2014 Ford Taurus
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Fuel System
Fuel System leads by volume: 71 of 229 complaints (31%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (7) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 583 in 2013 to 229 in 2014.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | vs. 2014 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–3,100 | 2,500–3,100 | 2,400–3,100 | 2,400–3,100 | 2,700–3,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 20–22 | 20–25 | 20–26 | 20–26 | 19–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–18 / 24–28 | 17–22 / 25–31 | 17–22 / 25–32 | 17–22 / 25–32 | 16–20 / 24–29 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 404–444 | 350–446 | 347–446 | 347–450 | 387–473 | |
| Complaints filed | 78 | 583 | 229 | 271 | 80 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 9 | 5 | 6 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 20 | 13 | 12 | 4 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 25 | 9 | 6 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Taurus have?
5 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Ford Taurus?
Fuel System: 71 of 229 NHTSA complaints (31%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Ford Taurus get?
EPA rates it 20–26 MPG combined across 6 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Ford Taurus?
EPA estimates $2,400–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 17 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 446 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 22 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | $2,400 (low) | 347 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Large Cars | 19 mpg | 28 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,700 | 395 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Large Cars | 18 mpg | 26 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 426 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 18 mpg | 26 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 426 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 19 mpg | 28 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,700 | 395 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 71 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 64 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 7 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 15 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (5)
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT · Campaign 20V692000 · Nov 10, 2020
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Explorer, 2014-2015 Taurus and 2014 Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 2.3L engines and front wheel drive. The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.
Consequence: The failed bracket could result in a loss of park function which can cause unintended vehicle movement, and loss of motive power while driving which increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk December 8, 2020. A second letter will be mailed when parts become available in January 2021. The recall began February 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S63.
SUSPENSION:REAR · Campaign 20V072000 · Feb 11, 2020
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
Consequence: A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners were notified about the recall on March 3, 2020. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts become available, which is currently expected to be the end of September 2020. The recall began October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Lincoln customer service at 1-800-521-4140. Ford's number for this recall is 20S04.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · Campaign 16V621000 · Aug 25, 2016
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
Consequence: A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT · Campaign 14V393000 · Jul 2, 2014
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
Consequence: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING · Campaign 14V285000 · May 29, 2014
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. When used in areas that use road salt, the license plate lamp assembly may experience an electro-chemical reaction and corrosion as a result of water intrusion.
Consequence: This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the license plate lamp assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S08. Note: Under program 14R01, Ford will notify owners in non-corrosion states, and, at the customer's request, dealers will replace the license plate lamp assembly.