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2003 Ford Taurus Reliability Rating
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Rating
Comments
Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Pump, Mass Air Flow Meter and Oil Pan Gasket (3.0L Engine VIN U). The failure of the Fuel Pump will prevent the engine from starting. The cost to repair the Fuel Pump is estimated at $263.90 for parts and $110.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Mass Air Flow Meter is estimated at $196.02 for parts and $32.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Oil Pan Gasket is $19.25 for parts and $195.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Ball Joints. The cost to repair the Ball Joints is estimated at $57.00 each for parts and $97.50 per side for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Flex Fuel Sensor Module. Failure of the Flex Fuel Sensor Module applies to flex fuel models only. This fault can cause the vehicle to run out of gas. The cost to replace the Flex Fuel Sensor Module is estimated at $34.00 for parts and $39.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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