2017 Ford Taurus Problems
Compared with other Ford Taurus years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
21/100 0.5× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.5× that of a typical Ford Taurus year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 12 of its 44 complaints were filed by the end of 2019.
- Most reported part: Electrical system (11 complaints, median 31,800 mi).
- 4 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 44filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 32,000miles, 23 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl FWD · 18 city / 27 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Ford Taurus (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 44 consumer complaints for the 2017 Ford Taurus. The part named most often is electrical system, with 11 complaints (25% of the total), followed by other or unknown (9) and body and structure (7). 23 of the complaints include a mileage, and 74% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 32,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 102 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 44 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 7 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 10 Ford Taurus model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 21 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system11 25%
- Other or unknown9 20%
- Body and structure7 16%
- Engine4 9.1%
- Exterior lighting4 9.1%
- Fuel system3 6.8%
- Steering3 6.8%
- Suspension3 6.8%
- Air bags2 4.5%
Also reported: Brakes (1), Engine cooling (1), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “I was travelling on a freeway ~70mph in left hand lane. Without warning the instrument cluster went black and the engine stopped. The vehicle started to decelerate and there was no response from the throttle pedal. An orange box appeared on the left hand side of the speedometer saying 'transmission not in park'. I signaled intention to pull onto left hand shoulder but there was no sound or flashing from the indicator arrow light in the instrument cluster. I braked and the vehicle came to a stop. I put the gear selector into 'park' and depressed engine start button. …”
NHTSA complaint #11203656, filed 2019-04, 25,800 milesOther or unknown: “In a parking lot I put our car in drive and it went into reverse. I stepped on the brake and the brake pedal was very hard to press. I was able to put enough pressure on the brake to stop it from hitting other cars.the Ford did very tests and found no problems with the car.”
NHTSA complaint #11014607, filed 2017-08, 900 milesBody and structure: “The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for rear wheel alignment. The contact stated that rear toe link fractured during the rear alignment process. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,576.”
NHTSA complaint #11550247, filed 2023-10, 74,576 milesEngine: “As I was driving on the highway and trying to accelerate, when the car got to about 55 MPH the engine dropped down to about 10 miles per hour. It stayed there for what felt like 15 or more seconds. The first time was back in november. It happens in february as well”
NHTSA complaint #11192014, filed 2019-03, 27,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
74% of the 23 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 17,000 and 48,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 Ford Taurus. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 11.3% risk |
| Taurus · sedan FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 11.3% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2017 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional, automatic emergency braking not available.
Neighbouring years: 2016: same overall rating; 2018: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2017 Ford Taurus version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Taurus AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Taurus FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Taurus FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Taurus AWD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl · flex-fuel | 6-speed automatic | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Taurus FWD FFV | 3.5L 6-cyl · flex-fuel | 6-speed automatic | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 25V611000Sep 12, 2025Structure › Exterior trimCovers: Ford Taurus 2016–2019
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Taurus vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.
- 20V072000Feb 10, 2020Suspension › RearCovers: Ford Taurus 2013–2018, Flex 2013–2018, Lincoln MKT 2013–2018
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.
- 18V141000Mar 1, 2018Electrical system › IgnitionCovers: Ford Taurus 2017–2018
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Taurus vehicles equipped with mechanical key ignition systems. The keys for these vehicles may be able to be removed from the ignition when transmission is not in the PARK position. As such, these…
- 17V530000Aug 28, 2017SteeringCovers: Ford Taurus 2017, Explorer 2017, Police Interceptor Utilit 2017 +1 more
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Explorer, Taurus and Police Interceptor Utility and Sedan vehicles. The steering gear heat shield fasteners may corrode, allowing the heat shield to detach.
Recall details for the 2017 Ford Taurus → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 102 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037788Sep 30, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system, Transmission and…. 25E10-S1 Owner letter
- 11035464Jul 2, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY HOLD - Emissions Recall 25E10 - Supplement #1 Certain 2018-2020 Model Year F-150 Vehicles With 3.3L Engines and 2016-2019 Model Year Explorer, Taurus, and Flex Vehicles With…
- 11030282Mar 25, 2026Other or unknown, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Lane…. Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Replacement If Required After Dealer Evaluation
- 11029052Feb 24, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system, Body and structure. Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code…
- 11025837Nov 26, 2025Electrical system. This article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure. Some vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit various SYNC performance related concerns including but not…
- 11025611Nov 12, 2025Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025…
- 11008948Oct 10, 2024Other or unknown. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission…
- 11001174May 27, 2024Other or unknown. This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure. Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F-150/Focus/C-MAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/Transit Connect/Mustang, 2017-2018…
- 10254138Apr 24, 2024Equipment. All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should…
- 10251952Mar 6, 2024Engine cooling. For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and…
Other model years of the Ford Taurus
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 18 | 101,500 | 2 | 5 | 21 | — | Rising |
| 2018 | 52 | 52,000 | 4 | 5 | 21 | 11 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2017 | 44 | 32,000 | 4 | 5 | 21 | 21 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2016 | 86 | 58,482 | 4 | 5 | 21 | 33 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2015 | 281 | 68,500 | 6 | 5 | 23 | 93 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 229 | 73,000 | 5 | 5 | 23 | 79 · More | Falling |
| 2013 | 585 | 83,950 | 9 | 5 | 22 | 100 · More | Stable |
| 2012 | 79 | 41,493 | 5 | 4 | 22 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 187 | 63,500 | 4 | 4 | 22 | 90 · More | Rising |
| 2010 | 204 | 46,500 | 3 | — | 22 | 92 · More | Falling |
| 2009 | 64 | 31,375 | 0 | — | 21 | 43 · Typical | Falling |
| 2008 | 175 | 65,406 | 1 | — | 22 | 47 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 149 | 83,000 | 0 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 318 | 86,000 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 774 | 90,000 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 375 | 94,000 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 1,223 | 78,000 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 1,426 | 80,471 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 1,037 | 72,500 | 9 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 1,195 | 70,000 | 8 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 874 | 70,000 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 545 | 87,000 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 770 | 84,324 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 825 | 95,000 | 6 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 1,205 | 91,700 | 5 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 923 | 94,269 | 4 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 1,557 | 105,000 | 6 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 681 | 101,377 | 5 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 649 | 96,929 | 4 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 381 | 100,000 | 6 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 562 | 95,373 | 5 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 333 | 110,000 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 255 | 66,673 | 8 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1986 | 101 | — | 8 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
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Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Ford Taurus have?
NHTSA recorded 44 consumer complaints for the 2017 Ford Taurus as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Ford Taurus is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 11 complaints (25% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 9.
Has the 2017 Ford Taurus been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2017 Ford Taurus do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2017 Ford Taurus 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Ford Taurus get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Ford Taurus (Taurus FWD, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 18 city and 27 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2017 Ford Taurus reported?
Among the 23 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 32,000 miles and the middle half falls between 17,000 and 48,000 miles; 74% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.