NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera may show a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when you put the vehicle in reverse.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera at no cost.
This page covers 6 recalls, 42 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Ford Taurus.
19–23 mpg combined
10.2–12.4 L/100km
Large Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Electrical system complaints make up the largest named category for the 2017 Ford Taurus, with owners describing a range of intermittent failures. A recurring concern is the vehicle entering a reduced-power state, commonly called limp mode, without any warning lights appearing on the dash beforehand, which owners say catches them off guard at highway speeds. Backup camera problems also come up repeatedly, with owners reporting an inverted image, horizontal lines across the display, or the screen going blank entirely. Structural complaints, the second-most reported category, center on the B-pillar trim on the passenger side, where owners describe the panel detaching while parked or pulling loose during normal use. A smaller cluster of complaints involves exterior lighting. The B-pillar trim issue shows up across multiple reports, with both the driver and passenger sides mentioned, though the passenger side draws the most attention.
42
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 Ford Taurus has 6 recalls, the most serious involving rear suspension toe links on Police Interceptor and SHO Performance Pack models that can fracture and cause a sudden, unpredictable change in handling.
Two recalls address the same steering gear heat shield issue: the fasteners can corrode and let the shield detach, exposing the steering gear to excess heat and causing it to stiffen, requiring noticeably more effort from the driver, particularly at low speeds. There is also an ignition concern where the key can be pulled from the ignition while the transmission is not in Park, allowing the vehicle to roll away if the parking brake is not set. On the interior side, the B-pillar door trim on the driver and front passenger sides can detach while driving and become a road hazard. The rearview camera can display a distorted or blank image when reversing, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera may show a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when you put the vehicle in reverse.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera at no cost.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The door trim panel on the B-pillar (the vertical support between front and rear doors) may detach from the vehicle while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair or replace the B-pillar trim panel at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear suspension toe links can crack under stress, potentially affecting rear suspension function.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The ignition key can be removed even when the transmission is not in PARK, which creates a theft risk and violates federal safety standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the shifter assembly at no cost to restore proper key removal safety.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fasteners holding the steering gear heat shield may have a coating that allows them to rust and fail, causing the shield to fall off. This exposes the steering gear to excessive heat, potentially damaging electrical connectors and causing loss of power steering assist.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fasteners securing the heat shield and replace any that are faulty.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Fasteners holding the steering gear heat shield can corrode and weaken, causing the shield to separate from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fasteners and replace them as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
