2009 Ford Taurus X
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 153 |
| 2009 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
4 of 11 total reports mention: power train.
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Put car in drive went forward like a jet hit basketball hoop was cemented in ground.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-06
Also filed under Structure
Have a small power steering leak that turned out to be a racket pinion issue. I've talked to a few people with the same car and they have also had the same issue. Small leak in the same area that turned out to be the racket pinion needing replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-05
Structure
3 of 11 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body and frame and members.
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The contact owns a 2009 Ford Taurus X. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and hauling a trailer, the tow hitch detached from the vehicle, causing the passengerâs side of the trailer to collapse. No one was injured.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-05-01
Steering
2 of 11 total reports mention: steering.
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Suddenly wouldn't turn to the right when stopped, got increasing difficult from stopped position. The faster the vehicle would go the more the steering would loosen up. Makes intersections very dangerous and impossible to maneuver.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-16
Steering suddenly becomes very difficult like the power steering failed. It intermittently has power assist and the fluid level is good. I was told this a well known problem that is more common in the 2008 model.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-23
Trailer hitches
1 of 11 total reports mentions: trailer hitches.
Tires
1 of 11 total reports mentions: tires.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-06-09Air bags16V247000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Ford Taurus X — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V247000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 2009 Ford Taurus X?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Ford Taurus X 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.