Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Ford taurus. While driving between 30-40 MPH the steering column began to violently vibrate. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician stated that the rear camber was misaligned; which caused unusual tread wear on the rear tires. The failure could not be remedied because it was caused by the design of the vehicle. The failure…
2008 Ford Taurus suspension problems
moderate 9 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900 · see suspension across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$900
When does it fail?
Of the 9 suspension complaints filed for the 2008 Ford Taurus, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 9 model years of Ford Taurus in our records for suspension problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA suspension complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 16 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Ford taurus. While backing out of a parking space, the contact heard an abnormal noise from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was brought to a dealer where the technician diagnosed that the rear coil spring fractured and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately…
Front and rear coil springs snapped while sitting at my residence. The rear broke last year and the front broke yesterday, 11/20/2008. Had to replaced both front and rear springs plus a tire in the front that was punctured when it snapped. I just purchased all new tires a month ago. This could have cause a major accident if it had happened while driving. *tr
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Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2008 Ford Taurus?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 9 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $900 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the suspension typically fail?
Across the 9 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most suspension failures cluster between 19,000 and 88,000 miles, with the median around 56,045. A quarter of owners report trouble before 19,000; a quarter make it past 88,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2008/Ford/Taurus.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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