1986 Ford Taurus electrical system problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1986 Ford Taurus — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Consumer stated that while driving the alternator failed causing the battery to be drained. As a result, the vehicle repeatedly backfired almost causing a fire. Ts”
filed Nov 20, 2002
“Intermittent problem with vehicle stalling while driving. Vehicle would restart within 20 minutes or more. Vehicle been to dealer and independent repairs shop on several occasions, and they were unable to duplicate the problem. Feel free to provide any further details. *ak”
filed Oct 12, 2000
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
99222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 18, 1999Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
98246 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 7, 1998
Electrical System problems in other Taurus years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Taurus | 7 | 15% |
| 2017 Taurus | 11 | 25% |
| 2016 Taurus | 6 | 8% |
| 2015 Taurus | 30 | 12% |
| 2014 Taurus | 29 | 13% |
| 2013 Taurus | 57 | 10% |
| 2012 Taurus | 15 | 19% |
| 2011 Taurus | 47 | 25% |
| 2010 Taurus | 19 | 9% |
| 2009 Taurus | 4 | 6% |
| 2008 Taurus | 13 | 7% |
| 2007 Taurus | 29 | 19% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1986 Ford Taurus
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.