Across 2 model years, the Ford Taurus X has 164 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and steering. 2008 drew the most complaints (153), 2009 the fewest (11).
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Ford Taurus X vehicles (US, public record). Typical used asking price $4,825–$6,698.
Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.
Highest: 2008 (153 complaints). Lowest: 2009 (11).
Owner sentiment is mixed, heavily dependent on the specific powertrain and maintenance history.
Design flaw where the water pump is located under the timing cover; failure leads to coolant leaking into the oil, potentially causing severe engine damage. A very expensive repair.
Engine cranks for 5-8 seconds before starting inconsistently; may stop cranking midway. Not resolved by replacing fuel pump, battery, spark plugs, coils, starter, or crankshaft position sensor.
Vehicle jerks and stalls when attempting to pass or accelerate hard; restarts normally. Suspected fuel delivery or sensor issue.
Hoses (e.g., windshield washer lines), steering arm boots, and intake manifold gaskets become brittle with age and crack or break upon touch.
Various sensor failures, gauge issues, and accessory malfunctions common to vehicles of this era.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Taurus X. Individual model years are broken down above.
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