Ford Taurus recalls
35 safety recalls for the Ford Taurus (model years 2000–2004, 2006, 2008, 2010–2019), explained in plain English. Pick your year:
All Ford Taurus recalls
| Date | Recall | Vehicles | Problem | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-14 | 25V695 | 2015–2019 Ford Flex & 2015–2019 Ford Taurus + 8 more | Backup camera | 1,448,655 |
| 2025-09-12 | 25V611 | 2016–2019 Ford Taurus | Body & structure | 101,944 |
| 2020-11-10 | 20V692 | 2014–2016 Ford Explorer & 2014–2015 Ford Taurus + 1 more | Powertrain & transmission | 15,587 |
| 2020-02-11 | 20V072 | 2013–2018 Ford Flex & 2013–2018 Ford Taurus + 1 more | Suspension | 211,207 |
| 2018-03-05 | 18V141 | 2017–2018 Ford Taurus | Powertrain & transmission | 2,100 |
| 2017-08-30 | 17V530 | 2017 Ford Explorer & 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan + 2 more | Steering | 253 |
| 2016-12-22 | 16V925 | 2016–2017 Ford Flex & 2016–2017 Lincoln MKT + 3 more | Engine | 1,163 |
| 2016-08-25 | 16V621 | 2013–2015 Ford Flex & 2013–2015 Ford Taurus + 3 more | Fuel system | 77,502 |
| 2016-04-26 | 16V247 | 2009–2012 Ford Flex & 2008–2012 Ford Taurus + 3 more | Airbag | 695 |
| 2015-12-02 | 15V812 | 2013 Ford Explorer & 2013 Ford Flex + 5 more | Fuel system | 868 |
| 2015-09-28 | 15V605 | 2016 Ford Explorer & 2015 Ford Taurus + 1 more | Fuel system | 203 |
| 2015-07-24 | 15V464 | 2015–2016 Ford Explorer & 2015 Ford Flex + 3 more | Brakes | 7,165 |
| 2015-06-02 | 15V340 | 2011–2013 Ford Flex & 2011–2013 Ford Taurus + 5 more | Steering | 393,623 |
| 2015-01-28 | 15V040 | 2010–2013 Ford Taurus & 2011–2013 Lincoln MKS | Body & structure | 194,889 |
| 2014-07-02 | 14V393 | 2012–2014 Ford Edge & 2012–2014 Lincoln MKX + 4 more | Powertrain & transmission | 83,250 |
| 2014-05-29 | 14V285 | 2010–2014 Ford Taurus | Lights | 183,425 |
| 2013-06-28 | 13V270 | 2013 Ford Explorer & 2013 Ford Taurus + 1 more | Door latches & locks | 12,569 |
| 2013-06-03 | 13V227 | 2013 Ford Explorer & 2013 Ford Flex + 7 more | Fuel system | 390,783 |
| 2013-03-27 | 13V109 | 2013 Ford Explorer & 2012 Ford Taurus + 1 more | Fuel system | 3,037 |
| 2006-04-13 | 06V119 | 2006 Ford Taurus | Electrical system | 19 |
| 2005-11-15 | 05V520 | 2006 Ford E-150 & 2006 Ford E-250 + 12 more | Windows, wipers & mirrors | 199,942 |
| 2004-07-15 | 04V332 | 2000–2001 Ford Taurus & 2000–2001 Mercury Sable | Suspension | 899,060 |
| 2004-07-08 | 04V330 | 2004 Ford Taurus & 2004 Ford Thunderbird + 1 more | Seats | 24,277 |
| 2004-03-09 | 04V106 | 2000–2003 Ford Taurus & 2000–2003 Mercury Sable | Lights | 938,789 |
| 2004-03-09 | 04V105 | 2003 Ford Taurus & 2003 Mercury Sable | Engine | 399,926 |
| 2003-03-18 | 03V087 | 2002–2003 Ford Taurus & 2002–2003 Mercury Sable | Windows, wipers & mirrors | 67,894 |
| 2002-10-04 | 02V266 | 2000–2002 Ford Taurus & 2000–2002 Mercury Sable | Brakes | 369,614 |
| 2001-08-23 | 01V258 | 2000–2001 Ford Excursion & 2000–2001 Ford Expedition + 13 more | Windows, wipers & mirrors | 1,083,000 |
| 2001-04-27 | 01V144 | 2001 Ford Taurus & 2001 Mercury Sable | Seat belt | 4,567 |
| 2001-03-21 | 01V078 | 2000–2001 Ford Taurus & 2000–2001 Mercury Sable | Lights | 157,000 |
| 2001-03-21 | 01V075 | 2000 Ford Excursion & 2000 Ford Taurus + 1 more | Lights | 74,000 |
| 2001-02-28 | 01V048 | 2000–2001 Ford Taurus | Lights | 28,000 |
| 2000-11-29 | 00V396 | 2000–2001 Ford Expedition & 2000–2001 Ford Navigator + 3 more | Equipment | 495,000 |
| 2000-08-25 | 00V242 | 2000 Ford Taurus & 2000 Mercury Sable | Equipment | 167,000 |
| 2000-08-25 | 00V240 | 2001 Ford Taurus & 2001 Mercury Sable | Seat belt | 5,961 |
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Ford Taurus have?
The Ford Taurus has 35 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2000–2004, 2006, 2008, 2010–2019. The 2001 model year has the most (9).
Are Ford Taurus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)