2019 Ford Taurus
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
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2019
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2019: 16 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 1,565 |
| 1994 | 931 |
| 1995 | 1,208 |
| 1996 | 825 |
| 1997 | 770 |
| 1998 | 545 |
| 1999 | 874 |
| 2000 | 1,195 |
| 2001 | 1,037 |
| 2002 | 1,426 |
| 2003 | 1,223 |
| 2004 | 375 |
| 2005 | 774 |
| 2006 | 318 |
| 2007 | 149 |
| 2008 | 175 |
| 2009 | 64 |
| 2010 | 204 |
| 2011 | 187 |
| 2012 | 79 |
| 2013 | 585 |
| 2014 | 229 |
| 2015 | 272 |
| 2016 | 83 |
| 2017 | 44 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 16 |
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.
Show complaint excerpts
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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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.
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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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- 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.