Is the 2015 Ford TAURUS reliable?

The 2015 Ford TAURUS has 329 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.3x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: FUEL SYSTEM problems.

What are common problems with the 2015 Ford TAURUS?

Top problems: FUEL SYSTEM (72 complaints, avg repair $500); STEERING (50 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (39 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2015 Ford TAURUS?

Yes, there are 6 recall(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING, PARKING BRAKE, SUSPENSION:REAR, POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. Contact any Ford dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Ford TAURUS?

The 2015 Ford TAURUS gets 21 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2286. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2015 Ford TAURUS?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2015 Ford TAURUS is approximately $1,390/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2015 Ford TAURUS

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2015 Ford TAURUS has 329 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.3x the segment average of 251. The most common issue is fuel system problems (22% of all complaints), specifically: while i was merging into traffic onto an interstate, during rush hour, the car quit accelerating. suddenly, there was no ability to control engine speed. as i glanced at the dash i noticed the wrench warning light and it said see manual. i was almost side swiped by another vehicle but was able a. There are 6 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 11 crash reports 8 injuries

329

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

1.3x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

FUEL SYSTEM

72 complaints

22%

• WHILE I WAS MERGING INTO TRAFFIC ONTO AN INTERSTATE, DURING RUSH HOUR, THE CAR QUIT ACCELERATING. SUDDENLY, THERE WAS NO ABILITY TO CONTROL ENGINE SPEED. AS I GLANCED AT THE DASH I NOTICED THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHT AND IT SAID SEE MANUAL. I WAS ALMOST SIDE SWIPED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE BUT WAS ABLE A
• WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE ENGINE TURNS OFF. HAS DONE THAT ABOUT 8 TIMES NOW. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG. THE CHECK ENGINE IS NOW ON AND TOOK TO AUTO ZONE AND IT'S THE THROTTLE STICKING OPEN AND SHUT. TAKING BACK TO DEALER ON MONDAY !
• FORD ISSUED A RECALL OF THE 2013-2015 TAURUS, BUT ONLY WITH THE TURBO-CHARGED ENGINE. RECALL IS FOR FUEL PUMP MODULES. THE CAR CAN STOP RECEIVING FUEL OR NOT START ALTOGETHER. ONCE IT STOPS RECEIVING FUEL, IT WILL NOT START. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING. ALTHOUGH MY VEHICLE IS NOT TURBO CHARGED,

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“WHILE I WAS MERGING INTO TRAFFIC ONTO AN INTERSTATE, DURING RUSH HOUR, THE CAR QUIT ACCELERATING. SUDDENLY, THERE WAS NO ABILITY TO CONTROL ENGINE SPEED. AS I GLANCED AT THE DASH I NOTICED THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHT AND IT SAID SEE MANUAL. I WAS ALMOST SIDE SWIPED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE BUT WAS ABLE A”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2015 Ford TAURUS

Based on 230 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 61K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

Earlier than typicalmedian 42K mi · 26 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

Earlier than typicalmedian 46K mi · 18 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

Earlier than typicalmedian 9K mi · 12 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SPEED CONTROL

Earlier than typicalmedian 13K mi · 10 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

Reported earliermedian 59K mi · 39 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

FUEL SYSTEM

In line with typicalmedian 76K mi · 63 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (6)

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP25/08/2016

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.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2015 Ford TAURUS

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,286

Per month

$191

Per mile

19.1¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,824/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,847/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2015 Ford TAURUS

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,390

Full coverage / month

$116

Liability only / year

$574

vs US avg

-17%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1390

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford TAURUS Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

20K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Ford. If you're buying a used 2015 TAURUS, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ford dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 329 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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FUEL SYSTEM: WHILE I WAS MERGING INTO TRAFFIC ONTO AN INTERSTATE, DURING RUSH HOUR, THE CAR QUIT ACCELERATING. SUDDENLY, THERE WAS NO ABILITY TO CONTROL ENGINE SPEED. AS I GLANCED AT THE DASH I NOTICED THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHT AND IT SAID SEE MANUAL. I WAS ALMOST SIDE SWIPED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE BUT WAS ABLE A
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: CAR WAS IDLING IN PARK. PUSH BUTTON START/STOP WAS PUSHED TO SHUT OFF ENGINE AND AT THAT INSTANT, CAR WAS RELEASED FROM PARK, ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO TREE, INJURING RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER. NO ONE IN DRIVER'S SEAT. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL IT WILL SHUT OFF AND SAY 'COLLISION WARNING NOT AVAILABLE/ ADAPTED CRUISE CONTROL NOT AVAILABLE' IT IS INTERMITTENT BUT HAS NOT BEEN WORKING FOR 2 DAYS NOW. AS WELL AS IF NOT WORKING NORMAL CRUISE CONTROL DOESN'T WORK.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: CAR WAS IDLING IN PARK. PUSH BUTTON START/STOP WAS PUSHED TO SHUT OFF ENGINE AND AT THAT INSTANT, CAR WAS RELEASED FROM PARK, ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO TREE, INJURING RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER. NO ONE IN DRIVER'S SEAT. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 6 recalls have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)