2018 Ford Taurus Back-over prevention (rear camera) Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 29%of 52 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the back-over prevention of the 2018 Ford Taurus, 29% of the 52 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The backup camera on my vehicle does not work. The screen is all white which prevents me from seeing behind the car. Ford had a recall for the same problem on other car models but not for the 2018 Taurus.”
NHTSA complaint #11634026, filed 2025-01, 109,767 miles“The apim has failed on my car. The dealer has confirmed that. The media console that controls heat/air, radio, rearview camera and car settings has failed. I can not use my rear view camera. It just seemed to fail randomly. One day the screen just shut off while driving.”
NHTSA complaint #11524933, filed 2023-06“The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed an upside down or blank image. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the model and VIN were not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11664262, filed 2025-06, 130,000 miles“The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in Reverse (R), the rearview camera displayed a blank screen. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11771689, filed 2026-10, 50,000 miles“The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera malfunctioned, causing a rear visibility hazard for the driver. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. During the failure, there was a solid blue or black screen displayed, without an image displayed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 60,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11683076, filed 2025-08, 60,000 milesRelated recalls
- 25V695000Oct 13, 2025Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion…Covers: Ford Taurus 2015–2016, 2018–2019, Flex 2015–2019, Escape 2015–2016 +7 more
Back-over prevention (rear camera): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 9 | 50% |
| 2018 | 15 | 29% |
| 2017 | 2 | 5% |
| 2016 | 30 | 34% |
| 2015 | 64 | 23% |
| 2014 | 6 | 3% |
| 2013 | 9 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 | 2 | 1% |
| 2002 | 1 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2018 Ford Taurus
11 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 Ford Taurus
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology