1992 Ford Taurus SHO
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 21 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
2 of 3 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Steering
1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing tie rod assembly.
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Ignition module failure, there are no ignition modules (F1sz12a297b) available in the U.S.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-02-12
Also filed under Electrical system
Power train
1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.
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While driving the transmission failed causing vibrating and jerking, there was a hole busted through the left side of the transmission.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-12-19
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing module.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1992 Ford Taurus SHO — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1992 Ford Taurus SHO reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1992 Ford Taurus SHO?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Ford Taurus SHO have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.