2015 Ford Taurus

The water pump on the 3.5L V6 and 3.5L EcoBoost engines is internally mounted and driven by the timing chain. When it fails, coolant leaks internally into the engine oil, causing milky oil contamination and potential engine damage. This is one of the most expensive and common repairs on the 2010-2019 Taurus.

Replace the internal water pump, timing chain, and related gaskets. Because the pump is behind the timing cover, the repair is extremely labor-intensive. Inspect the engine oil for coolant contamination (milky appearance) regularly. If coolant has mixed with oil, the engine may need additional internal cleaning or replacement.

The 6F50 and 6F55 six-speed automatic transmissions develop shuddering during light acceleration and harsh shifting between gears. The torque converter lockup clutch wears prematurely, contaminating the transmission fluid with clutch material and causing the characteristic shudder.

Perform a complete transmission fluid flush with Ford-specified Mercon LV fluid. If the shudder returns within a few thousand miles, the torque converter needs replacement. In severe cases with internal damage, a full transmission rebuild or replacement is required.

The hydraulic power steering system on the Taurus develops leaks at the power steering rack, high-pressure line connections, or the power steering pump itself. Owners hear a whining noise when turning the steering wheel and notice fluid on the ground. Low fluid levels can cause the pump to fail.

Inspect the entire power steering system for leaks. Replace the leaking component, whether it is the rack-and-pinion assembly, high-pressure line, or pump. Top off with the specified Mercon LV power steering fluid. Do not drive with the fluid critically low, as it will destroy the pump.

The electronic throttle body can malfunction, causing a 'Reduced Power' or 'Throttle Body Fault' warning on the dashboard. The engine loses power and may go into limp mode, limiting speed to 25-30 mph. The issue is caused by the internal throttle position sensor failing.

Replace the electronic throttle body assembly. Clear the adaptive learning values after installation and perform a throttle body relearn procedure. Some aftermarket throttle bodies are available at lower cost than the OEM part.

The 2011-2015 Taurus is included in Ford's massive door latch recall. The latch pawl spring tab can break due to material fatigue, preventing the door from latching shut. Doors may fly open at highway speeds or fail to close properly, posing a serious safety risk.

Ford issued recalls 15S27 and 16S36 to replace all affected door latches. Contact your dealer to verify your VIN. Do not use cable ties or other temporary fixes to hold doors closed. The repair is free of charge.

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.

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.

Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.

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.

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.

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 February 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S63.

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.

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

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 end of September 2020. The recall began October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Lincoln customer service at 1-800-521-4140. Ford's number for this recall is 20S04.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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 comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

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.

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 15C07.