2005 Ford Taurus
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 4 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 101 |
| 1987 | 255 |
| 1988 | 333 |
| 1989 | 562 |
| 1990 | 381 |
| 1991 | 649 |
| 1992 | 681 |
| 1993 | 1557 |
| 1994 | 923 |
| 1995 | 1205 |
| 1996 | 825 |
| 1997 | 770 |
| 1998 | 545 |
| 1999 | 874 |
| 2000 | 1195 |
| 2001 | 1037 |
| 2002 | 1426 |
| 2003 | 1223 |
| 2004 | 375 |
| 2005 | 774 |
| 2006 | 318 |
| 2007 | 149 |
| 2008 | 175 |
| 2009 | 64 |
| 2010 | 202 |
| 2011 | 187 |
| 2012 | 78 |
| 2013 | 579 |
| 2014 | 227 |
| 2015 | 253 |
| 2016 | 75 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2019 | 11 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
66% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 513 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AS I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON THE HIGHWAY THE CAR BEGAN TO ACCELERATE BY ITSELF THE BRAKES WERE NOT ABLE TO SLOW THE CAR DOWN THE BRAKES WERE GRINDING IT AGAINST THE ACCELERATOR THE ACCELERATOR OR THE GRPM WAS OVER 3000 I MANAGED TO GET THE CAR OFF OF...
NHTSA ODI report, 20190928
WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND JUMPED OVER A RAISED CURB, SMASHING INTO THE WALL OF THE U.S. POST OFFICE IN DEPERE, WI. THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AND THERE WAS $2100 IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120330
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR BOARD, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120313
10% of complaints: power train — 75 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY9% of complaints: engine — 68 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
I was on my way to work. When I came to the stop sign to turn on the main road. I felt my car jerk. I thought it was weird and kept driving anyways. Then I noticed the resistance was gone from the gas pedal and it went straight to the floor.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231003
6% of complaints: power train — 44 distinct reports on file.
FIRE4% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 33 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
ENGINE STALLING FFV
Stuck throttle
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.
Campaign 16E026000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Ford Taurus — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (513 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (75 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (68 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16E026000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2005 Ford Taurus reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Ford Taurus is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford Taurus?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Ford Taurus have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.