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2019 Ford Taurus Owner Complaints

Updated May 30, 2026
Ryan Davis
2019 Ford Taurus Owner Complaints

Complaint Summary

The 2019 Ford Taurus has 11 reported complaints.

  • Top issues involve back over prevention and exterior lighting:headlights.

Reliability Score

Reliability Score

8.8/ 10

Based on 11 complaints

Most Frequent Issues

BACK OVER PREVENTION

2 18.2%

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

1 9.1%

AIR BAGS

1 9.1%

SUSPENSION

1 9.1%

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 9.1%

Quick Insights

  • The top category is BACK OVER PREVENTION, accounting for 18.2% of all complaints.

  • Owners have reported issues across 10 distinct vehicle systems.

  • Note: Complaint data reflects owner reports and may not always indicate a verified defect. Compare with Recalls and TSBs for a complete picture.

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Complaint Summary

What owners keep reporting on the 2019 Ford Taurus

The 2019 Ford Taurus has 11 owner complaints in this dataset. BACK OVER PREVENTION is the most common complaint category, representing about 18% of the reports shown here.

Most common complaint categories

The top complaint groups for the 2019 Ford Taurus are BACK OVER PREVENTION (2), EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS (1), AIR BAGS (1).

Are these complaints a serious red flag?

Potentially. 4 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems like brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection.

What should buyers inspect on a used 2019 Ford Taurus?

Start with the top complaint systems, compare them against the recall report, then inspect service records for evidence that those same areas were already repaired or monitored.

Read the full buyer guideRecall report and remedy notesMaintenance costs and intervals2018 Taurus complaints2017 Taurus complaints2016 Taurus complaints

Detailed Complaint Log

Showing 10 of 10 systems

BACK OVER PREVENTION

2 Reports18% of total

Previewing the first 2 complaint summaries.

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse(R), the back over prevention screen was black. Additionally, the Blind Spot Warning indicators on both mirrors became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred approximately a year later. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the system needed to be updated. The system was updated but the failure reoccurred 2-3 days later. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,866.

7/7/2025

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while in reverse(R); the rear-view camera displayed a blank or distorted image. The contact later received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V611000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repairs were not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer have been made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

12/12/2025

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

1 Report9% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2019 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT OR IN LOW LIGHT CONDITIONS, THE ILLUMINATION OF THE HEADLIGHTS WERE INADEQUATE AND CREATED A VISIBILITY HAZARD. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE LOCAL DEALER FRED BEANS FORD OF LANGHORNE (1939 LINCOLN HWY, LANGHORNE, PA 19047) WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE BUT FOUND NO FAILURE WITH THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER OFFERED TO REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT BULBS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,600.

1/28/2021

AIR BAGS

1 Report9% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

I had started breaking for impact of a dog on the freeway (had started tapping my breaks as I was slowing down, as there was no way to avoid the dog)…I was hit from the back by a F350 (pulling a full-size horse trailer w/ living quarters & 3 to 4 horses), which was traveling 70 to 75 MPH. Then I spun 2 to 3 times and was then hit in the front by a Tundra w/ a flatbed trailer on it. My car came to a complete stop as the engine stopped. I was facing the opposite direction. No air bags deployed! Luckily I was wearing my seatbelt!! The perfect vehicle was a TOTAL LOSS.

8/25/2021

SUSPENSION

1 Report9% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

Worn out rear suspension toe links at low mileage. Taurus SHO model years 2013-2018 were recalled for the same issue. The problem persists in Model Year 2019.

6/16/2024

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 Report9% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the heater and air conditioning system failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the water pump was leaking coolant. The dealer replaced the water pump. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and reimbursed the customer for half of the repair costs. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.

4/9/2025

LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION

1 Report9% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse(R), the back over prevention screen was black. Additionally, the Blind Spot Warning indicators on both mirrors became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred approximately a year later. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the system needed to be updated. The system was updated but the failure reoccurred 2-3 days later. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,866.

7/7/2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING

1 Report9% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

2019 Ford Taurus Limited rearview back up camera is, distorted, or blank with a blue screen, sometimes it flickers on and off when in reverse. It is available for inspection upon request. This is a potential hazard and could cause an accident. It has not been confirmed by a dealership; the camera randomly works and is obviously an issue when a blue screen appears in reverse vs a visual of what is behind the vehicle. When going from reverse to drive a message appears that the camera is not working with a yellow triangle containing an exclamation point.

9/9/2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 Report9% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

2019 Ford Taurus Limited rearview back up camera is, distorted, or blank with a blue screen, sometimes it flickers on and off when in reverse. It is available for inspection upon request. This is a potential hazard and could cause an accident. It has not been confirmed by a dealership; the camera randomly works and is obviously an issue when a blue screen appears in reverse vs a visual of what is behind the vehicle. When going from reverse to drive a message appears that the camera is not working with a yellow triangle containing an exclamation point.

9/9/2025

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 Report9% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

UNKNOWN

11/4/2025

STRUCTURE

1 Report9% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while in reverse(R); the rear-view camera displayed a blank or distorted image. The contact later received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V611000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repairs were not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer have been made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

12/12/2025

About This Data

Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

What are the most common owner complaints for the 2019 Ford Taurus?

The most reported complaint category for the 2019 Ford Taurus is BACK OVER PREVENTION, with 2 owner reports. That is about 18% of all complaints logged here. Other recurring themes include BACK OVER PREVENTION, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, AIR BAGS.

Are complaints about the 2019 Ford Taurus a serious warning sign?

Potentially. 4 complaint reports fall into higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components. That does not prove every vehicle has a defect, but repeated complaints in those systems justify a more careful pre-purchase inspection.

How should buyers use complaint data for the 2019 Ford Taurus?

Use complaints as an early pattern to investigate, not a standalone verdict. Start with the top complaint categories, compare those themes against the recall report and maintenance guide, then inspect service records for evidence that the same problem areas were already addressed. If the same issue appears repeatedly across complaints and recalls, treat it as a real ownership-risk flag.

Are complaints about the 2019 Ford Taurus severe?

4 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection before purchase.

Complaint list entries are sourced from owner-submitted NHTSA ODI records.

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Ford Taurus: How should complaint data influence buying decisions?

Use complaint patterns together with recalls and maintenance guidance to estimate ownership risk and inspection priorities.

Carfocal links complaint data directly to recall and maintenance routes for the same model year.

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  2. 02Common Problems
  3. 03Owner Complaints
  4. 04Data and Methodology

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