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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1FAFP53U1XG••••••1999 Ford TAURUS
This build draws 2.3× more complaints than the average 1999 Ford TAURUS build (9 vs 4).
9on this build
658on the model
168builds in total
1involved a fire
1injuries
Most reportedSuspension 2Vehicle Speed Control 2Steering 2Electrical System 2
What owners of this build wrote
Engine And Engine CoolingfireMay 2008
The contact owns a 1999 ford taurus. The contact stated that the service engine soon light illuminated on the instrument panel. A mechanic replaced the oxygen sensor; however, the light still illuminated. The contact was informed that there was a misfire on the #6 cylinder. In…
SuspensionFeb 2003
The left front coil spring broke
Electrical SystemSep 2002
Alternator has quit 5 times now. The lights dim then the ABS light comes on then the lights go out then the speedometer drops to zero then goes back up to speed last shown then drops to zero. Engine power quits and the car coasts to a stop. Have to be towed. Ts
SteeringSep 2002
While driving on I-71, lost power steering, stopped immediately. No fluid, added fluid, back pressure threw fluid all over car. Drove to #1ricart ford in columbus, ohio. They checked and determined the power steering rack was bad, advised not to drive, because of safety hazard…
SeatsMar 2002
Consumer stated while sitting at a light, he was rear ended, the front headrest is at full extension which is useless, upon being hit, the consumer stated that his head went back at a 45 degree angle causing him to suffer whiplash
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FAFP53U1XG112024 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.