2007 Ford Taurus recalls & problems

1 recall 149 complaints 1 investigation

1recalls
149owner complaints
8crashes reported
0fires reported
8 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2007 Ford Taurus and 149 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is vehicle speed control (55 reports), followed by electrical system (31). NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2007 Ford Taurus recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 16E026000 · Apr 1, 2016

Problem: Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are…

Risk: A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.

49,635 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

2007 Ford Taurus problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Vehicle Speed Control 55
303
Electrical System 31
000
Engine and Engine Cooling 22
000
Power Train 18
000
Service Brakes 8
100
Structure 8
000
Engine 7
101
Air Bags 7
303
Unknown or Other 7
101
Fuel/Propulsion System 6
000
Steering 5
000
Visibility 5
000
Suspension 4
000
Equipment 3
000
Tires 3
000
Electronic Stability Control (esc) 3
000
Exterior Lighting 1
000
Fuel System, Gasoline 1
000
Fuel System, Other 1
000
Seats 1
000

NHTSA investigations

Latest owner complaints

Exterior Lighting · Jan 3, 2023 · CA

I bought a 2007 ford Taurus SEL from a dealership Oct ,2020 3 months after having we pulling up to a stop light and it was like the car wanted to take off by it's self and then when the light turned green we started to drive and it just shut off in the middle of traffic we had to get out and push it to the side almost got hit by the car behind us and the on coming cars I've…

Electrical System · Jan 3, 2023 · CA

I bought a 2007 ford Taurus SEL from a dealership Oct ,2020 3 months after having we pulling up to a stop light and it was like the car wanted to take off by it's self and then when the light turned green we started to drive and it just shut off in the middle of traffic we had to get out and push it to the side almost got hit by the car behind us and the on coming cars I've…

Steering · Jan 3, 2023 · CA

I bought a 2007 ford Taurus SEL from a dealership Oct ,2020 3 months after having we pulling up to a stop light and it was like the car wanted to take off by it's self and then when the light turned green we started to drive and it just shut off in the middle of traffic we had to get out and push it to the side almost got hit by the car behind us and the on coming cars I've…

Service Brakes · May 21, 2022 · MO

Severely rusted brake line to the driver side real brake ruptured and caused loss of brake function and emptying of the single brake fluid reservoir. I cannot currently find the ruptured line segment, but a portion of the other rear brake line was similarly rusted prompting preventative repair. Fortunately, my wife was driving at low speed and was able to maneuver the car into…

Suspension · May 16, 2022 · 163,000 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2007 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was receiving routine service, she was notified that the camber toe adjustment kit, suspension, and steering needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 163,000.

Unknown or Other · Aug 5, 2021 · GA

Basically I was driving and stopped and my house and while in ideal the wiring under the hood and under the fender into the dash all started to melt together shorting the systems so I tried to repair and replace the parts due to being a used vehicle and didn't know how to report this until now. So I cut the melted chunk of wiring harnesses out and trashed it. But I stopped due…

Electrical System · Aug 5, 2021 · GA

Basically I was driving and stopped and my house and while in ideal the wiring under the hood and under the fender into the dash all started to melt together shorting the systems so I tried to repair and replace the parts due to being a used vehicle and didn't know how to report this until now. So I cut the melted chunk of wiring harnesses out and trashed it. But I stopped due…

Unknown or Other · Jul 17, 2020 · 170,000 miles · IN · crash · 1 injured

As I'm driving down the road my 2007 ford taurus has started to accelerate on it's own. On july 9 this incident occurred and I was involved in a car accident hitting a tree. When I start my car it will rev up to 2 RPM and I have to push the gas to bring it back down. My mechanic has changed the o2 sensor and several other things. I believe this issue is fairly common but needs…

Unknown or Other · Feb 6, 2020 · OK

It's very cold outside I'm looking at forms and it seem to be a issue with the taurus family in the cold the door doesn't lack none of my door will lock until it's warm outside ??? Hello it's at home in a parking spot late for work :(

Vehicle Speed Control · Jan 16, 2020 · 35 miles · CA

When I am driving on the street 35mph all of a sudden my car starts to excel (picks up speed) and in order for me to stop it from picking up speed I have to pull over and put it on park then press the gas pedal one quick time and then I can start to drive again. I can't do nothing else but pullover

Steering · Jan 16, 2020 · 174,000 miles · CA

As I am driving when I press on my brakes the car trumbles, shakes and it doesn't brake all the way, it feels like something is missing

Suspension · Jan 16, 2020 · 174,000 miles · CA

As I am driving when I press on my brakes the car trumbles, shakes and it doesn't brake all the way, it feels like something is missing

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Ford Taurus have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2007 Ford Taurus, the most recent one (16E026000) for service brakes, hydraulic. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Taurus?

Based on 149 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are vehicle speed control (55), electrical system (31), engine and engine cooling (22).

Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2007 Ford Taurus?

Owners reported 8 crashes, 0 fires, 8 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.

Is NHTSA investigating the 2007 Ford Taurus?

NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle, most recently PE08060: Tire valve cracking.