Ford SHO (taurus) Problems by Year
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Ford SHO (taurus), across 3 model years (1996–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Ford SHO (taurus) years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SHO (taurus) model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 SHO (taurus): 8 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 SHO (taurus): 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 SHO (taurus): 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Ford SHO (taurus) problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ford SHO (taurus) model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 SHO (taurus) | 8 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 1998 SHO (taurus) | 4 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 1996 SHO (taurus) | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ford SHO (taurus) years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (8), 1998 (4), 1996 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Ford SHO (taurus)?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 4 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Ford SHO (taurus) have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.