1990 Ford Taurus Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 3%of 381 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the fuel system of the 1990 Ford Taurus, 3% of the 381 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On november 20, 1998, I had work done on my car at sheehy Ford costing $1100. The next day the car died while being driven on the highway. Ken reed at sheehy Ford said it would cost $3000 4000 to repair an engine bearing problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #735355, filed 2000-10“When driving in hot weather conditions vehicle will cut off/die without prior warning due to fuel pump not working correctly. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #862931, filed 2000-06“While driving about 60 MPH at night, driver hit a big hunk of tire cap, which ruptured the fuel line. The fuel line has been repaired at owner's expense. The problem has been reported to the manufacturer.”
NHTSA complaint #830458, filed 1998-11“The plastic fuel line split apart while driving and gasoline is leaking all over the highway. This could be considered a possible fire hazard and could have caused an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #806717, filed 1996-12“Fuel injection- car stalls, won't accelerate from a stop. Wipers- stop in the middle of windshield, visibility hampered. Wheels- making a squeeking noise, when inspected found large cracks. Owners manual was not included with the car. Motor mounts keep breaking. Spare wheel/tire that came with vehicle was rusted, parts of the jack missing. Power steering fluid pump was cracked/leaking, had to be replaced. Airconditioner compressor did not work, belt connected to the alternator would not move, so car would not start. Brake cylinder leaking fluid onto brakes. Hood will not stay up.”
NHTSA complaint #710362, filed 1999-08Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 3 | 7% |
| 2016 | 7 | 8% |
| 2015 | 73 | 26% |
| 2014 | 71 | 31% |
| 2013 | 107 | 18% |
| 2012 | 2 | 3% |
| 2011 | 3 | 2% |
| 2010 | 11 | 5% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 8 | 5% |
| 2007 | 8 | 5% |
| 2006 | 18 | 6% |
| 2005 | 41 | 5% |
| 2004 | 16 | 4% |
| 2003 | 24 | 2% |
| 2002 | 27 | 2% |
| 2001 | 23 | 2% |
| 2000 | 66 | 6% |
| 1999 | 35 | 4% |
| 1998 | 13 | 2% |
| 1997 | 33 | 4% |
| 1996 | 19 | 2% |
| 1995 | 53 | 4% |
| 1994 | 50 | 5% |
| 1993 | 48 | 3% |
| 1992 | 19 | 3% |
| 1991 | 10 | 2% |
| 1990 | 11 | 3% |
| 1989 | 28 | 5% |
| 1988 | 16 | 5% |
| 1987 | 21 | 8% |
| 1986 | 2 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1990 Ford Taurus
78 complaintsBody and structure
68 complaintsSteering
51 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
42 complaintsAir bags
41 complaintsElectrical system
41 complaintsVehicle speed control
30 complaintsBrakes
26 complaintsSeat belts
24 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
24 complaintsSuspension
18 complaintsEquipment
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1990 Ford Taurus
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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