The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where the fuel pump was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The mechanic replaced the fuel pump control module and relay, and the vehicle started. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer was not notified of the f…
2014 ford Taurus fuel system problems
moderate 16 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200
Complaints
16
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,200
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD TAURUS. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE FUEL MODULE FAILED, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO SHUDDER, AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE INTO A PARKING LOT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A NEW FUEL PUMP MODULE NEEDED TO BE INSTALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS CURRENTLY BEING REP…
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that …
Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2014 ford Taurus?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 16 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system 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 fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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