Ford Taurus X Problems by Year
NHTSA has 164 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Ford Taurus X, across 2 model years (2008–2009). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (153). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Ford Taurus X years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Taurus X model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 Taurus X: 153 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 Taurus X: 11 complaints, 1 recall
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 Taurus X problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 45 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 44 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 26 | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 18 | 2 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Visibility | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ford Taurus X model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Taurus X | 11 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2008 Taurus X | 153 | 1 | — | Steering |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Taurus X years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (153), 2009 (11). 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 Taurus X?
Power Train, with 45 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Ford Taurus X have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.