Ford Taurus Reliability - Better Info

mkaresh · 11-12-2009, 10:44 AM

I wanted more up-to-date car reliability information that included actual repair rates. So in late 2005 I started getting people together to make this possible. TrueDelta now updates actual repair frequencies, not just dots, four times a year, to track cars closely as they age.

So far 380 Taurus and Sable owners have signed up to participate. A good start, but more remain needed to fully cover all model years from 1995 on.

Participants simply report repairs the month after they occur on a one-page survey. When there are no repairs, they simply report an approximate odometer reading four times a year, at the end of each quarter.

To encourage participation, participants receive full access to all results, not just those for the Taurus, for free.

For the details, and to sign up to help out:

Car reliability research

I'll have updated results for the 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003, and 2008 later this month, and will post them in this thread.

Bull Geek · 11-12-2009, 04:55 PM

I signed up for this when I drove the Accord for a bit. I've signed my car up now. The monthly surveys are quick and simple to complete.

00tec-satx · 11-12-2009, 05:06 PM

No spam right? I hate spam...

Bull Geek · 11-12-2009, 05:09 PM

QUOTE (00tec-saTX @ Nov 12 2009, 06:06 PM)

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No spam right? I hate spam...

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No this is completely legitimate. I've been submitting my information for awhile. More domestic vehicle respondents are needed, not enough do...more foreign vehicle owners respond apparently.

00tec-satx · 11-12-2009, 05:12 PM

Signed up, but not putting my plate number up.

mkaresh · 11-12-2009, 10:01 PM

QUOTE (00tec-saTX @ Nov 12 2009, 06:12 PM)

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Signed up, but not putting my plate number up.[/b]

Thanks, I appreciate it. The color of the car will do just fine.

Thanks, Bull Geek, for putting a good word in.

dbfruth · 11-12-2009, 10:32 PM

I have been participating for a few years now. The site has a lot of good data. Keep up the good work Michael.

Brian_05_SEL · 11-12-2009, 11:23 PM

Logged my input on the site. That's a great resource; I wish I'd known about it before today!

mkaresh · 12-14-2009, 10:49 AM

Thanks. Certainly better late than never.

We've updated the results for the Taurus to include owner experiences through September 30, 2009. In terms of successful repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2008: 53, about average, front strut mounts a common problem

2001: 127, about average

2000: 109, better than average

1999: 59, better than average, probably not accurate

Very small sample sizes for the 1999, 2000, and 2001.

We'll have further updates in February and May. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years.

Ford Taurus reliability comparisons

jay144 · 12-14-2009, 03:15 PM

I've been participating in Mr. Karesh's survey with my 2007 Edge for well over two and a half years now. I have never gotten any spam or unwanted solicitations because of my involvement. The information available to you is very comprehensive.

11-12-2009, 04:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
Bull Geek Senior Member Member Number: 1771 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Columbia, SC Drives: 2000 Ford Taurus SEL (Silver Frost) DOHC Visit: My Garage Posts: 11,489 Trader Score: 2 reviews Rep Power: 18	I signed up for this when I drove the Accord for a bit. I've signed my car up now. The monthly surveys are quick and simple to complete. __________________ --Nick M. \| Owner of a Non-Fleet Bull! --TS 2000 Ford Taurus SEL \| DOHC/AX4N \| 143K--XCal tuned by SHOZ123-- --ATL car \| 3/9/00

11-12-2009, 05:06 PM	#3 (permalink)
00tec-satx Senior Member Member Number: 4508 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Jacksonville, TX Visit: My Garage Posts: 6,229 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	No spam right? I hate spam... __________________ Jason Kennedy is a sellout. !! Check out this link !! http://www.taurusclub.com/forum/101-...ml#post1595411

11-12-2009, 05:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
00tec-satx Senior Member Member Number: 4508 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Jacksonville, TX Visit: My Garage Posts: 6,229 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	Signed up, but not putting my plate number up. __________________ Jason Kennedy is a sellout. !! Check out this link !! http://www.taurusclub.com/forum/101-...ml#post1595411

11-12-2009, 10:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
dbfruth Senior Member Member Number: 21317 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Derby, KS Visit: My Garage Posts: 289 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	I have been participating for a few years now. The site has a lot of good data. Keep up the good work Michael. __________________ 1997 Taurus GL - 3.0 OHV - SOLD Feb 2010 2003 Ford Escape XLT 2009 Ford Fusion - 2.3L Manual

11-12-2009, 11:23 PM	#8 (permalink)
Brian_05_SEL Senior Member Member Number: 16632 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Illinois Drives: It's a Taurus. Visit: My Garage Posts: 1,794 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	Logged my input on the site. That's a great resource; I wish I'd known about it before today! __________________ Taurus & Sable owners- check it out Due to the inexcusable actions of AutoForum's staff, I'm no longer willing to participate on this forum by giving repair or modding advice. If you need help with your Taurus/Sable, contact me here. Goodbye and good luck.

11-12-2009, 10:44 AM	#1 (permalink)
mkaresh Junior Member Member Number: 23804 Join Date: Nov 2009 Visit: My Garage Posts: 20 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	I wanted more up-to-date car reliability information that included actual repair rates. So in late 2005 I started getting people together to make this possible. TrueDelta now updates actual repair frequencies, not just dots, four times a year, to track cars closely as they age. So far 380 Taurus and Sable owners have signed up to participate. A good start, but more remain needed to fully cover all model years from 1995 on. Participants simply report repairs the month after they occur on a one-page survey. When there are no repairs, they simply report an approximate odometer reading four times a year, at the end of each quarter. To encourage participation, participants receive full access to all results, not just those for the Taurus, for free. For the details, and to sign up to help out: Car reliability research I'll have updated results for the 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003, and 2008 later this month, and will post them in this thread.

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12-14-2009, 10:49 AM	#9 (permalink)
mkaresh Junior Member Member Number: 23804 Join Date: Nov 2009 Visit: My Garage Posts: 20 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	Thanks. Certainly better late than never. We've updated the results for the Taurus to include owner experiences through September 30, 2009. In terms of successful repair trips per 100 cars per year: 2008: 53, about average, front strut mounts a common problem 2001: 127, about average 2000: 109, better than average 1999: 59, better than average, probably not accurate Very small sample sizes for the 1999, 2000, and 2001. We'll have further updates in February and May. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years. Ford Taurus reliability comparisons

12-14-2009, 03:15 PM	#10 (permalink)
jay144 Senior Member Member Number: 24077 Join Date: Nov 2009 Visit: My Garage Posts: 172 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	I've been participating in Mr. Karesh's survey with my 2007 Edge for well over two and a half years now. I have never gotten any spam or unwanted solicitations because of my involvement. The information available to you is very comprehensive.