Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 11 | — | 1 | Transmission | Limited data |
| 2008 | 153 | — | 1 | Steering | Limited data |
* Complaints compared with the median Taurus X year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Ford Taurus X problems
Latest Ford Taurus X recalls
Air bags › Frontal
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Ford Taurus X should you avoid?
None of the Ford Taurus X years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What are the most common Ford Taurus X problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the transmission & drivetrain (45), steering (44) and speed control & acceleration (26). Transmission complaints peak in the 2008 model year.
How many recalls has the Ford Taurus X had?
1 recall across 2008–2009. The model year with the most is 2008.
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.