1999 Ford Taurus SHO
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1999
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 21 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 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
11 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 Ford Taurus SHO. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle began to decelerate and black smoke rose from the engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-09-24
Suspension
4 of 21 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing coil springs and rear.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
Driving down the street in which I live going 30 MPH, I depressed the brake pedal to turn into my driveway. My 11 year old was in the back seat. Suddenly the car began to accelerate after I tapped the brake pedal to turn into my driveway.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-04-24
Driving my car down the street in which I live with child in back seat. I tapped the brake to pull into my driveway and car began to accelerate from 30 MPH to 60 MPH in seconds.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-04-18
Visibility
1 of 21 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing fan/motor.
Steering
1 of 21 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2004-05-24Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-08-16 Front suspension coil spring fracture
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2016-05-26Service brakes, hydraulic16E026000 Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598,...
Remedy: Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Ford Taurus SHO — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16E026000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 Ford Taurus SHO?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Ford Taurus SHO have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.