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2000 Ford Taurus

8 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 2000 Ford Taurus

Official recalls have been issued for the 2000 Ford Taurus by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Ford service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Ford customer service.

  1. RECALL: Ford/Front Coil Springs

    If this occurs, the tire may rupture resulting in a rapid air loss, which could result in a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 15, 2004
    Vehicles Affected
    899,060

  2. RECALL: Ford/Brake Light Switch

    In addition, if the switch and/or associated wiring fail in the open position, the brake lights will not actuate and the driver will not be able to shift the vehicle out of "park" if they fail in the closed position, the brake lights will remain on, which will not allow the speed control to be activated. This could ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 02, 2004
    Vehicles Affected
    938,789

  4. RECALL: Ford/Brake And Accelerator Pedal Distance

    This could result in a customer experiencing an "unintended vehicle speed increase" or a perceived "unable to stop" condition. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 02, 2002
    Vehicles Affected
    369,614

  5. RECALL: Ford/Windshield Wiper Motor Cover

    Loss of visibility while driving increases the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 08, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    1,083,000

  6. RECALL: Ford/Headlamp Switch

    This would cause difficulty for the driver to activate the headlamps, which could affect driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 12, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    74,000

  7. RECALL: Ford/Foot Pedal Grease/Stop Lamps

    A short circuit could lead to either the brake lamps staying on, or to a loss of brake lamp function, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 12, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    157,000

  8. RECALL: Ford/FMVSS 108/Stop Lamps

    Under the requirements of the standard, the chmsl shall be activated only upon appplication of the service brakes. Also, the vehicle could roll increasing the risk of a crash, if the shift lever can be shifted out of park without depressing the brake ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 28, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    28,000

  9. RECALL: Ford/FMVSS 110/Certification Label

    Excessive loading can cause tire and vehicle damage that could result in a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 24, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    167,000

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