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2002 Ford Taurus
Problems & Complaints
CarComplaints.com Notes: Most people need a car where the coil springs don't puncture or shred tires while driving. The Taurus fails in that respect.
The 1999-2003 Ford Taurus has a huge problem with coil springs breaking, which can puncture or even shred tires while driving.
The US government spent THREE YEARS (2008-2011) investigating the 2002-2003 Taurus coil springs. Although Taurus/Sable from earlier years were recalled, ultimately the NHTSA did not force a recall. They determined that because there had been no deaths & very few bad crashes & injuries, the broken coil springs defect was no big deal & not a safety defect. Tell that to all the owners who had close calls...
Worst 2002 Ford Taurus Problems by Category
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- suspension problems
- transmission problems
- engine problems
- AC / heater problems
- interior accessories problems
- cooling system problems
- brakes problems
- body / paint problems
- electrical problems
- seat belts / air bags problems
- fuel system problems
- steering problems
- windows / windshield problems
- exterior accessories problems
- lights problems
- wheels / hubs problems
- drivetrain problems
- miscellaneous problems
- exhaust system problems
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Worst 2002 Ford Taurus Problems
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#1: Broken Front Spring 2002 Taurus
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $600
- Average Mileage:
- 91,000 mi
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#2: Transmission Failure 2002 Taurus
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $1,700
- Average Mileage:
- 114,000 mi
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#3: Both Rear Coil Springs Broken 2002 Taurus
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $600
- Average Mileage:
- 83,000 mi