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Ford Taurus Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 8 model years, NHTSA lists 39 recalls and 1,394 owner complaints for the Ford Taurus. Newest model year first. Data as of November 9, 2026.
Ford Taurus by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Ford Taurus | 2 | 18 | |
| 2018 Ford Taurus | 4 | 52 | |
| 2017 Ford Taurus | 4 | 44 | |
| 2016 Ford Taurus | 4 | 88 | |
| 2015 Ford Taurus | 6 | 286 | |
| 2014 Ford Taurus | 5 | 236 | |
| 2013 Ford Taurus | 9 | 591 | |
| 2012 Ford Taurus | 5 | 79 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Ford models · How these reports are made.
Ford Taurus: questions owners ask
Which Ford Taurus year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Ford Taurus model years with the most are the 2013 (591), 2015 (286) and 2014 (236). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Ford Taurus years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2019 (18), 2017 (44) and 2018 (52), out of 8 model years from 2012 to 2019. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Ford Taurus have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 8 Ford Taurus model years, 39 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2013 (9), 2015 (6) and 2012 (5). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Ford Taurus years have the most stalling complaints?
201 owner complaints across 5 Ford Taurus model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2013 (108), 2015 (43) and 2014 (36) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Taurus years have the most power steering complaints?
152 owner complaints across 4 Ford Taurus model years describe power steering failing, locking up or turning heavy. The most were filed for the 2013 (105), 2014 (24) and 2015 (17) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Taurus years have the most backup camera complaints?
90 owner complaints across 6 Ford Taurus model years describe the rearview or backup camera failing or showing a blank screen. The most were filed for the 2015 (43), 2016 (16) and 2018 (12) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Taurus years have the most no-start complaints?
78 owner complaints across 3 Ford Taurus model years describe the car failing to start. The most were filed for the 2014 (28), 2015 (26) and 2013 (24) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Taurus years have the most check engine light complaints?
29 owner complaints across 2 Ford Taurus model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2013 (21) and 2014 (8) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Taurus years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
28 owner complaints across 2 Ford Taurus model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2013 (18) and 2014 (10) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.