2017 Ford Taurus: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Ford Taurus? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 41 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2017 Ford Taurus Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 6 2017 Ford Taurus trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 6 trims analysed.
2017 Ford Taurus Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2017 Ford Taurus 4 DR FWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
11.3% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
11.3% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Ford Taurus has 41 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Taurus
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 41
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 27
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2017 Ford Taurus Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2017 Ford Taurus?
The 2017 Ford Taurus shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2017 Ford Taurus
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery, alternator, and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery, alternator, and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Ford Taurus, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The 2017 Ford Taurus has 41 NHTSA complaints, with the highest number related to electrical faults. Engine problems and structural issues are also reported, though the overall confidence in this data is low due to the small sample size.
- Electrical faults account for the largest share of complaints (11 out of 41).
- There is 1 crash-related complaint among the total.
- The vehicle has 4 recalls, but their relation to the complaints is not specified.
- Electrical faults are the most frequently reported issue.
- Engine problems are the third most common complaint category.
- Headlight/taillight failures are tied with structural problems at 4 complaints each.
All 2017 Ford Taurus Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Ford Taurus. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Ford Taurus. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Without any Waring Lights the car goes into " Limp Mode " .ON turnpike roads with Speed Limits at 70 MPH and with some sections with no shoulder to get off the highway this is very dangerous .
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V611000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving in rainy weather at various speeds, there was water leaki…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger's side B-pillar trim detached. The contact became aware that the front driver's side B-Pillar trim was loose. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent…
My back up camera flips the picture upside down and may have lines in the picture. Works correctly sometimes. Also other times, may not will not show pictures at all. Just a blue screen.
When backing, the rear cameras are intermittently showing objects upside down and fuzzy making it difficult to decipher and recognize objects at the rear of the car, and frequently does not display anything on the in-dash screen, but instead saying the system isn't available. Som…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the rearview camera was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed there were no recalls on the VIN related to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repa…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the steering wheel clock spring was faulty and needed…
There is a recall on moldings also possible accordinng to recalls by ford the steering could cause a crash which i am having a problem with it hanging up i called ford motor and was told we do not have anything about it I am concerned because i sometimes have to snap the wheel ba…
The contact's husband owned a 2017 Ford Taurus. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V611000 (Structure) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list because her husband no longer owns the vehicle. The dealer was contacted.
Internal water pump failure.. know to happen on the 17 Taurus
Backup camera is appearing Upside down on display and sometimes inverted. When it gets dark outside, the backup camera has lines appear on the display so you can’t use it when it’s dark. This is a huge safety risk as to having the camera display upside down/inverted/not clear can…
Backup camera works inconsistently. Sometimes works but usually doesn’t and either displays an all blue screen or black screen with a box saying camera unavailable at this time and you have to select ok to make that screen go away. It’s been like this for about 2 years now
I submitted this form in April 2024, never received a response from NHTSA. Ford of Uniontown received a reply from FMC. Their response is they will not cover the repair to my vehicle. The reason is the recall affected cars built 7/31/2017 - 2/13/18. My car was built two months ea…
I have heard of the recall for Ford back up cameras malfunctioning. My Taurus is experiencing the same problem but does not appear to be a vehicle that is being recalled. My screen turns blue most of the time when the car is put in reverse and then says camera unavailable
Rear view camera does not work for about 6 months. I tried all suggestions but nothing worked.
Lately, the backup assist feature has started to malfunction more frequently. The screen reads the backup cameras are unavailable. At other times, it functions fine as designed. This would not pick up a child who could be at the rear of the vehicle. Sometimes the screen goes bla…
When backing up my warning displays an upside down image.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at 70 MPH, she noticed that there was a change in the rear suspension and it felt like a rear tire was deflated. No warning lights had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnose…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for rear wheel alignment. The contact stated that rear toe link fractured during the rear alignment process. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle, she inadvertently removed the key from the ignition while the vehicle was still in drive. The vehicle began to roll, and the contact realized that she had forgotten to shift the vehicle into pa…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Ford Taurus.
2017 Ford Taurus Recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Ford Taurus. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2017 Ford Taurus Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Ford Taurus reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 41 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2017 Ford Taurus shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Taurus?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (11 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (9 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (5 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Ford Taurus?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Ford Taurus?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Ford Taurus, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 41 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Ford Taurus have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2017 Ford Taurus. A major recall area is STEERING. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Ford Taurus?▾
The 2017 Ford Taurus shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Taurus reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.