2005 Ford Taurus engine and engine cooling problems
40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2005 Ford Taurus — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford taurus. The contact stated that the engine warning was illuminated. The failure continued to occur over a period of one year. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated that the massive air flow sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle…”
filed Jun 13, 2014
“The first incident my brother was alone and driving the car. He accelerated after stopping for a traffic signal. Within about 50 yards the car continued to accelerate up to 4000 rpm. He pulled off to a turning lane and had to hold his foot on the brake to avoid hitting another vehicle. Finally he…”
filed Apr 18, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a…
SSM 46085 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 21, 20163.0l 4v - mil on - with multiple coil dtc codes. *kb
0751 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 27, 2007Camshaft tick noise - 3.0l 4v engine only. *tt
04208 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2006Spark knock, hesitation above 3000 rpm, loss of power, misfire, and possible engine damage due to detonation and pre-ignition - 3.0l-2v vulcan gas/ffv. *tt
052218 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 14, 2005
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Taurus years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Taurus | 4 | 9% |
| 2017 Taurus | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 Taurus | 2 | 3% |
| 2015 Taurus | 2 | 1% |
| 2014 Taurus | 6 | 3% |
| 2013 Taurus | 7 | 1% |
| 2012 Taurus | 2 | 3% |
| 2011 Taurus | 9 | 5% |
| 2010 Taurus | 11 | 5% |
| 2009 Taurus | 18 | 28% |
| 2008 Taurus | 11 | 6% |
| 2007 Taurus | 22 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 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.