Faults:

Transmission seized at 125,000 miles.

High beam indicator light burned out.

Door ajar light always on, so interior lights burned out.

General Comments:

Despite the problems, this is a very enjoyable car. It is very comfortable, handles well, and rides like it's floating on air.

The transmission seized because of faulty repair work. I don't know why so many people complain about having to repair these cars when they have over 100,000 miles on them-I mean, what do you expect?

As for the interior lights, again, this is just a indicator of the age of the car, and is nothing that cannot be lived with.

I fell in love with the unique styling of the Taurus, and would recommend this car to anyone for its reliability, comfort, and ease of handling.

Faults:

Had the automatic transmission rebuilt at 150000, and then at 189000.

I also had the problem with the dome light not going out because the door ajar light was lit. I sprayed the latch and it went away.

Recently the high beam indicator light let go.

The head lights glazed over, this is a problem with Fords from this time.

My drivers side seatbelt does not always retract automatically, but I can live with this.

General Comments:

I like my Taurus, and would buy another one, I find it very comfortable to drive.

Faults:

Right front wheel bearing went.

Interior lights don't go on when the door opens (usually).

Rear hatch leaks a bit.

Nothing too major besides maintenance items.

General Comments:

I like the car, and it's nice to have the extra power and decent handling. But it gets about the same mileage as my Astro (16-20 MPG), and I sold the Astro because it was so dang expensive to run.

But my wife loves it; she like the looks and comfort, and doesn't feel the "minivan stigma".

The only things I don't like about it are the noisy tires (I know it's not Ford's fault, but I know why Michelin names the tires "Harmony" - they really SING!) ; the cheapo pleather seats, the bumpy ride, and the steering wheel position (it seems positioned too far back and awkward).

It doesn't feel like a 200 horsepower machine; in fact, my 140 horsepower Pontiac Tempest feels like it has better pickup. Of course, the highway is where the Taurus's engine shines.

And this transmission, the AX4N, feels FAR superior to the other Taurus tranny. And from what I understand, it's far more reliable.

But it's a good car for what I paid; that's for sure. But it's nothing to write home about. Maybe no car really is.

Faults:

We just bought the car and noticed when we put the car in reverse the radio goes out. This is the only time it does it. Does anyone know why and what we can do about it?

General Comments:

Very comfortable car and roomy.

Faults:

Everything!!

Had to replace the Power steering rack about 4 months ago.

Have replaced the Power Steering pump 3 Times.

Have had a problem with the Anti-lock Braking system since day 1.

Car refuse's to start when it gets cold outside.

The Transmission tends to "Slip" every once in a while.

General Comments:

The car is comfortable to ride in.

That the only good thing I can say.