1988 Ford Taurus problems by component
333 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Ford Taurus, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 94 | 28% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 67 | 20% | — |
| Structure → | 51 | 15% | — |
| Power Train → | 37 | 11% | — |
| Seat Belts → | 33 | 10% | — |
| Steering → | 26 | 8% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic → | 22 | 7% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 16 | 5% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline → | 15 | 5% | — |
| Seats → | 12 | 4% | — |
| Visibility → | 11 | 3% | — |
| Suspension → | 10 | 3% | — |
| Equipment | 7 | 2% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 2% | — |
| Tires | 4 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 1% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.