2015 Ford Taurus
Common Problems
Ranked from 111 federal NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
16 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Rearview Camera Display Failure
29complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe rearview camera intermittently fails to display a clear image, showing blank, distorted, or upside-down images.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Intermittent Rearview Camera Functionality
22complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe rearview camera intermittently functions improperly, displaying blank, distorted, or upside-down images while reversing.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Engine Stall During Driving
18complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine unexpectedly stalled while driving, often without any warning lights.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Fuel System Failure Causing Stalling
18complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel pump or module failed, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 16V621000, 15V605000
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Electrical System Failure Causing Power Loss
13complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe electrical system failed, leading to loss of power and difficulty controlling the vehicle.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Steering Malfunction Causing Loss of Control
12complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering system failed, making it extremely difficult to control the vehicle.
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Fuel Pump Module Failure
8complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe fuel pump module intermittently fails, causing the vehicle to stall or fail to start.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 16V621000, 15V605000
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Power Steering Failure
5complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering system suddenly fails, making it difficult to steer the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Suspension Component Failure
5complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension components such as toe links and knuckles fail, leading to vehicle instability and difficulty in turning.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V072000
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Fuel System Issues
4complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel system experiences issues such as fuel pump failure, fuel line leaks, and sudden loss of power, potentially leading to stalling.
Related recalls: 16V621000, 15V605000
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Steering Lock-up or Loss
4complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering wheel locks up or loses power, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Suspension Problems
4complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension components such as tow links and shock absorbers fail, causing the vehicle to shake and drift, increasing the risk of accidents.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 20V072000
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Loss of Power at Highway Speeds
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences a sudden loss of power at highway speeds, often resulting in a limp mode.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Uncontrolled Rollaway
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe 2015 Ford Taurus rolled backwards uncontrollably, resulting in a crash and injury to the front passenger.
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Windshield Washer Pump Failure
2complaintsLow severityOtherThe windshield washer pump fails, leading to reduced visibility and potential hazards.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.