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2019 Ford Taurus recalls & problems

The 2019 Ford Taurus has 2 safety recalls and 18 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is back over prevention (9 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints18filed by owners
Crashes · fires2 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2019 Ford Taurus in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Back over preventionOct 13, 2025

Sensing system › Camera

Recall 25V6950001,448,655 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
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. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk
A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Mustang owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
StructureSep 12, 2025

Exterior trim

Recall 25V611000101,944 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Taurus vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.
Risk
Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2019 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk11.3%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2019 Ford Taurus 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk11.3%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2019 Ford Taurus NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2019 Ford Taurus NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Taurus FWD

21mpg combined
City / highway18 / 26 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Taurus FWD FFV FFV

21mpg combined
City / highway18 / 26 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Taurus AWD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Taurus AWD

19mpg combined
City / highway17 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Taurus AWD FFV FFV

19mpg combined
City / highway17 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Back over preventionRearview system braking9100111,661 mi
Engine and engine coolingExhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe2000—
Lane departureBlind spot detection2000—
Unknown or other2000—
Exterior lightingHeadlights1000—
Air bags1101—
Suspension1000—
Electrical system1000—
Structure1000—
Visibility/wiper1000—
Engine1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.