Ford Taurus 2016 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Ford Taurus 2016 and 85 complaints filed by owners. It's the model year with the most complaints for the Ford Taurus between 2016 and 2019.

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Ford Taurus 2016

Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 25V695000 · 2025-10-13

What happens

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.

Consequence

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.

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. 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.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 25V695000

Structure and body
NHTSA campaign 25V611000 · 2025-09-12

What happens

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Taurus vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.

Consequence

Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 25V611000

Suspension
NHTSA campaign 20V072000 · 2020-02-10

What happens

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.

Consequence

A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners were notified about the recall on March 3, 2020. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts become available, which is currently expected to be the end of September 2020. The recall began October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Lincoln customer service at 1-800-521-4140. Ford's number for this recall is 20S04.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 20V072000

Engine and cooling
NHTSA campaign 16V925000 · 2016-12-22

What happens

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.

Consequence

An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S46.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 16V925000

Complaints from other owners

85 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

4 with a crash · 1 with a fire · 3 injuries

Most reported problems on the Ford Taurus 2016

• Backup camera and sensors: 28 (33% of complaints)
• Engine: 12 (14% of complaints)
• Steering: 8 (9% of complaints)
• Fuel and propulsion: 7 (8% of complaints)
• Structure and body: 6 (7% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Ford Taurus 2016

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Shift into reverse several times and make sure the camera always displays.
• Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
• The wheel should be centered going straight, with no vibration, noises when turning or stiffness.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Ford Taurus recalls by year

• 2016 : 4 recalls · 85 complaints
• 2017 : 4 recalls · 44 complaints
• 2018 : 4 recalls · 52 complaints
• 2019 : 2 recalls · 18 complaints

Guides for this check

• What is a car recall and how to get it fixed for free
• Pre-purchase inspection for a used car: what to check
• Questions to ask the seller of a used car

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Ford Taurus 2016 have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Ford Taurus 2016. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Ford Taurus 2016?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: backup camera and sensors (28 of 85 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.