Complaints by model year
Distinct federal complaints filed against each model year of the Ford Taurus, to date. Hover a bar for the count. Older years have had longer to accumulate filings; the rankings below correct for that.
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1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
2015
Highest totals within an 8-year windowAll other years
Model years compared
Ranked from the same federal record on an equal exposure window. Click any year for its full file.
Highest complaint totals
- 1993 Ford Taurus - 1,402 complaints in its first 8 years (1,557 to date)
- 2002 Ford Taurus - 1,120 complaints in its first 8 years (1,426 to date)
- 1995 Ford Taurus - 1,088 complaints in its first 8 years (1,205 to date)
Ranked on distinct complaints filed within eight years of the model year, so old and new years get the same exposure window. Not adjusted for sales volume; a best-selling year files more complaints at the same failure rate.
Lowest totals among mature years
- 2017 Ford Taurus - 37 complaints in its first 8 years (44 to date)
- 2016 Ford Taurus - 41 complaints in its first 8 years (82 to date)
- 2018 Ford Taurus - 50 complaints in its first 8 years (50 to date)
Same eight-year window, among model years old enough to have completed it and with at least 25 complaints in it. Model years before 1990 are excluded because the federal file begins in 1995. A low total is not proof of reliability.
What owners report, all years combined
Every model year
| Model year | Complaints to date | Within 8 years | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Ford Taurus | 17 | 17 | 2 |
| 2018 Ford Taurus | 50 | 50 | 4 |
| 2017 Ford Taurus | 44 | 37 | 4 |
| 2016 Ford Taurus | 82 | 41 | 4 |
| 2015 Ford Taurus | 278 | 183 | 6 |
| 2014 Ford Taurus | 229 | 185 | 5 |
| 2013 Ford Taurus | 584 | 432 | 9 |
| 2012 Ford Taurus | 79 | 65 | 5 |
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 187 | 135 | 4 |
| 2010 Ford Taurus | 204 | 160 | 3 |
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 64 | 56 | 0 |
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 175 | 134 | 1 |
| 2007 Ford Taurus | 149 | 114 | 0 |
| 2006 Ford Taurus | 318 | 248 | 2 |
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 774 | 558 | 0 |
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 375 | 224 | 1 |
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 1,223 | 863 | 3 |
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1,426 | 1,120 | 3 |
| 2001 Ford Taurus | 1,037 | 839 | 9 |
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1,195 | 1,042 | 8 |
| 1999 Ford Taurus | 874 | 765 | 5 |
| 1998 Ford Taurus | 545 | 491 | 2 |
| 1997 Ford Taurus | 770 | 708 | 3 |
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 825 | 759 | 6 |
| 1995 Ford Taurus | 1,205 | 1,088 | 5 |
| 1994 Ford Taurus | 923 | 827 | 4 |
| 1993 Ford Taurus | 1,557 | 1,402 | 6 |
| 1992 Ford Taurus | 681 | 541 | 5 |
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 649 | 518 | 4 |
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 381 | 200 | 6 |
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 562 | 278 | 5 |
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 333 | 158 | 5 |
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 255 | 51 | 8 |
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 101 | 0 | 8 |
| 1985 Ford Taurus | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 Ford Taurus | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 Ford Taurus | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 Ford Taurus | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Recall campaigns, all years
Every campaign filed against this model, with the model years it covers. Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN.
| Campaign | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V695000 | 2015-2019 | Back Over Prevention | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019... |
| 25V611000 | 2016-2019 | Structure | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Taurus vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving. |
| 20V692000 | 2014-2015 | Power Train | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Explorer, 2014-2015 Taurus and 2014 Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 2.3L engines and front wheel drive. |
| 20V072000 | 2013-2018 | Suspension | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. |
| 18V141000 | 2017-2018 | Power Train | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Taurus vehicles equipped with mechanical key ignition systems. |
| 17V530000 | 2017 | Steering | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Explorer, Taurus and Police Interceptor Utility and Sedan vehicles. |
| 16V925000 | 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility... |
| 16V621000 | 2013-2015 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and... |
| 16V247000 | 2008-2012 | Air Bags | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln... |
| 15V812000 | 2013 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. |
| 15V605000 | 2015 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. |
| 15V464000 | 2015 | Parking Brake | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015, Lincoln MKT vehicles... |
| 15V340000 | 2011-2013 | Steering | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without a 3.5L engine and Lincoln MKZ hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 Mercury Milan... |
| 15V040000 | 2010-2013 | Structure | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles... |
| 14V393000 | 2013-2014 | Power Train | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus... |
| 14V285000 | 2010-2014 | Exterior Lighting | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently... |
| 13V270000 | 2013 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Ford Explorer, Taurus, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured November 29, 2012, through December 12, 2012. |
| 13V227000 | 2013 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln... |
| 13V109000 | 2012 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Ford is recalling certain model year 2012 Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and model year 2013 Explorer vehicles manufactured July 19, 2011, through March 15, 2012. |
| 06V119000 | 2006 | Electrical System | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT FOR ONE SPECIFIC FLEET CUSTOMER WERE MODIFIED FOR OPTIONAL HANDS-FREE CELLULAR PHONE OPERATING CAPABILITY. |
| 05V520000 | 2006 | Visibility | ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, PASSENGER CARS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE BEING APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR. |
| 04V332000 | 1999-2001 | Suspension | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS,... |
| 04V330000 | 2004 | Seats | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER ADJUSTABLE SEATS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY WELDED. |
| 04V106000 | 2000-2003 | Exterior Lighting | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ARE BEING RECALLED TO CORRECT A PROBLEM WITH A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING. |
| 04V105000 | 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE AIR FILTER PAPER IN THESE VEHICLES CAN SMOLDER OR BURN. |
| 03V087000 | 2002-2003 | Visibility | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. |
| 02V266000 | 2000-2002 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ADJUSTABLE PADELS ARE BEING RECALLED IN ORDER TO ADJUST THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS TO A MINIMUM OF 50 MM OF LATERAL SEPARATION. |
| 01V390000 | 1995 | Engine And Engine Cooling | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TAURUS/SABLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L AND 3.8L ENGINES AND MUSTANG VEHICLES WITH 3.8L AND 5.0L ENGINES. |
| 01V258000 | 2000-2001 | Visibility | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. |
| 01V144000 | 2001 | Seat Belts | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE TONGUE MAY NOT FULLY EJECT FROM THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WHEN THE RELEASE BUTTON IS PUSHED SLOWLY. |