2015 Ford Taurus
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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 | 104 |
| 1987 | 259 |
| 1988 | 341 |
| 1989 | 570 |
| 1990 | 392 |
| 1991 | 659 |
| 1992 | 694 |
| 1993 | 1565 |
| 1994 | 931 |
| 1995 | 1208 |
| 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 | 204 |
| 2011 | 187 |
| 2012 | 78 |
| 2013 | 583 |
| 2014 | 228 |
| 2015 | 267 |
| 2016 | 79 |
| 2017 | 44 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 15 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
20% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 53 distinct reports on file.
19% of complaints: back over prevention — 52 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rearview system braking and warnings.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera went blank, and the vehicle crashed into a fence. The contact stated that the trunk was dented, and the rear-view camera was damaged.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260730
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260708
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260804
19% of complaints: steering — 50 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CAR WAS IDLING IN PARK. PUSH BUTTON START/STOP WAS PUSHED TO SHUT OFF ENGINE AND AT THAT INSTANT, CAR WAS RELEASED FROM PARK, ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO TREE, INJURING RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER. NO ONE IN DRIVER'S SEAT. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20141013
Also filed under POWER TRAIN and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
12% of complaints: engine — 32 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Airbags failed to deploy in a right front collision with a deer. Banged head off steering wheel. GEICO repaired over 8000 in damage. Took 19 days to repair.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250311
Also filed under AIR BAGS and SERVICE BRAKES
I seen that you are looking into the timing issues on Ford vehicles, My 2015 Taurus had its timing chain replaced just last Christmas 2025 that cost me over $6,000 to repair, I would not be even saying anything about this but my wifes 2014 Ford Edge...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260804
12% of complaints: electrical system — 31 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015, Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 21, 2015, and 2015-2016 Ford Explorer...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the operation of the parking brake system, and if necessary, replace the parking brake control assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015.
Campaign 15V464000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 15V605000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 16V621000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners were notified about the recall on March 3, 2020.
Campaign 20V072000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Explorer, 2014-2015 Taurus and 2014 Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 2.3L engines and front wheel drive. The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk December 8, 2020.
Campaign 20V692000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years.
Campaign 25V695000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2015 Ford Taurus — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (53 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for back over prevention issues (52 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (50 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V464000 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V605000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V621000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V072000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V692000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V695000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Ford Taurus reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Ford Taurus is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Taurus?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Taurus have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.