2018 Ford Taurus Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 13%of 52 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 42,079miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the suspension of the 2018 Ford Taurus, 13% of the 52 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 42,079 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Rear toe links have a lot of slack resulting in rear drifting on uneven/slippery ground. This results in poor handling and fishtailing making it significantly harder to maintain control of the vehicle. Extreme caution required during slippery road conditions as the car will start to fishtail on it's own and requires constant corrective steering.”
NHTSA complaint #11713318, filed 2026-01“The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear end of the vehicle shifted while depressing the brake pedal hard. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who informed the contact there was a recall for the failure. The contact called the dealer however, the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not part of the recall. The vehicle was not repaired due to cost. …”
NHTSA complaint #11571849, filed 2024-02, 100,000 miles“The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for routine oil service, the dealer noticed that a tow link was worn and advised the contact that the rear tow links needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 20V072000 (Suspension). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 40,158.”
NHTSA complaint #11420272, filed 2021-06, 40,158 miles“The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while having a routine oil change at the local dealer, she was informed that the driver’s and passenger’s side rear toe links needed to be replaced. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The manufacturer referred her to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V072000 (Suspension). The approximate failure mileage was 17,500.”
NHTSA complaint #11500072, filed 2023-01, 17,500 miles“Components Involved: Engine Block Mounting Boss, Intermediate Shaft Bracket (Service Part # DB5Z-3K305-CA), Factory Bolt (OEM # W500131-S437) Incident Overview: During a low-speed (about 5mph) lateral impact to the front-right wheel against a curb, expected sacrificial suspension damage occurred (snapped CV axle, separated lower ball joint). However, lateral force transferred through the passenger-side intermediate shaft directly into its carrier bearing mounting bracket. …”
NHTSA complaint #11757584, filed 2026-08Related recalls
- 20V072000Feb 10, 2020Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack…Covers: Ford Taurus 2013–2018, Flex 2013–2018, Lincoln MKT 2013–2018
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 6% |
| 2018 | 7 | 13% |
| 2017 | 3 | 7% |
| 2016 | 5 | 6% |
| 2015 | 11 | 4% |
| 2014 | 8 | 3% |
| 2013 | 25 | 4% |
| 2011 | 6 | 3% |
| 2010 | 3 | 1% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 10 | 6% |
| 2007 | 4 | 3% |
| 2006 | 3 | 1% |
| 2005 | 7 | 1% |
| 2004 | 10 | 3% |
| 2003 | 313 | 26% |
| 2002 | 962 | 67% |
| 2001 | 515 | 50% |
| 2000 | 443 | 37% |
| 1999 | 180 | 21% |
| 1998 | 59 | 11% |
| 1997 | 28 | 4% |
| 1996 | 60 | 7% |
| 1995 | 69 | 6% |
| 1994 | 44 | 5% |
| 1993 | 164 | 11% |
| 1992 | 48 | 7% |
| 1991 | 27 | 4% |
| 1990 | 18 | 5% |
| 1989 | 15 | 3% |
| 1988 | 10 | 3% |
| 1987 | 11 | 4% |
| 1986 | 7 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2018 Ford Taurus
15 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsElectrical system
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 28, 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