2015 Ford Taurus recalls & problems

6 recalls 276 complaints

6recalls
276owner complaints
12crashes reported
1fires reported
11 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2015 Ford Taurus and 276 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is back over prevention (59 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (53). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2015 Ford Taurus recalls

Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 25V695000 · Oct 13, 2025

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Risk: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional…

1,448,655 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Power Train · NHTSA 20V692000 · Nov 10, 2020

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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…

15,587 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Suspension · NHTSA 20V072000 · Feb 10, 2020

Problem: 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.

Risk: A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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…

211,207 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 16V621000 · Aug 25, 2016

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

77,502 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 15V605000 · Sep 28, 2015

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and the fuel tank could separate from the vehicle.

Risk: If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, a fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel tank attachment bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S26.

203 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Parking Brake · NHTSA 15V464000 · Jul 24, 2015

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015, Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 21, 2015, and 2015-2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015. The affected vehicles have a parking brake that may not fully engage when applied. As such, these vehicles fail to…

Risk: If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'Park' while on a slope, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the operation of the parking brake system, and if necessary, replace the parking brake control assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is…

7,165 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

2015 Ford Taurus problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Back Over Prevention 59
200
Fuel/Propulsion System 53
000
Steering 50
302
Unknown or Other 42
212
Engine 33
100
Electrical System 31
000
Fuel System, Gasoline 19
000
Power Train 18
303
Suspension 11
000
Vehicle Speed Control 10
201
Air Bags 5
401
Structure 5
000
Exterior Lighting 4
100
Electronic Stability Control (esc) 4
000
Visibility/Wiper 3
000
Seats 3
001
Service Brakes 3
100
Forward Collision Avoidance 2
000
Engine and Engine Cooling 2
000
Wheels 1
101
Visibility 1
000
Lane Departure 1
000
Fuel System, Diesel 1
000

Latest owner complaints

Back Over Prevention · Sep 17, 2026 · 65,000 miles · MO

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to complete the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that upon shifting into reverse(R) occasionally, the rearview camera failed to display a clear image and the message "Rear-view Camera Unavailable" was displayed.…

Unknown or Other · Sep 17, 2026 · NJ

I own a 2015 Ford Police Interceptor/Taurus that is affected by Ford safety recall 25SA9 / NHTSA Recall 25V695 regarding the rearview/backup camera. My vehicle is currently experiencing the condition described in the recall. The backup camera is not functioning properly, which means I do not have the intended rear visibility when backing up. I contacted Ford and attempted to…

Back Over Prevention · Sep 15, 2026 · WI

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.

Back Over Prevention · Sep 11, 2026 · 125,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera image was distorted and inverted. The dealer was contacted and provided an estimate for the repair; however, the contact declined the repair due to the cost. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to…

Back Over Prevention · Sep 10, 2026 · 90,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a distorted image. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…

Engine · Sep 6, 2026 · MI

Another water pump gone bad well before 150K miles! Over $2000 to fix!! I am a breast cancer patient and this is my only means of transportation. How the heck can it be over 2K for a water pump??? That is just unbelievable!! How can ford be well aware of a known issue yet, not step up and take responsibility! Cars are going up, the cost to fix them is going up, the least these…

Back Over Prevention · Sep 4, 2026 · 91,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera screen displayed an image that immediately turned upside down and then switched to a black screen. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact previously received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). The contact…

Back Over Prevention · Sep 3, 2026 · 134,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing or while driving forward, the rearview camera displayed a blank image or an upside-down image, with the message "Please Contact the Dealer" displayed. The contact stated that the dealer replaced the radio three times; however, the failure persisted. The contact had received notification of NHTSA…

Visibility/Wiper · Aug 19, 2026 · GA

Rear camera not working. Recall was almost 2 years ago. They keep saying it’s a safety issue but no solution yet

Back Over Prevention · Aug 19, 2026 · 69,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blank image. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were available; however, the contact was…

Unknown or Other · Aug 19, 2026 · TX

I received a recall letter in October 2025. The letter states Ford Motor Company do nit have the parts available and will notify me when they do have a remedy so I can make an appointment. The problem is I still haven’t received a notification letter about a remedy found. It’s been almost a year.

Electrical System · Aug 19, 2026 · GA

Rear camera not working. Recall was almost 2 years ago. They keep saying it’s a safety issue but no solution yet

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Ford Taurus have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering the 2015 Ford Taurus, the most recent one (25V695000) for back over prevention. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Taurus?

Based on 276 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are back over prevention (59), fuel/propulsion system (53), steering (50).

Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2015 Ford Taurus?

Owners reported 12 crashes, 1 fire, 11 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.