1987 Ford Taurus structure problems
34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 1987 Ford Taurus — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“1987 ford taurus. Consumer states sub frame both left side and right side of the front end broke off while driving *tgw the dealer informed the consumer his model year had been recalled for the exact problem he experienced. Ford motor co. Stated they would assume no responsibility. *jb”
filed Oct 27, 2011
“Consumer received nhtsa recall letter98v323000/manufacturer's recall 98s36 for the subframe rear plate nut needing to be replaced. Dealer has been contacted, and refused to do the work. Manufacturer also has been contacted.*ak”
filed Feb 1, 2000
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Taurus years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Taurus | 10 | 22% |
| 2017 Taurus | 7 | 16% |
| 2016 Taurus | 6 | 8% |
| 2015 Taurus | 5 | 2% |
| 2014 Taurus | 4 | 2% |
| 2013 Taurus | 12 | 2% |
| 2012 Taurus | 16 | 21% |
| 2011 Taurus | 12 | 6% |
| 2010 Taurus | 11 | 5% |
| 2008 Taurus | 5 | 3% |
| 2007 Taurus | 8 | 5% |
| 2006 Taurus | 15 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1987 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.