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1fafp52283g2***** VIN lookup for 2003 FORD TAURUS (1fafp52283g211899)
1fafp52283g211899 VIN is assigned
to 2003 FORD TAURUS with a .
It is a PASSENGER CAR .
It was manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA.
This 2003 TAURUS is a
Sedan/Saloon.
| Make | FORD |
| Manufacturer Name | FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA |
| Model | Taurus |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| Plant City | CHICAGO |
| Series | LX |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Plant State | ILLINOIS |
| body Image Id | 13 |
| Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
| Doors | 4 |
| Bed Type | Not Applicable |
| Cab Type | Not Applicable |
| Trailer Type Connection | Not Applicable |
| Trailer Body Type | Not Applicable |
| Engine Numberof Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement(CC) | 3000.0 |
| Displacement(CI) | 183.07123228419 |
| Displacement(L) | 3.0 |
| Engine Power(k W) | 108.1265 |
| Fuel Type- Primary | Gasoline |
| Engine Configuration | V-Shaped |
| Fuel Type- Secondary | Ethanol (E85) |
| Engine Brake(hp) From | 145 |
| Engine Brake(hp) To | 150 |
| Other Engine Info | EFI-FFV |
| Engine Manufacturer | Ford |
| Seat Belt Type | Manual |
| Front Air Bag Locations | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| NCSA Body Type | 4-door sedan, hardtop |
| NCSA Make | Ford |
| NCSA Model | Taurus/Taurus X |
| Bus Floor Configuration Type | Not Applicable |
| Bus Type | Not Applicable |
| Custom Motorcycle Type | Not Applicable |
| Motorcycle Suspension Type | Not Applicable |
| Motorcycle Chassis Type | Not Applicable |
Driver Complaints
Recalls
March 02 , 2004 NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V105000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
THIS CAN LEAD TO DAMAGE TO THE AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM ON THESE VEHICLES AND/OR AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 399,926
Description:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE AIR FILTER PAPER IN THESE VEHICLES CAN SMOLDER OR BURN.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
FORD RECALL NO. 04S11.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
March 02 , 2004 NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V106000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS: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 ALSO CAUSE THE BATTERY TO DISCHARGE.
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 938,789
Description:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ARE BEING RECALLED TO CORRECT A PROBLEM WITH A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING. THIS MALFUNCTIONING COULD RENDER THE STOP LAMPS INOPERABLE OR CAUSE THEM TO STAY ON ALL THE TIME. THIS COULD CAUSE CONFUSION TO A FOLLOWING DRIVER, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH AND ASSOCIATED WIRING ASSEMBLY AND INSTALL A NEWLY DESIGNED STOP LAMP SWITCH AND WIRE ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON APRIL 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
FORD RECALL NO. 04S12.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
March 10 , 2003 NHTSA Campaign Number: 03V087000
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
POTENTIAL LOSS OF WINDSHIELD RETENTION MAY ALSO REDUCE OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Components: VISIBILITY
Potential Number of Units Affected: 67,894
Description:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, "WINDSHIELD MOUNTING." THE WINDSHIELDS MAY POTENTIALLY EXHIBIT INCREASED WIND NOISE, WATER LEAKAGE, AND SQUEAKS AND RATTLES.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE WINDSHIELDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD/MERCURY AT 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
FORD RECALL NO.03C03. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
April 01 , 2016 NHTSA Campaign Number: 16E026000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer: Robert Bosch LLC
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected: 49,635
Description:
Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, 1995-1999 Ford Taurus SHO, 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, and 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII vehicles. The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.
Remedy:
Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.