2014 Ford Taurus Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 3%of 229 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 24,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the visibility of the 2014 Ford Taurus, 3% of the 229 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 24,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“About half the time, when windshield wipers are turned on, they will not shut off. I haven't experienced them turning on suddenly as I drive. They stay on when I turn them on. The headlights stay on as well. Even when turning lights off, the wipers remain. This causes them to be on while it's dry resulting in a dragging wipe and noise. It can also cause a minor smudge. I've had the car since june 2016 and this has always been an issue. To turn them on causes hesitation as they may not turn off any time soon. …”
NHTSA complaint #11047974, filed 2017-11, 25,000 miles“Ford needs to investigate the durability of the front windshield on the 2014 model Taurus. I own two 2014 Taurus and within the first 6months of ownership, I have had to replace the windshields on both vehicles. Both vehs were hit in the same spot opposite sides with a rock and a cracked formed from one side to other within 4hrs of the incident. Each time we were traveling no more that 40/45 MPH due to moderate traffic. Both windshields costing me $600 out of pocket. …”
NHTSA complaint #10625786, filed 2014-08, 6,600 miles“Was driving my 2014 Ford Taurus, slowed down to merge from one interstate to another when all of a sudden, there is loud boom over my head like a bolder has hit the top of my car. Didn't see anyone around on foot. Nothing bounced off my car. No one around me pulled off to side like they were hit in case something did bounce off. After a few seconds, I hear this crackling all around my roof. I pull the inside cover back and see my glass is completely shattered and pieces are missing out. Glass is pointing up, like what happened came from inside the car not outside. …”
NHTSA complaint #10644813, filed 2014-10, 24,000 miles“Driving about 35 MPH on a city street when warning came up that said power steering assist failure, and advance trac needs service, also turn signals will not stay on unless holding lever. Power steering went out very hard to control car. Took to mechanic had to have complete rack and pinion replaced only 55,200 miles on car same problem from other year models that are recalled but not for this model year.”
NHTSA complaint #11040426, filed 2017-10, 55,200 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while entering the vehicle, she noticed that the front passenger's side window was cracked. The glass was replaced at the residence by Delhi Glass Repair mobile technician. Additionally, the contact stated while reversing, she noticed that the rear windshield was cracked at the center. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. …”
NHTSA complaint #11586091, filed 2024-04, 65,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10057834Jul 1, 2015Ford: no service action is recommended for this condition. Please use at your discretion. Various 2010-2015 vehicles may experience a turbulence noise, similar to an helicopter…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 6% |
| 2018 | 2 | 4% |
| 2015 | 4 | 1% |
| 2014 | 6 | 3% |
| 2013 | 7 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 3% |
| 2011 | 4 | 2% |
| 2010 | 5 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 4 | 3% |
| 2006 | 9 | 3% |
| 2005 | 12 | 2% |
| 2004 | 12 | 3% |
| 2003 | 196 | 16% |
| 2002 | 100 | 7% |
| 2001 | 39 | 4% |
| 2000 | 45 | 4% |
| 1999 | 59 | 7% |
| 1998 | 17 | 3% |
| 1997 | 57 | 7% |
| 1996 | 55 | 7% |
| 1995 | 38 | 3% |
| 1994 | 30 | 3% |
| 1993 | 157 | 10% |
| 1992 | 43 | 6% |
| 1991 | 19 | 3% |
| 1990 | 24 | 6% |
| 1989 | 14 | 2% |
| 1988 | 11 | 3% |
| 1987 | 10 | 4% |
| 1986 | 6 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2014 Ford Taurus
71 complaintsSteering
64 complaintsElectrical system
29 complaintsOther or unknown
20 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsExterior lighting
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
6 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Ford Taurus
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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