1995 Ford Taurus SHO Problems & Complaints

Better than average71% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Taurus SHO at the same age

Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 1995 Ford Taurus SHO with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 71% fewer than a typical Taurus SHO model year at the same age, making the 1995 one of the better Taurus SHO years. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (2 complaints, typically around 99,000 miles). 2 recalls cover this model year.

9complaints
2recalls
1crashes
1fires
1injuries
0deaths

Most common 1995 Ford Taurus SHO problems

  • Electrical system~99,000 miles
    222%
  • Brakes~105,000 miles
    222%
  • Wheels & tires~115,000 miles
    222%
  • Suspension~120,000 miles
    111%
  • Speed control & acceleration~141,000 miles
    111%
  • Body & structure~149,000 miles
    111%

Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Ford Taurus SHO complaints by model year

19951996199719981999924301021
Owner complaints per model year, Ford Taurus SHO. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Taurus SHO years: 1995, 1998. Years to avoid: 1997, 1999. Compare all years →

1995 Ford Taurus SHO recalls (2)

Vehicle speed control › Cruise control

NHTSA recall 08V-051 · Feb 4, 2008 · 225,000 vehicles

Ford is recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 Mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 Lincoln town car vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on February 18, 2008. Owners May contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Vehicle speed control

NHTSA recall 07V-336 · Aug 3, 2007 · 3,600,000 vehicles

On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch May, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.

Remedy: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. Owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected…

1995 Ford Taurus SHO engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.0L 6-cyl5-speed manualFWD16 / 24 / 19
3.2L 6-cyl4-speed automaticFWD16 / 24 / 19

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 1995 Ford Taurus SHO a good car?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Taurus SHO rates better than average: 71% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Taurus SHO at the same age. It is one of the best Taurus SHO years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 1995 Ford Taurus SHO?

The electrical system — 2 complaints, 22% of all complaints for this model year, most often about ignition. Next are the brakes (2) and wheels & tires (2).

How many recalls does the 1995 Ford Taurus SHO have?

There are 2 recalls for the 1995 Ford Taurus SHO, the most recent from February 4, 2008 (cruise control). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Ford Taurus SHO?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1995 and 1998. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1997 and 1999. See the full Ford Taurus SHO years comparison.

At what mileage do 1995 Ford Taurus SHO problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 115,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.