2000 taurus transmission failure at 120,000?

[Kell31]

I was talking with a guy the other day. He told me the 99-01 taurus are prone to having transmission failures at 120,000 mile area. I was a little put off by it. I asked if it was due to poor maintenance. He said he didn't know the dealer told him the tranny usually has to be completely replaced. I am starting to worry now that i am around 93, 000. Anyone heard of this?

[drdisque]

most tauri with the AX4S need a new transmission before that, but virtually all of them need one by 120k, which if you look at all FWD automatic sedans sold here, isn't that bad.

[Willyum]

Was the 30K mile recommended service always done? Have some confidence if it was. Taurus owners are notorious for neglecting their cars - then complain that they are problem vehicles and no good.

[Kell31]

I baby my car with service. So hopefully i will avoid the issue. Should i tranny flush it?

[drdisque]

tranny flushes are good if you do them regularly and NEVER do power flushes