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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
18,513 miles

About These NHTSA Complaints:

This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.

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2000 Ford Taurus Owner Comments

problem #15

Dec 202005

Taurus 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 106,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The incident happened as I was driving home in my 2000 Ford Taurus sel on the Illinois toll road on 12/20/2005 using cruise control in extremely cold weather (8-11 degrees). I drove several miles, and then exited the expressway when suddenly the accelerator stuck at about 50-55 miles per hour. The accelerator pedal would not release. I drove the car for nearly 2 miles trying to decide what to do, and was unable to stop the car completely. Finally, near my home, in an open, less-traveled area, I tried to stop, but the engine continued to race, and the car jumped forward. I proceeded through the red light, pulled over to the side and flipped the key to the off position, which stopped the car. I immediately lost all steering capability and came to a stop. I tried to restart the vehicle, but the engine revved to 4000 RPM and I immediately turned the car off. After trying this twice, and tapping the pedal heavily to try to release the stuck accelerator, I proceeded to open the hood with the car off. I tried to find the accelerator cable in the cold (now 4 degrees) and dark. After searching for approximately 15 minutes, I again tried to start the car and it started normally. I was then able to drive home cautiously. Tomorrow I will contact my Ford vehicle for service. This has happened a few times recently, but it never stuck for more than a few seconds. However, this incident was not only extremely frightening and dangerous, but also could have potentially damaged the engine and brakes. The NHTSA must recall these vehicles immediately, as this is an extremely dangerous situation!! I am lucky that I was driving at approximately 2:30 in the morning with little traffic, with no other passengers in the vehicle, and that the brakes were able to slow the vehicle. Otherwise, this could have been a potentially deadly situation for myself and other motorists.

- Montgomery, IL, USA

problem #14

Feb 012005

Taurus 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 31,700 miles
The contact stated when coming to an abrupt stop the engine continued to race and lurched forward. This occurred for only a short time. The consumer then had to apply the brake and put the transmission in neutral to get it to stop. The vehicle was seen by the service dealer who attached a black box. The problem occurred only once during the testing period. Because the problem was intermittent the dealer was unable to obtain accurate diagnosis. The contact was concerned about hitting someone when this occurred. This problem occurred on another Ford vehicle which was previously owned by the contact which was involved in an accident. Updated 11/29/2005 -

- Jenkintown, PA, USA

problem #13

Oct 312004

Taurus 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
2000 Ford Taurus was involved in an accident when the consumer was trying to park the vehicle. The accelerator pedal became stuck and the brake equipment was not responding. Pulls to left. Tires were rotated and front end alignment performed. Check engine light came on and the dpfe sensor was replaced.

- Macon, GA, USA

problem #12

Aug 092004

Taurus

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving consumer would simultaneously depress the brake/accelerator pedals. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

- Jessup, MD, USA

problem #11

Jan 282004

Taurus 6-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 140,000 miles
Had a 2000 Taurus which went out of control. Going approx. 57 mph down a highway my car suddently decided to speed up on its own. I suddenly was going in the upper 70's. I put the brake clear to the floor and got the car down to 65 mph. I took my foot off and the car sped up again. I slammed down on the brake again and got it back to 65 mph. Called the police and begged for help as I was nearing a high school entrance. Rear ended a minivan before I got to the school. Was told that the throttle body stuck. It immediately became "unstuck" upon impact. Had to be towed to Ford in jefferson city, mo for repairs. Repairs and rental car costs added up to over $700. Used information from this site and contacted Ford directly. After two days was told I would be reimbursed to "maintain customer loyalty."

- Rocky Mount, MO, USA

problem #10

Aug 172001

(reported on)

Taurus

  • miles
When the consumer applies brakes, his foot depresses the accelerator pedal also causing the vehicle to accelerate slowly. The consumer stated that the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal are located close to each other and are dangerous.

- Atherton, CA, USA

problem #9

Apr 212001

Taurus

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Adjustable pedal. Consumer applied brake and depressed accelerator pedal at same time, resulting in a collision at 25mph, and causing minor injuries to driver.vehicle was totalled. Consumer did not contact Ford Motor Company about accident.

- Mississauga Ontario, CD, USA

problem #8

Nov 012000

Taurus

  • miles
The dealer has been notified in Canada regarding pedal position issues.

- Windsor, MI, USA

problem #7

Apr 222002

(reported on)

Taurus

  • miles
Brake and throttle pedals too close together sometimes accelerate when trying to brake. Poor design.

- St. Louis, MO, USA

problem #6

Apr 182002

Taurus

  • miles
After getting recall 01V075000 repairs done for pedal extenders consumer was unable to shift gears. Also, brake lights have gone out due to this recall.contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.

- Fraser, MI, USA

problem #5

Jun 012000

Taurus

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

PE 02 035:brake/accelerator pedal separation: When applying brake driver's foot would mistakenly hit accelerator pedal. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Islamorada, FL, USA

problem #4

Mar 182002

Taurus

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
While driving out of parking lot, applied gas pedal and pedal broke. Dealership was aware of problem. Upon entering highway the gas pedal snapped and broke off. Consumer was unable to accelerate.

- Holly Spring, NC, USA

problem #3

Aug 172001

(reported on)

Taurus

  • miles
When the consumer applies brakes, his foot depresses the accelerator pedal also causing the vehicle to accelerate slowly. The consumer stated that the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal are located close to each other and are dangerous.

- Atherton, CA, USA

problem #2

Nov 032000

(reported on)

Taurus

  • miles
Brake pedal and accelerator pedal are the same height, and are set close together, causing misapplication of pedal because of power adjustable foot pedals. Dealer has been notified.

- Atherton, CA, USA

problem #1

Jun 292000

(reported on)

Taurus

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Adjustable brake and gas pedal loose, adjustment have almost caused accidents, located to close together, need to be redesign

- Conyers, GA, USA

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