCKED THAT FORD HAS NOT HELPED US OUT. THEY MUST HAVE A LOT OF LAWSUITS. PLEASE HELP IF YOU CAN, I AM SICK ABOUT IT.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-01
- VIN: 1FAHP24W18G
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I DON'T KNOW THE KEYLESS ENTRY CODE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-12
- VIN: 1FAHP24W68G
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE CAR LOOSES POWER. THE RPM GO UP BUT SPEEDOMETER DOESN'T MOVE. DASH SHOWS DASHES. WHEN YOU STOP AND CUT THE CAR OFF AND TURN IT BACK ON IT SLAMS INTO GEAR. AFTER WAITING A FEW MINUTES THE CAR DRIVES FINE. *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-02
- VIN: 1FAHP25W18G
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: 2008 TAURUS, BOUGHT NEW 11/7/7, 33 MILES. 11/12/13 REPAIR ' 31,682 MILES ' RACK AND PINION STEERING STARTED TO FAIL WHILE DRIVING. REPLACED FOR $889.82, NOT UNDER WARRANTY; FORD COVERED NONE OF THE COST. 1/2/20 REPAIR ' 65,691 MILES ' RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED AGAIN IMMEDIATELY AFTER A 30-MILE DRIVE. REPLACED FOR $954.87 PLUS TAX. FORD COVERED NONE OF THE COST.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-17
- VIN: 1FAHP27W78G
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: ON 5/20/19 I FILLED UP MY FUEL TANK AND WHEN I RETURNED HOME I SMELLED GASOLINE. I LOOKED UNDER THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK ON TO THE GROUND. I IMMEDIATELY PUT DOWN ABSORBENT, PARKED THE VEHICLE ON A FLAT SURFACE OF MY DRIVEWAY AND PLACED A LARGE CATCH PAN UNDER THE VEHICLE WHERE THE FUEL WAS LEAKING. THE VEHICLE HAD PASSED EMISSIONS ABOUT 2 OR 3 MONTHS PRIOR THAT INCLUDES A TEST ON THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE AMOUNT THAT LEAKED OUT WAS APPROXIMATELY ONE HALF OF A LITER IN TOTAL THEN STOPPED. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS EVER COME ON AND THE FUEL LEAK ONLY HAPPENS WHEN I FILL THE TANK UNTIL THE GAS PUMP STOPS, I HAVEN'T FILLED THE TANK FULL AGAIN UNTIL YESTERDAY 9/17/19 WHEN I FILLED THE TANK FULL. AFTER THE FIRST LEAK WAS NOTICED I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC THAT PUT THE CAR ON A LIFT AND DROPPED THE FUEL TANK PRESSURIZED IT AND COULD NOT FIND OUT WHERE THE FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM. HE INSTALLED A NEW SENDING UNIT AND FUEL PUMP GASKETS AND REINSTALLED THE FUEL TANK, FILLED THE TANK FULL AND NO LEAK WAS NOTICED. TO BE SAFE AND EASE MY MIND I DIDN'T FILL THE TANK FULL UNTIL YESTERDAY 9/17/19 WHEN I NOTED THE LEAK AGAIN. THE MECHANIC SAID HE DIDN'T NOTICE ANY PREMATURE WEAR ON THE FUEL TANK OR ANY OF THE COMPONENTS WHEN I BROUGHT IT TO HIM. I SPOKE TO ANOTHER MECHANIC TODAY AND HE SAID IT COULD POSSIBLY BE A FAULTY EMISSIONS VALVE THAT IS LOCATED ON TOP OF THE TANK. I HAVE AN APPOINTMENT ON 9/20/19 TO HAVE THE VEHICLE CHECKED OUT AGAIN. I AM CHECKING HERE TO SEE IF OTHERS HAVE HAD THE SAME ISSUE AND IF A RECALL WAS EVER AVAILABLE AND IF NOT TOO ADD THIS TO COMPLAINTS.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-26
- VIN: 1FAHP24W68G
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING ON MAIN ROAD MITCHELL ST. IN DOWNTOWN CADILLAC, THE AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHED AND STARTED ON SINCE. A FEW NIGHTS AFTER, WHEN STARTING THE CAR, IT WOULD NOT COME ON UNTIL MINUTES AFTER THE CAR STARTED. NOW, IT WILL STAY LIGHT FROM WHEN THE CAR IS RUNNING G UNTIL SHUT OFF.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-04
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FAHP24W48G
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY 79 YEAR OLD FATHER-IN-LAW WAS IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT YESTERDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2019. HE WAS AT A STOP SIGN IN THE CITY OF PORTSMOUTH OHIO. UPON TAKING OFF FROM A STOP HE WAS HIT NOT BY ONE CAR BUT TWO CARS. MY FATHER IN LAW HAS HAD THIS CAR SINCE 2009 AND THEY HAVE ALWAYS TAKEN CARE OF IT. THEY ONLY HAVE THIS CAR. ANYWAY WHEN HE HIT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, NONE. HE HIT THE STEERING WHEEL SO HARD THAT WE THOUGHT HE WAS HAVING A HEART ATTACK.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-26
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FAHP25W58G
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND STRUCK A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF IT AT 20 MPH AND NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-10
- VIN: 1FAHP25W78G
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I CHECK YEARLY FOR RECALLS ON ALL MY VEHICLES. IN 2016 I FOUND A RECALL ON THE DRIVER FRONTAL AIR BAG. I NOTIFIED GUSTAFSON FORD IN KEWANEE IL 61443 WHERE I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE . I PULLED UP THE RECALL ON MY PHONE AND SHOWED THEM THE RECALL. THEY TOLD ME THEY HAVEN'T RECEIVED ANYTHING FROM FORD REGARDING THIS SO UNTIL THEY DO THEY CAN NOT FIX IT. EVEN THOUGH CAN SEE FORD CLEARLY STATES A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE. AT THAT TIME MY CAR WAS 8/9YRS OLD. I'VE ASKED THEM A FEW TIMES SINCE THEN AND GOT THE SAME ANSWER FROM THEM NOW 2019 AND STILL THE RECALL I BROUGHT TO THEIR ATTENTION IIN 2016 IS STILL NOT FIXED.I ALSO DID NOT RECEIVE A LETTER FROM FORD INFORMING ME OF THE RECALL. WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO GET THIS FIXED ? I TRAVEL FOR MY JOB THROUGH OUT ILLINOIS AND IOWA A MINIMUM OF 800 MLS PER MONTH . WAS THE RECALL SENT TO GUSTAFSON FORD KEWANEE IL 61443? IF SO WHY DID THEY TELL ME THEY DON'T HAVE IT AND NOTHING CAN BE DONE UNTIL FORD SENDS THEM THIS NOTICE? PLEASE HELP!! THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE THAT NO ONE WANTS TO FIX. IF I'M HIT DRIVING 75MPH ON THE INTERSTATE I COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR EVEN KILLED ! THEN WHO WOULD TAKE CARE OF MY 3 CHILDREN AND 77YR OLD GRANDMOTHER? IT'S RIDICULOUS THAT THIS WAS BROUGHT TO GUSTAFSON FORD ATTENTION IN 2016 AND NOW 2019 STILL THE DEFECTIVE AIRBAG IS STILL IN MY CAR. PLEASE TELL ME WHAT I NEED TO DO TO FIX THIS RECALL. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).' *PM
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-11
- VIN: 1FAHP24W18G
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TRANSMISSION CLUNKS INTO EACH GEAR WHEN DRIVING SLOW. WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED TO MOVE SHIFTER FROM PARK, THERE IS AN ALARM THAT IS FAIRLY LOUD COMING FROM THE DASH. THE BRAKES SEEM TO WORK WELL AND I HAVE MAINTAINED MY OWN VEHICLES, SO THERE IS NO REASON THIS SHOULD BE WRONG WITH THE CAR. IT HAS VERY LOW MILES FOR THE YEAR AND HAS MOSTLY HIGHWAY DRIVING. IT HAS BEEN THIS WAY FOR MONTHS, GETTING PROGRESSIVELY WORSE.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-23
- VIN: 1FAHP24W58G
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: ENGINE CRADLE ROTTING, MECHANICS SAID IT'S A COMMON PROBLEM FOR THE MAKE AND MODEL
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-27
- VIN: 1FAHP24W78G
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: APPROXIMATELY 3 MINUTES AFTER TURNING ON THE NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM THE SEATBELT BEGAN TO TIGHTEN ON MY SON, THE DRIVER OF THE CAR. HE PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE AND TRIED TO LOOSEN THE SEATBELT BUT WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL; THE CAR TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED TO TRY AND RESET THE SEATBELT BUT ALL ATTEMPTS FAILED. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT WAS PERMANENTLY LOCKED.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-05
- VIN: 1FMDKO2W48G
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY MY CAR STARTED TO IDLE HIGH AND SPEED GAINED WITHOUT ME DOING IT. I TRIED TO PUSH ON THE BRAKE TO SLOW CAR DOWN BUT BRAKE WOULD NOT WORK, I GOT OFF FREEWAY AND PUSHING AS HARD AS I COULD ON THE BRAKE THE CAR SLOWED SOMEWHAT., THERE WAS A HILL WHICH CAUSED ME TO AGAIN GAIN SPEED AND I PUT CAR IN PARK AND TO STOPPED. I TOWED TO AUTO REPAIR AND WHEN COMPUTER TEST WAS RAN NO CODES CAME UP.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-01
- VIN: 1FAHP25W78G
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD TAURUS. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE STEERING SHAFT WITHOUT WARNING. RON LEWIS FORD BEAVER FALLS (201 7TH AVE, BEAVER FALLS, PA 15010, (724) 843-1000) WAS NOTIFIED AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 108,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FMDK06W38G
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CAR ACCIDENT AND BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-14
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FAHP24W88G
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY 316 IN MY 2008 FORD TAURUS SEL AND I REAR ENDED A LARGE TRUCK AT A RED LIGHT. I WAS MOVING ABOUT 35-40 MPH. MY FRONT BUMPER AND HOOD WERE TORN APART VERY BADLY. BUT MY DRIVERS AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. THIS MADE THE WHIPLASH ON MY NECK AND HEAD WAY WORSE THAN IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN.
2008 Ford Taurus recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2008 Ford Taurus.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C06.
Negative 2008 Ford Taurus car reviews
Positive 2008 Ford Taurus car reviews
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I have been a loyal Honda owner my entire life, so stepping outside of that field was a huge challenge for me. However, I am pleased to say that I am extremely satisfied with my decision! My wife's 2000 Honda Odyssey finally gave out, and I wanted to move her into a smaller vehicle, specifically an Accord. Unfortunately, we had no Accords that fit our budget at the time, and I was not comfortable putting her in a Hyundai or Toyota. The 2008 Ford Taurus Limited was my only other option, and what a pleasant surprise it turned out to be! We absolutely love the performance and ride quality. The only things we wish it had were Bluetooth and a sunroof. Overall, it's a fantastic car!
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to let you know that I noticed your rear brakes needed replacement at 40,000 miles, while the front ones lasted until 60,000 miles. Recently, at 89,000 miles, I smelt burning oil while driving and found out that the rear differential seal was gone. It was a bit of a hassle, as it took 2 days to fix, and there was also a minor engine oil leak. However, overall, I still think it's a good car!
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I bought this car a year ago and have driven it for 22,000 miles since then. I must say, it has been an amazing experience. The car is quite large, but the ride and handling are better than what I expected from a car of this class. Although it's not a speed demon, the acceleration is very good and the ride is smooth. The car is also very comfortable, quiet and rides well. I was considering the Avalon, but I wanted a large car with AWD and back up sensors. The safety factor, visibility, and the fact that the ride and quietness are comparable to the Avalon won me over. The car has been very cheap to own and trouble-free. After driving German cars for the last 10 years, this has been a refreshing change. I love the bold looks, even with the over-the-top use of chrome. The mileage on the highway is very good and in the city, it's okay.
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I bought this car to give to my daughter, but I have ended up driving it the most. It's not the most sporty car to ride in, but it's comfortable, quiet, and dependable. It also gets good mileage. One of the best features is the huge trunk, and the rear and front passenger seats fold flat, which is really convenient. One time, we filled the trunk with luggage and when we arrived at our destination, we decided to treat ourselves and take a stretch limo from the airport to the hotel. However, the driver almost broke his trunk lid (and our luggage) in the process. I suggested that he trade the limo for a stretch Taurus instead.
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John Force suggested we 'Drive one.' I'm happy we did. This car is one of the most comfortable we've ever owned. It's a Limited and has everything except a sunroof, which I don't need. We purchased it as an unsold '08 in 2009 and got a fantastic deal. So far, we've driven 6,000 miles with no issues. Although my wife calls it an old man's car, she hasn't seen me nail it when I drive alone. It really moves! Passengers have complimented the car's comfort. The interior room and trunk space are fantastic. I adore the hands-free Sync phone and satellite radio. While the styling could be improved, these days... I'll never be satisfied with a look-alike car. Nevertheless, I'll purchase another one. Perhaps next time, the SHO. Take John Force's advice and 'Drive one!'
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Frederick McKenzie 2024-08-24
I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my thoughts on the car I recently purchased. It's a replacement for my 2005 500 SE with the CVT transmission. I must say, the new engine and transmission are a significant improvement for everyday driving, and the ride is much softer and quieter too. The interior is also a lot better, with richer-looking woodgrains and improved fit and finish. However, I do have a bit of disappointment with the exterior. I preferred the look of the 500, especially the rear end, which looks a bit plainer on the 08 Taurus. The 500 also had body side moldings that helped protect the sides of the car and broke up the tallness and plainness. Unfortunately, it seems like many new cars are lacking these features, which may be a way for manufacturers to save money. Lastly, I think it would be a nice touch to have a glovebox light. Thank you for taking the time to read my thoughts!
Eleazar Ankunding 2024-06-13
I recently purchased a SEL with leather and Interior Convenience Package. I have noticed that some reviews state that the MPG is 30 or higher, but at 9000 miles, the best I have achieved is 18-19 MPG in the city and 23-24 MPG on the highway at a cruise control speed of 65. Can anyone share any tips on how to improve this? While I agree that the ride on the highway is very smooth and nice, I have experienced a loud thump in the right rear and left front when driving on roads with some rather insignificant bumps in the city. Unfortunately, the dealer has informed me that this is a carryover from the 500 model design and cannot be fixed. This is very disappointing and takes away from the overall driving pleasure.
Hugh Schuppe 2024-05-10
My Ford Taurus SEL 2008 has not given me the outstanding mileage that some people claim. Despite being a conservative driver, I only get around 14 mpg in the city and around 17 mpg when driving out to Valley Stream (Nassau County) at an average speed of 55 mph. However, I must say that this car is comfortable and has great interior and trunk space. While the cabin is not always quiet, it is still a pleasant ride on pristine roadways. In areas like the Bronx where the roads are not as smooth, the cabin can be noisy and make it difficult to listen to the radio.