How reliable is a 2006 Ford Taurus?

How reliable is a 2006 Ford Taurus?

The 2006 Ford Taurus Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5. It ranks 21st out of 32 for all car brands.

Is a 2006 Taurus a good car?

The Ford Taurus earned a perfect five-star rating in NHTSA frontal crash testing and three stars in side-impact tests. In 40-mph frontal offset testing conducted by the IIHS, the Taurus has earned a “Good” rating and was named a “Best Pick” among family cars.

How much horsepower does a 2006 Ford Taurus have?

153 hp
2006 Ford Taurus/Horsepower

How much is a fuel pump for a 2006 Ford Taurus?

2006 Ford Taurus Fuel Pump – from $29.99+ | AutoZone.com.

Is it bad to drive a car with high mileage?

Theoretically, a vehicle that has covered more miles has more wear and tear, but a car with 60,000 miles on the odometer can easily be in worse shape than one with 120,000 miles. Overall, a high-mileage vehicle that is driven frequently and has been well-maintained will be a more reliable bet.

Are there any recalls on 2006 Ford Taurus?

2006 Ford Taurus Recalls The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.

What size gas tank does a 2006 Ford Taurus have?

18 gal.
Used 2006 Ford Taurus Specs & Features

Fuel & MPG
Combined MPG 20
EPA mileage est. (cty/hwy) 18/25 mpg
Fuel tank capacity 18 gal.
Fuel type Regular unleaded

What engine is in a 2006 Ford Taurus?

3.0 L V6
2006 Ford Taurus/Engine

How much is a fuel pump for a Ford Taurus?

Ford Taurus Fuel Pump Replacement Cost Estimate. The average cost for a Ford Taurus fuel pump replacement is between $713 and $949. Labor costs are estimated between $159 and $201 while parts are priced between $554 and $748.

What to do when Ford Taurus starts but doesn’t drive?

For normal driving, leave the transmission in overdrive. If the TCS button is pressed, the PCM will turn on the Transmission Control Indicator Lamp (TCIL), which is the O/D OFF overdrive light. This will prevent the torque converter from locking up or the transmission from going into 4th gear while driving.

When does a Ford Taurus downshift to lower gear?

The transmission will downshift to a lower gear when the vehicle is slowing down, when an increase in the load on the transmission requires a higher gear ratio (as when driving up a steep hill), or when the accelerator pedal is floored (kickdown).

What kind of transmission does a Ford Taurus use?

The AX4S is a second-generation version of the AXOD and AXOD-E transmissions used in 1986 to 1991 Ford Taurus. The AX4S transmission still shares the same AXOD end cover as the older AXOD transmissions, which makes identification somewhat confusing, but it saved Ford the cost of retooling the cover.

Is there a warranty on a 1991 Ford Taurus?

Ford TSB 94-24-7 covers replacement of this piston with a stronger steel piston. This TSB is available at AllData. Ford has so much trouble with the earlier versions of this transmission that in 1995 it extended the warranty on 1991 Taurus transmissions to six years or 60,000 miles.