1993 Ford Taurus SHO review from North America
"Marginal operation and performance"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had three transmissions in this Taurus SHO, and contacted Ford Motor Co. in Detroit about this issue, and was advised I have no recourse. There is no abuse by me of this car. I am 62 years old, and am not a hot-rodder.
I was told by an AAMCO Transmission dealer that they are aware of some weaknesses in the original design of the SHO tranny. They have assured me that they have rebuilt it to new specs, newer linkages and gears, and no more problems should arise. This was nearly 25,000 miles ago, and it appears they were right.
Hope all you SHO owners know those trannys can go any time.
General comments?
If Ford Motor Co. wants to have return customers, I suggest they listen to complaints that are cumulative. I have spent some time in chat rooms, and have heard from other Ford Taurus owners who have similar problems. There may be cause for a class-action lawsuit here.
All persons interested, contact me at MLE@NWLINK.com. My name is Andy Nickols.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1993 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.2 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 26 miles |
| Most recent distance | 116000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 15th April, 2001 |