Ford Taurus Recalls

The Ford Taurus has 79 recalls spanning 1985 through 2019, with the most serious recent issue being fractured rear suspension toe links on 2013-2018 models equipped with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack, where a broken link causes a sudden and unpredictable change in handling.

The final years of production, 2016-2019, carry several additional concerns. On 2016 models, a turbocharger oil supply tube can leak oil onto hot engine surfaces and start a fire. The 2017 model has a steering gear heat shield that can corrode and fall off, exposing the steering gear to excess heat and reducing power steering assist, particularly at low speeds. On 2017-2018 models with a mechanical key ignition, the key can be removed while the transmission is not in Park, allowing the vehicle to roll away. The 2016-2019 model years share a recall for B-pillar door trim that can detach while driving and become a road hazard. Rearview cameras on 2015-2019 vehicles can display a distorted or blank image when reversing.

The 2010-2015 era has a cluster of fuel system and structural issues. On 2015 models, improperly tightened fuel tank mounting bolts can allow the tank to separate from the vehicle and leak fuel. A 2015 parking brake may not fully engage, allowing rollaway on a slope. The 2013-2015 fuel pump module can overheat and cut power to the fuel pump, stalling the engine. The 2012-2013 fuel tank can have a weakly sealed seam that leaks even without an impact. A 2013 fuel delivery module can crack and leak fuel near an ignition source. On 2014-2015 models with 2.0L or 2.3L front-wheel-drive engines, the front axle halfshaft support bracket can fail, causing loss of drive power or preventing the vehicle from holding in Park. The 2011-2013 electric power steering system can lose assist unexpectedly, requiring significantly more steering effort at low speeds. Interior door handles on 2010-2013 models can fail to return to their stowed position, allowing a door to unlatch in a side impact. The 2008-2012 driver frontal airbag can inflate improperly during a high-speed crash. Exterior lighting corrosion on 2010-2014 models registered in salt-belt states can cause a short circuit and fire risk in the lamp assembly.

Going back to the mid-2000s and earlier, the 2004 model has power seat track welds that can be insufficient, potentially resulting in a loose seat. The 2003 model year has an air filter element that can smolder or burn and cause an underhood fire. The 2002 model has brake and accelerator pedals that can be positioned too close together on adjustable-pedal vehicles, making simultaneous application possible and causing unintended acceleration. A 2002 windshield may not retain properly in a crash. The 2001 model has a seatbelt buckle that can partially latch or fail to release, leaving an occupant improperly restrained. Child safety seat anchor fasteners on 2001 models may not hold a child seat securely in a crash.

Earlier production from the 1990s covers a range of issues. The 1999 model has front coil springs in salt-belt states that can fracture and puncture a tire, and a dash insulator clip that can lodge above the acceler