What is the overall risk grade for the 2004 FORD Taurus?

The 2004 FORD Taurus has a risk grade of D. This grade is calculated from 2 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).

How many safety recalls does the 2004 FORD Taurus have?

The 2004 FORD Taurus has 2 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.

What is the most severe recall for the 2004 FORD Taurus?

The most severe recall for the 2004 FORD Taurus is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.

Is the 2004 FORD Taurus safe to drive?

The 2004 FORD Taurus has 2 open safety recalls. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

2004 FORD Taurus

2 recalls Risk Grade: D Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

Manufacturer

Robert Bosch LLC

What Happened

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.

Risk if Unfixed

A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free Fix

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.

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Component

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

Manufacturer

FORD MOTOR COMPANY

What Happened

Your vehicle's power adjustable front seats may have a welding issue that could affect their safety performance in a crash.

Risk if Unfixed

If you're in a crash, the seat might not work as it should, which could increase the risk of injury.

Free Fix

Ford will replace the power seat's upper support assembly for free. You should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 to schedule the repair.

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Original — What Happened

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER ADJUSTABLE SEATS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY WELDED.

Original — Risk if Unfixed

THE SEAT MAY NOT PERFORM AS INTENDED DURING A CRASH WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY.

Original — Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY ON THE POWER SEATS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

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