The 2002 Ford Taurus has 3 recalls, the most serious affecting vehicles with adjustable pedals, where the brake and accelerator pedals sit close enough together that pressing both at once can cause the engine to rev and the vehicle to resist stopping.
The windshield on certain vehicles does not meet federal mounting standards and can work loose over time, showing up first as wind noise, water leaks, or rattles, but more critically the windshield can lose its bond to the frame and fail to stay in place during a crash, reducing the protection it provides to occupants. There is also a problem with the brake light switch and its wiring, which can fail in two ways: it may keep the brake lights lit constantly, confusing drivers behind the vehicle, or it may fail to light them at all when the pedal is pressed, leaving following traffic with no warning of slowing. A failed switch can also prevent the driver from moving the shifter out of Park.
At a glance
What can fail
The stop lamp switch or its wiring can malfunction, causing brake lights to stop working or stay on continuously, which may confuse following drivers.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch and wiring assembly with a newly designed version.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The windshield mounting does not meet federal safety standards. Your windshield may produce increased wind noise, leak water, or create squeaks and rattles.
What the fix does
Your dealer will replace the windshield at no cost. Schedule an appointment at an authorized dealer to have this work completed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Adjustable brake and accelerator pedals may be spaced less than 50 mm apart. If you press both pedals simultaneously, the engine RPM could increase unintentionally.
What the fix does
A dealer will measure the spacing between your brake and accelerator pedals. If spacing is less than 50 mm, they will adjust the pedals to increase the distance to more than 50 mm.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
