1998 Ford Taurus SHO: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 10 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine and engine cooling.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 2016
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford taurus sho. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph and trying to accelerate, the vehicle would not accelerate. The overdrive button had constantly been going on and off. The vehicle had not been inspected nor had the vehicle been repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 135,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Jan 2011
“Brake line corrosion and separation causing failure of the brakes. Resulting in also front sway and link bar damage. No brakes. Front sway bars break when vehicle is turned a certain degree. Front middle of hood on all taurus seem to lose the paint do to rock or debris being able to bounce on the bumper and hit center. I have seen at least 50 taurus's missing paint in the same area. Service engine soon light remains on after four trips to a certified ford dealer. Water holding in engine compartment will crack under extreme outdoor temperatures causing the car to overheat.*jb”Owner report · Structure · Aug 2005
“Possible cam failure resulting in total engine lost if not for all four camshafts welded this day for the cost of $600. *la”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2003
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“There were two copies of consumers report (bound in folders). Responded to report of defective engine camshafts in 1998 ford taurus sho vehicles. Sent a voq to the consumer for future use. *ak *jb”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
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.
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Is the 1998 Ford Taurus SHO reliable?
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1998 Ford Taurus SHO. The most complained-about area is engine and engine cooling.
Does the 1998 Ford Taurus SHO have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.