1,721 of the 23,971 complaints filed about the Ford Taurus are about the electrical system — 7% of everything owners reported. The worst model year for it is 1993.
1,721
Complaints
7%
Share of all complaints
20
Crashes
287
Fires
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rear camera not working. Recall was almost 2 years ago. They keep saying it’s a safety issue but no solution yet
NHTSA complaint #11758020 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The car regularly starts without pressing the brake down first. The car has they key but says no key detected and drives with or without it. This is a push start ignition car.
NHTSA complaint #11749567 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The fuel gauge in my 2015 Taurus/Interceptor is showing inaccurate fuel levels; it will show there is less fuel in the tank than there actually is, causing me to think I am possibly going to run out of fuel. Example: I will fill the fuel tank when the gauge reads 3/4, which should be around 5 gallons of fuel used. The amount of fuel being put in the tank is significantly less than what the fuel gauge shows.
NHTSA complaint #11741413 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle on a slightly inclined parking lot, the vehicle started rolling backwards. The contact engaged the electric parking brake, and the vehicle responded as intended. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while parking the vehicle on an incline, requiring the electric parking brake to be engaged. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V141000 (Electrical System, Power Train); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not associated with a recall due to the manufacturing date of the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
NHTSA complaint #11728586 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 65,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 99,000. The contact stated that the seller's father was a dealer and had advised that the issue would be corrected; however, the contact was concerned about further fraudulent business practices.
NHTSA complaint #11727302 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I am writing to report an unresolved safety recall for my vehicle. I received Safety Recall Notice 25V695 in October 2025, and as of today, the recall has not been resolved because the required repair parts remain unavailable. This recall involves a safety-related defect, and the extended delay in providing a remedy raises serious safety concerns. I have contacted authorized dealerships, and I have been informed that parts are still on backorder with no estimated availability date. Given the amount of time that has passed since the recall notice was issued, I do not believe this recall has been addressed within a reasonable timeframe. The ongoing lack of an available repair increases the risk associated with operating the vehicle under normal conditions. I am requesting that this issue be reviewed to ensure the manufacturer complies with its obligation to provide a timely and effective remedy for this safety recall. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
NHTSA complaint #11713605 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact's mother owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, several unknown warning lights illuminated when turning off the vehicle. The contact stated that there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the dashboard. In addition, the gear shifter had seized in park(P). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle had several previous ongoing failures. The contact stated that the failure started shortly after the vehicle was purchased in 2013. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.
NHTSA complaint #11706565 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormally loud sound. The contact stated that the sound came from the passenger's side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the sound sounded like a gunshot. In addition, the radio independently turned off and on. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twice. The contact had AFIB and stated that the sound was loud enough and could have caused the contact to have a heart attack. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The vehicle was scheduled for an upcoming diagnostic test in January 2026. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
NHTSA complaint #11703231 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When putting car in reverse backup, camera works intermittently.
NHTSA complaint #11699439 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The backup camera has failed. Sometimes it works, sometimes it does not. I have seen other reports on NHTSA here specifying the same problem. Visibility in this car is poor and is augmented by the backup camera. Car serviced by ford dealerships only. If left unrepaired, other drivers of this make and model 2013-2019 Taurus have an increased susceptibility to collisions.
NHTSA complaint #11698932 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
No heat gauge, oil pressure gauge on vehicle. Blend door issue, one side blows hot, other cold. Radio not working. Weird noise in dash by ignition. Ignition sticks when trying to start car, keeps turning over. Dimmer switch doesn't work. Car can be tracked by unknown people, without permission.
NHTSA complaint #11695650 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Backup camera is appearing Upside down on display and sometimes inverted. When it gets dark outside, the backup camera has lines appear on the display so you can’t use it when it’s dark. This is a huge safety risk as to having the camera display upside down/inverted/not clear can cause major incidents.
NHTSA complaint #11688671 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In March of 2025 my vehicles driver assist lights started blinking coming out of my apt complex and within 15 seconds I couldn't even turn the wheels at all. Ive had several mechanics run their computer to diagnose the issue and was told that this make model and year has a recall for loss of steering which is an electrical issue. I called Ford themselves and they refused to even look at my car. I cannot find a mechanic who will even repair this electrical issue. Car is in perfect condition. Just replaced all 4 tires in January 2025 and oil change.
NHTSA complaint #11688555 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When putting my car in Reverse the back-up camera does not work properly. It either shows up and jumps screens to where you can't see anything behind you or make out what you're looking at. or the screen just goes black. It has not been looked at by anyone. There are no Warning lamps, signals or any other warning. The camera has been going in and out not working for over 6 months. I am worried that when backing up I might hit something or not see everything in view.
NHTSA complaint #11688150 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Back up camera doesn't work most of the time, and some times it's upside down!!!! Should be under the current recall, but my make/model year isn't covered!!!
NHTSA complaint #11687422 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2011 Ford Taurus Limited 37'000 miles Original owner Like New Condition. Engine and all systems working perfectly no check engine or other lights showing. I was driving on city street about 25mph and with no warning engine and dash all shut down I had no crank and no dash lights at all. while I waited for tow truck dash lights did come on and anti theft light was flashing very fast. If I had been driving on Interstate 80 I may have been killed with all the Semi's that are always there. This happened August 7th 2025 It has been at the FORD dealership by my house for 25 work days and all they have done is checked the computer and said no power so replaced comp with rebuilt one and still no power so that is where I'm at. If you have seen this before please tell me ,they have no clue THANKS
NHTSA complaint #11687134 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rear camera just went inverted and rear assist lines are not displayed. Dealer has not been contacted. This is a safety hazard while backing up. I have had no other issues.
NHTSA complaint #11687144 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Rear View Camera has not been working properly for 5-6 years. Sometimes it works to display what is behind he car and at other times there is a blank black screen displaying a message that it's not working. The vehicle is out of warranty, and my local auto mechanic informed me that the cost to investigate and repair it would be very expensive, and recommended against fixing it. It does pose a safety problem, but we have become diligent in looking carefully in the rear view mirror and directly by turning around to ensure that there is nothing behind the car. Also, the warning "beeps" still works when in reverse. I noted that Ford has had many previous recalls regarding the back-up cameras, and wonder how my car has not been included. Please check if there are any recalls that my vehicle would qualify for. Thank you.
NHTSA complaint #11686900 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The inside rear view mirror camera only works on occasion.
NHTSA complaint #11686333 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The backup camera on this 2018 Ford Taurus is faulty. It works intermittently with an image only occasionally being displayed, and often disappearing while backing up. The dealership said it has received many similar complaints for this vehicle.
NHTSA complaint #11686120 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.