Ford Taurus Structure Problems
Owners have filed 549 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the Ford Taurus across 24 model years. The 2003 model year has the most (111). The words owners use most often: “blower motor” (13% of reports).
- 549structure complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 18mention a crash
- 18mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- $520typical repair cost reported by owners
- 33%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.
- Blower motor: mentioned in 72 of 549 complaints (13%)
- Water leaking: mentioned in 33 of 549 complaints (6%)
- Passenger floor: mentioned in 28 of 549 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical structure repair on the Ford Taurus at $520, and half of them between $390 and $990.
Based on 11 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2005–2013), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do structure problems happen?
Based on 323 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 549 complaints, 18 mention a crash, 8 a fire, 18 an injury.
Ford Taurus structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Taurus | 1 | 6% | 180,000 |
| 2018 Taurus | 11 | 22% | 55,000 |
| 2017 Taurus | 7 | 16% | 50,000 |
| 2016 Taurus | 6 | 7% | 105,000 |
| 2015 Taurus | 5 | 2% | 55,050 |
| 2014 Taurus | 4 | 2% | 21,600 |
| 2013 Taurus | 12 | 2% | 68,000 |
| 2012 Taurus | 16 | 20% | 58,000 |
| 2011 Taurus | 12 | 6% | 66,000 |
| 2010 Taurus | 11 | 5% | 5,006 |
| 2008 Taurus | 5 | 3% | 60,000 |
| 2007 Taurus | 8 | 5% | 101,714 |
| 2006 Taurus | 15 | 5% | 62,000 |
| 2005 Taurus | 22 | 3% | 89,542 |
| 2004 Taurus | 17 | 5% | 60,000 |
| 2003 Taurus | 111 | 9% | 57,123 |
| 2002 Taurus | 54 | 4% | 62,000 |
| 2001 Taurus | 38 | 4% | 104,611 |
| 2000 Taurus | 33 | 3% | 87,500 |
| 1999 Taurus | 19 | 2% | 110,000 |
| 1998 Taurus | 22 | 4% | 97,000 |
| 1997 Taurus | 25 | 3% | 80,902 |
| 1996 Taurus | 40 | 5% | 104,500 |
| 1995 Taurus | 55 | 5% | 124,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Structure:exterior trim
Model years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Taurus vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.
Risk: Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the B-pillar trim as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 20, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S91.
Structure:body:door
Model years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured June 1, 2011, to October 31, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation.
Risk: If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S02.
Structure:frame and members
Model years: 1995
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virgnia, and wisconsin. The rear lower subframe mount plate nut can experience stress corrosion cracking if subjected to long term exposure to road salts. This can result in fracture and loss of the structural integrity of the subframe mount attachment. Detachment of the body mounts at the rear corners of the subframe, which supports the engine and transmission, allows the rear corners of the subframe to drop.
Risk: If both rear corners drop, steering would become suddenly very difficult, affecting vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install subframe rear mount bolts, reinforcement plates, and plate nuts.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, the passengerâs side B-pillar trim had detached. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V611000 (Structure). The vehicle was taken to the local…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V611000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V611000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact…
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V611000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the passengerâs side B-Pillar trim became loosened. The…
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Taurus. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V611000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Tauruss have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 549 owner complaints about structure 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 structure?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list structure. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix structure problems on the Ford Taurus?
Owners report a typical cost of $520 (half paid between $390 and $990), from 11 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about structure problems on the Ford Taurus?
The most frequent phrase is “blower motor”, in 72 of 549 complaints, followed by “water leaking” (33).
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)
See all Ford Taurus problems.