Ford Taurus X years to avoid
The Ford Taurus X years to avoid are 2008 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation.
227
Total complaints
1
Recall campaigns
2008–2009
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Taurus X years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | High complaint rate | 210 |
Every Taurus X year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 17 | 1 | |
| 2008avoid | 210 | 1 |
Common questions
What are the worst Ford Taurus X years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Taurus X years to avoid are 2008.
How many recalls does the Ford Taurus X have?
Across all model years, the Taurus X has 1 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 227 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.