The Lemon IndexAll cars · Ford Taurus · 2004
2004 Ford Taurus. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 1
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | 18 / 25 / 20 | Regular | $3,100 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 60,000 and 130,000 miles. Median 94,000, from 315 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed control | 100,000 | 70,000–138,200 | 150 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 104,500 | 82,300–131,400 | 62 |
| Electrical | 104,000 | 50,400–139,000 | 21 |
| Engine | 106,100 | 84,100–131,700 | 22 |
| Airbags | 57,500 | 26,800–158,800 | 12 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 16% |
| Engine | 13% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 11% |
| Speed control | 10% |
| Wheels | 6% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 375 | 36 | 13 | 19 | 2 | 4 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
16E026000 Apr 2016 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Disc / Pads
Defect. 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 shi
Risk. 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.
04V330000 Jul 2004 Seats / Front Assembly / Power Adjust
Defect. CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER ADJUSTABLE SEATS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY WELDED.
Risk. THE SEAT MAY NOT PERFORM AS INTENDED DURING A CRASH WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy. DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY ON THE POWER SEATS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Stuck throttle | 2012 | 2012 |
| Closed | Engine stalling ffv | 2006 | 2007 |
Manufacturer communications 55
Ford filed 55 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Engine oil leaks from the filter area on vehicles with a 3.0l 2-valve engine
- Hesitation when accelerating or during transmission upshift
- Lower engine oil leaks 3.0l 2v vulcan engine
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| No | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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