Of the 7 visibility complaints filed for the 2006 Ford Taurus,
here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
0 (0%)
25-50k
1 (50%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
1 (50%)
150k+
0 (0%)
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted.
Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits
and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 7 model years of Ford Taurus in our records for visibility problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA visibility complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 19 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
On certain trucks, passenger cars and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease being applied to the output shaft gear
After a period of continuous use on the high speed setting, lack of grease on the output shaft gear may cause the gear to distort or fracture during operation resulting in a loss of wiper function. Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiper motor for the presence of grease and grease the wiper motor gears if necessary. The recall began on november 22, 2005. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 or Lincoln/mercury at 1-800-521-4140.
What owners are reporting
3 most recent
visibility
· filed 12/28/2006
Tl* - the contact stated that passenger's side mirror appeared to show objects further than it should. The contact took vehicle back to the dealership, and they told him that the mirror was the standard regulation mirror for all vehicles, and that they could not remove it and replace with a regular mirror. The contact stated that the passenger side mirror should be the same as the driver's…
visibility · 25,000 mi
· filed 12/27/2007
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Ford taurus. The contact stated that the air bag indicator light illuminated intermittently and the service engine light remained illuminated. The mechanic performed a tune-up; however, the lights remained illuminated. In addition, the driver's side power window would go down but would not rise up. As of december 27, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle.…
visibility · 128,000 mi
· filed 12/26/2012
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Ford taurus. The contact stated that during precipitation, water would leak into the vehicle through the windshield, causing the heater and air conditioning motor to shorten. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the windshield failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 128,000.
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Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2006 Ford Taurus?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 7 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Based on the 7 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 73,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover visibility issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Ford/Taurus.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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