Ford Taurus Fuel/propulsion System Problems
Owners have filed 308 complaints with NHTSA about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Ford Taurus across 20 model years. The 2013 model year has the most (96). The words owners use most often: “fuel pump” (33% of reports).
- 308fuel/propulsion system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 43%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel pump: mentioned in 101 of 308 complaints (33%)
- Control cable: mentioned in 16 of 308 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do fuel/propulsion system problems happen?
Based on 251 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 308 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 5 a fire.
Ford Taurus fuel/propulsion system complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel/propulsion System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Taurus | 1 | 2% | 5,500 |
| 2017 Taurus | 3 | 7% | — |
| 2016 Taurus | 7 | 8% | 113,000 |
| 2015 Taurus | 53 | 19% | 75,000 |
| 2014 Taurus | 55 | 24% | 82,057 |
| 2013 Taurus | 96 | 16% | 80,000 |
| 2012 Taurus | 2 | 3% | 78,000 |
| 2011 Taurus | 2 | 1% | 73,000 |
| 2010 Taurus | 7 | 3% | 37,500 |
| 2009 Taurus | 2 | 3% | 90,000 |
| 2008 Taurus | 4 | 2% | 142,500 |
| 2007 Taurus | 6 | 4% | 85,000 |
| 2006 Taurus | 12 | 4% | 92,000 |
| 2005 Taurus | 29 | 4% | 101,500 |
| 2004 Taurus | 7 | 2% | 111,550 |
| 2003 Taurus | 6 | 0% | 131,500 |
| 2002 Taurus | 8 | 1% | 137,120 |
| 2001 Taurus | 5 | 0% | 184,500 |
| 2000 Taurus | 2 | 0% | 137,012 |
| 1997 Taurus | 1 | 0% | 162,846 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists fuel/propulsion system for the Ford Taurus. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
This car has left me stranded multiple times. Took to dealership to find out the fuel pump that had been replaced at 90,000 was dead. Catalytic converter replaced at 125,000. Replaced fuel pump control module, fuel pump and sending unit for the 2nd time in 2014 Ford Taurus SEL AWD with 132,000…
Unknown
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…
Cylinder two misfire. Replaced coil pack, wires and all spark plugs. Problem reoccurring.
There is a recall on 2014 Ford Taurusâ but my VIN does not pop as one that is effective, yet I have all the symptoms. My fuel pump control module, and other various parts of my fuel pump keep failing. Completely lost power in my gas pedal today while on the highway. Couldnât speed up or do…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Tauruss have fuel/propulsion system problems?
No. NHTSA has 308 owner complaints about fuel/propulsion system for the Ford Taurus. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Ford Taurus fuel/propulsion system?
No recall currently lists fuel/propulsion system for this vehicle.
What do owners say about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Ford Taurus?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel pump”, in 101 of 308 complaints, followed by “control cable” (16).
Other Ford Taurus problems
- Suspension problems (2,734)
- Power Train problems (1,895)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (1,800)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (1,312)
- Steering problems (995)
- Electrical System problems (888)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (683)
- Visibility problems (643)
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