3 recalls and 204 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Ford Taurus.
3
recalls
204
owner complaints
17
complaints mentioning a crash
5
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.
2010 Ford Taurus 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.
Structure: body, door
NHTSA campaign 15V040000 · reported January 28, 2015 · Ford Motor Company · 194,889 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured June 1, 2011, to October 31, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation.
The risk
If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S02.
Exterior lighting
NHTSA campaign 14V285000 · reported May 29, 2014 · Ford Motor Company · 183,425 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. When used in areas that use road salt, the license plate lamp assembly may experience an electro-chemical reaction and corrosion as a result of water intrusion.
The risk
This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the license plate lamp assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S08. Note: Under program 14R01, Ford will notify owners in non-corrosion states, and, at the customer's request, dealers will replace the license plate lamp assembly.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Steering41
Engine37
Power train36
Vehicle speed control24
Electrical system19
Service brakes, hydraulic19
Service brakes14
Unknown or other13
Air bags11
Engine and engine cooling11
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Jul 12, 2026 · Structure
Unknown
Jul 12, 2026 · Vehicle speed control
Unknown
Feb 18, 2026 · Unknown or other
UNKNOWN
Jun 10, 2025 · Air bags · crash reported
Unknown. Car was going 100 mph. Driver, my son , was killed in this car accident. This year make AND model is known for throttle acceleration issues with brake afail override non existent until later models. Case number […] sterling heights police department INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION…
Sep 12, 2024 · Steering · 31,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while making a right turn, the steering wheel became stiff. The contact stated that the "Power Steering Assist Failure" message was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 Ford Taurus, 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 2010 Ford Taurus?
Owners have filed 204 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (41 complaints), followed by engine (37).
How many 2010 Ford Taurus complaints mention a crash or fire?
17 of 204 complaints report a crash and 5 a fire; 16 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 12, 2026.