2019 Ford Taurus

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2019 Ford Taurus
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:22:27.175Z

Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2019

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Complaints per year

1981: 2 complaints 1981 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 4 complaints 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 104 complaints 1987: 259 complaints 1987 1988: 341 complaints 1989: 570 complaints 1990: 392 complaints 1991: 659 complaints 1992: 694 complaints 1992 1993: 1,565 complaints 1994: 931 complaints 1995: 1,208 complaints 1996: 825 complaints 1997: 770 complaints 1997 1998: 545 complaints 1999: 874 complaints 2000: 1,195 complaints 2001: 1,037 complaints 2002: 1,426 complaints 2002 2003: 1,223 complaints 2004: 375 complaints 2005: 774 complaints 2006: 318 complaints 2007: 149 complaints 2007 2008: 175 complaints 2009: 64 complaints 2010: 204 complaints 2011: 187 complaints 2012: 79 complaints 2012 2013: 585 complaints 2014: 229 complaints 2015: 272 complaints 2016: 83 complaints 2017: 44 complaints 2018: 47 complaints 2019: 16 complaints 2019 16
1981: 2 complaints 1981 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 4 complaints 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 104 complaints 1987: 259 complaints 1988: 341 complaints 1988 1989: 570 complaints 1990: 392 complaints 1991: 659 complaints 1991 1992: 694 complaints 1993: 1,565 complaints 1994: 931 complaints 1994 1995: 1,208 complaints 1996: 825 complaints 1997: 770 complaints 1997 1998: 545 complaints 1999: 874 complaints 2000: 1,195 complaints 2000 2001: 1,037 complaints 2002: 1,426 complaints 2003: 1,223 complaints 2003 2004: 375 complaints 2005: 774 complaints 2006: 318 complaints 2006 2007: 149 complaints 2008: 175 complaints 2009: 64 complaints 2009 2010: 204 complaints 2011: 187 complaints 2012: 79 complaints 2012 2013: 585 complaints 2014: 229 complaints 2015: 272 complaints 2015 2016: 83 complaints 2017: 44 complaints 2018: 47 complaints 2019: 16 complaints 2019 16
1981: 2 complaints 1981 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 104 complaints 1986 1987: 259 complaints 1988: 341 complaints 1988 1989: 570 complaints 1990: 392 complaints 1990 1991: 659 complaints 1992: 694 complaints 1992 1993: 1,565 complaints 1994: 931 complaints 1994 1995: 1,208 complaints 1996: 825 complaints 1996 1997: 770 complaints 1998: 545 complaints 1998 1999: 874 complaints 2000: 1,195 complaints 2000 2001: 1,037 complaints 2002: 1,426 complaints 2002 2003: 1,223 complaints 2004: 375 complaints 2004 2005: 774 complaints 2006: 318 complaints 2006 2007: 149 complaints 2008: 175 complaints 2008 2009: 64 complaints 2010: 204 complaints 2010 2011: 187 complaints 2012: 79 complaints 2012 2013: 585 complaints 2014: 229 complaints 2014 2015: 272 complaints 2016: 83 complaints 2016 2017: 44 complaints 2018: 47 complaints 2019: 16 complaints 2019 16

2019: 16 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19812
19831
19844
19852
1986104
1987259
1988341
1989570
1990392
1991659
1992694
19931,565
1994931
19951,208
1996825
1997770
1998545
1999874
20001,195
20011,037
20021,426
20031,223
2004375
2005774
2006318
2007149
2008175
200964
2010204
2011187
201279
2013585
2014229
2015272
201683
201744
201847
201916

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Back over prevention

7 of 16 total reports mention: back over prevention, most commonly citing rearview system braking.

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The contact owns a 2019 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the camera was blank, causing the contact to reverse into a pole in a parking lot. The contact stated that the trunk was bent and there was a hole in the bumper.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-07

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rearview camera was inoperative. No warning lights were illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-17

See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-22

Lane departure

2 of 16 total reports mention: lane departure, most commonly citing blind spot detection.

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 16 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

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The contact owns a 2019 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the heater and air conditioning system failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the water pump was leaking coolant.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-09

Visibility/wiper

1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

Suspension

1 of 16 total reports mentions: suspension.

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Worn out rear suspension toe links at low mileage. Taurus SHO model years 2013-2018 were recalled for the same issue. The problem persists in Model Year 2019.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-16

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2026-01-02Back over prevention25V695000 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.

  2. R
    2026-02-20Structure25V611000 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.

Buy-smart checklist

2019 Ford Taurus — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Back over prevention: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Lane departure: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 25V695000 · Back over prevention
  • Recall 25V611000 · Structure

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Ford Taurus 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 2019 Ford Taurus?
The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Ford Taurus have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.