Does the 2009 Ford Taurus X have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Ford Taurus X, the most recent reported on April 26, 2016 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Taurus X?

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (4 complaints), followed by structure (3).

How many 2009 Ford Taurus X complaints mention a crash or fire?

3 of 11 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2009 Ford Taurus X recalls and problems

1 recall and 11 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Ford Taurus X.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2009 Ford Taurus X recalls

Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 16V247000 · reported April 26, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · 695 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk: An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C06.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train4
Structure3
Steering2
Air bags1
Electronic stability control (ESC)1
Engine1
Service brakes1
Suspension1
Tires1
Trailer hitches1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 11, 2025 · Suspension
Front subframe (also referred to as K-frame, engine cradle, crossmember) rusted through forming large holes in two locations which could cause failure of the front subframe during operation. Locations mirror each other, are at the forward-facing side of the cross member just in from the point where the crossmember…

May 1, 2023 · Structure · 190,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Taurus X. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and hauling a trailer, the tow hitch detached from the vehicle, causing the passenger’s side of the trailer to collapse. No one was injured. The contact was able pull over on the side of the roadway with the driver’s side of the trailer…

Jul 5, 2019 · Power train · 100,000 miles
HAVE A SMALL POWER STEERING LEAK THAT TURNED OUT TO BE A RACKET PINION ISSUE. I'VE TALKED TO A FEW PEOPLE WITH THE SAME CAR AND THEY HAVE ALSO HAD THE SAME ISSUE. SMALL LEAK IN THE SAME AREA THAT TURNED OUT TO BE THE RACKET PINION NEEDING REPLACED. YOU CAN REALLY SEE THE LEAK WHEN PARKED.

Jun 23, 2018 · Steering · 269,000 miles
STEERING SUDDENLY BECOMES VERY DIFFICULT LIKE THE POWER STEERING FAILED. IT INTERMITTENTLY HAS POWER ASSIST AND THE FLUID LEVEL IS GOOD. I WAS TOLD THIS A WELL KNOWN PROBLEM THAT IS MORE COMMON IN THE 2008 MODEL. DIAGNOSIS INDICATED THE RACK AND PINION AND/OR GEARBOX IS BAD. IT'S A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WHEN IT…

Mar 11, 2016 · Air bags · 190,000 miles · crash reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 FORD TAURUS X. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT'S WIFE STRUCK A DEER. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME AND CONTACTED THE INSURANCE COMPANY. THE…

Taurus X model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2008	1	153	4	4
2009	1	11	3	0

All Ford Taurus X years →

Questions

Does the 2009 Ford Taurus X have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Ford Taurus X, the most recent reported on April 26, 2016 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Taurus X?: Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (4 complaints), followed by structure (3).
How many 2009 Ford Taurus X complaints mention a crash or fire?: 3 of 11 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 11, 2025.