Worst 2009 Ford Taurus Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine & Cooling
Unintended Acceleration
Airbags
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Ford Taurus.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine & Cooling | 18 | — | — | 6,383 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | 3 | — | 73,865 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 | — | 69,500 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | — | 83,596 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brakes | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Rear Window Wiper/Washer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 1 | — | — | — |
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2009 Ford Taurus — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2009 Ford Taurus reliable?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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