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ProblemsByVin File / 2019-FORD-TAURUS NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2019 · Ford

Ford Taurus problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 11 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

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Reliability score
8.6 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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Should you avoid this 2019 Taurus?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 Taurus · body
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while in reverse(R); the rear-view camera displayed a blank or distorted image. The contact later received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V611000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however,…
12/12/2025 · at 180,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11704662.0
2019 Taurus · electrical
2019 Ford Taurus Limited rearview back up camera is, distorted, or blank with a blue screen, sometimes it flickers on and off when in reverse. It is available for inspection upon request. This is a potential hazard and could cause an accident. It has not been confirmed by a…
09/09/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11685934.0
2019 Taurus · airbags Crash
I had started breaking for impact of a dog on the freeway (had started tapping my breaks as I was slowing down, as there was no way to avoid the dog)…I was hit from the back by a F350 (pulling a full-size horse trailer w/ living quarters & 3 to 4 horses), which was traveling 70…
08/25/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11430565.0
2019 Taurus · suspension
Worn out rear suspension toe links at low mileage. Taurus SHO model years 2013-2018 were recalled for the same issue. The problem persists in Model Year 2019.
06/16/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11594627.0
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 25V611000 September 12, 2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Taurus vehicles

Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the B-pillar trim as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 20, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S91.

Common questions

Is the 2019 Ford Taurus reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Ford Taurus is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2019 Ford Taurus?

On the NHTSA data, the 2019 Ford Taurus does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.6/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2019 Ford Taurus?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Ford Taurus has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 Ford Taurus?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 11 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Ford/Taurus. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Ford. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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