KnownCarProblems2008 Ford Taurus X Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 153 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Ford Taurus X, most often about the steering (28% of complaints, typically around 71,000 miles). It is the most complained-about Taurus X model year since 2000 and has 1 recall.
Most common 2008 Ford Taurus X problems
Steering
42 complaints · 28%Half of these problems showed up before 71,000 miles. Parts named most often: rack and pinion.
My car: 2008 Ford Taurus X, VIN=[] the steering wheel is very difficult to turn when starting out from a parked position. While driving, the steering column makes a clicking sound when I make a hard turn. Too dangerous. Force Ford to make a recall. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act…
The steering effort became very great in making turning right from a standstill. It requires intense effort when moving from a parked area. Steering is effected to a degree when at travel speed but less so in straight operation. All right turning is effected and requires tremendous effort. The same effect in either…
Transmission
41 complaints · 27%Half of these problems showed up before 59,500 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, driveline.
The Ford Taurus X has 57,945 miles on it. Two times while driving the vehicle on the interstate highway the dash showed all zeros and the car lost power. The check engine light came on. The car exhibited slow acceleration and unusual shifting. I took it and had the OBD code read. The code indicated that it was a speed…
Problem 1, paint peeling off hood and rough metal under problem 2, transmission began failing while under warrenty, dealership could not get any codes to show problem this, has continued to present. Was notifed this week by dealer that transmission needs replaced, but because every time you turn off the car the codes…
Speed control
26 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 61,000 miles.
Problem 1, paint peeling off hood and rough metal under problem 2, transmission began failing while under warrenty, dealership could not get any codes to show problem this, has continued to present. Was notifed this week by dealer that transmission needs replaced, but because every time you turn off the car the codes…
A few times when accelerating, the engine revs and it seems like it gets "stuck". When it happens, I take my foot off the accelerator or pump the accelerator and then the brake to set it right.
Body and structure
15 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 58,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
I have purchased a 2008 Ford Taurus X vehicle. This vehicle consistently leaks water. The interior smells of mold and mildew and the carpet area on the front and rear passenger areas are soaked when it rains. Also of note on a different instance the water soaked the headliner area as well.
Paint on hood in bubbling and peeling in front near the grill. Took to two Ford dealerships and they would not cover the repair because no service bulletin or recall. I have seen numerous vehicles like mine of the road with the same paint issue. This is a paint shop issue at Ford chicago assembly where this car was…
Brakes
13 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 29,500 miles.
The gas pedal and brake pedal are able to be applied simultaneously causing near accidents. The cause seems to be because of the closeness of the brake and gas pedals both horizontally and vertically. Since ownership of this vehicle, this situation has occurred 4 times. This vehicle is equipped with electrically…
T this low mileage. Most people who have this problem would think the rear brakes wore out not realizing that the failed calipers caused the problem.Ford should take responsibility for their defective rear brake calipers. This is my and my extended families last Ford product because of Ford's lack of responsibility.
Engine
12 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 57,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine.
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Taurus X. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate then stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the computer, six coils, and the spark plugs would have to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of…
The Ford Taurus X has 57,945 miles on it. Two times while driving the vehicle on the interstate highway the dash showed all zeros and the car lost power. The check engine light came on. The car exhibited slow acceleration and unusual shifting. I took it and had the OBD code read. The code indicated that it was a speed…
Electrical
10 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 101,500 miles.
Backing out of driveway- I noticed that steering column was not locked prior to inserting key. Inserted key, turned to start and no response from ignition. Kept turning steering column and decided to engage transmission from park to drive several times. I returned to park-ing the car and removed the key. Initially…
Hood released while driving at 35 MPH a total of 3 times. Computer reported a tire sensor inflation issues while driving. Air pressure was fine. Popping, loud grinding noise while driving has returned even after it was serviced due to the drivetrain and transmission. Sounds and feels like something is loose while…
Suspension
9 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 89,000 miles. Parts named most often: rear, front.
Bolts that hold front suspension to body fell out without warning. 4 bolts - 3 almost all the way out and 1 missing!!!! Loss of steering control! No lock washers on these bolts from Ford! They are all going to fall out!
Driving down the road straight, our car made a pop sound and suddenly lurched and steering was impaired. Car was taken to the nearest dealership where they found the engine cradle/front sub frame had rusted through internally causing the sway bar to break away and it had perforated around the mount for the control…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2008 Ford Taurus X recalls
Air bags: frontal
Risk: An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on june 13, 2016. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16c06.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 ford flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 ford taurus, 2008-2009 ford taurus x, 2008 mercury sable, 2009 and 2011 lincoln mks vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Tire valve cracking
Summary
On october 14, 2008, odi opened pe08-060 to investigate allegations of cracked and leaking snap-in tire valves in model year (my) 2007 vehicles manufactured by ford motor company.the valves were supplied to ford by topseal auto-parts, a subsidiary of the shanghai baolong automotive corporation in china.valves made by topseal for aftermarket sale were the subject of two recent safety recalls by tech international (08t-018) and dill air controls (08t-028), the latter of which was investigated by odi in pe08-036 and ea08-022.the defect conditions addressed by the aftermarket tire valve recalls both involved inadequate resistance to ozone cracking due to issues with the supply of anti-ozonant ch
Questions about the 2008 Ford Taurus X
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ford Taurus X?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (42 complaints, typically around 71,000 miles); transmission (41 complaints, typically around 59,500 miles); speed control (26 complaints, typically around 61,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2008 Ford Taurus X have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from April 26, 2016 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2008 a bad year for the Ford Taurus X?
- It is the most complained-about Taurus X model year since 2000, with 153 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.
Other Ford Taurus X years
- 2008