1986 Ford Taurus power train problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 1986 Ford Taurus — 19% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Problems with transmission. Nar 07/02/2003. *mr the consumer found that ford motor company intentionally sold defective vehicles to customers. The defect is the transmission, according to the bulletin #94-24-7 they knew that defects existed in the following vehicles 1986-95 ford taurus, 1993-95…”
filed Jun 15, 2004
“Transmission gears would stick. The motor would lift in the air. Would hear loud noises whenever turning steering wheel. Took to repair shop & was informed motor mounts were bad & were about to fall off. They would need replacing. Also informed the stabilizer sway bar was going bad. *ak”
filed Apr 21, 1999
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
0015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 10, 2000Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
99152 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 26, 1999Transaxles use a new transmission fluid. *yc
9802169838 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 27, 1998
Power Train problems in other Taurus years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Taurus | 6 | 13% |
| 2017 Taurus | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 Taurus | 3 | 4% |
| 2015 Taurus | 18 | 7% |
| 2014 Taurus | 12 | 5% |
| 2013 Taurus | 44 | 8% |
| 2012 Taurus | 2 | 3% |
| 2011 Taurus | 18 | 10% |
| 2010 Taurus | 36 | 18% |
| 2009 Taurus | 5 | 8% |
| 2008 Taurus | 44 | 25% |
| 2007 Taurus | 16 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1986 Ford Taurus
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.