MYRModel Year Report

2018 Ford Taurus

▲ Better than typical
2018 Ford Taurus
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:03:39.683Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Taurus Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 1981: 2 complaints 1981 1983: 1 complaints 1984: 4 complaints 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 101 complaints 1987: 255 complaints 1987 1988: 333 complaints 1989: 562 complaints 1990: 381 complaints 1991: 649 complaints 1992: 681 complaints 1992 1993: 1557 complaints 1994: 923 complaints 1995: 1205 complaints 1996: 825 complaints 1997: 770 complaints 1997 1998: 545 complaints 1999: 874 complaints 2000: 1195 complaints 2001: 1037 complaints 2002: 1426 complaints 2002 2003: 1223 complaints 2004: 375 complaints 2005: 774 complaints 2006: 318 complaints 2007: 149 complaints 2007 2008: 175 complaints 2009: 64 complaints 2010: 202 complaints 2011: 187 complaints 2012: 78 complaints 2012 2013: 579 complaints 2014: 227 complaints 2015: 253 complaints 2016: 75 complaints 2017: 43 complaints 2017 2018: 45 complaints 2018 2019: 11 complaints 2019
2018: 45 complaints
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YearComplaints
19812
19831
19844
19852
1986101
1987255
1988333
1989562
1990381
1991649
1992681
19931557
1994923
19951205
1996825
1997770
1998545
1999874
20001195
20011037
20021426
20031223
2004375
2005774
2006318
2007149
2008175
200964
2010202
2011187
201278
2013579
2014227
2015253
201675
201743
201845
201911

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STRUCTURE 18%

18% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.

BACK OVER PREVENTION 16%

16% of complaints: back over prevention — 7 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving up a ramp at 65 mph, the transmission, brakes, steering, and engine became inoperable, and the vehicle shut down and crashed into the side railing.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231124

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 9%

9% of complaints: suspension — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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Rear adjustable lataral arm and ball joint (RH) on rear wheel broke, while driving spun car in the road. Had to replace part and take vehicle to Ford dealership to get car allined and have car inspected for other damage.

NHTSA ODI report, 20221014

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180511 — electrical system, power train

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Taurus vehicles equipped with mechanical key ignition systems. The keys for these vehicles may be able to be removed from the ignition when transmission is not in the PARK position.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C02.

Campaign 18V141000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20201028 — suspension

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

R 20260102 — back over prevention

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

R 20260220 — structure

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Taurus vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.

Remedy: Dealers will repair or replace the B-pillar trim as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 20, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S91.

Campaign 25V611000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Ford Taurus — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for back over prevention issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V141000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V072000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V695000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V611000 (structure) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2017 ▲ 2009 ▲ 2016

WORST YEARS

■ 1993 ■ 2002 ■ 2003

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Ford Taurus reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Ford Taurus is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Taurus?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Taurus have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.