The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic for routine maintenance, and it was determined that the rear suspension toe link had failed and prematurely worn down t…
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The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic for routine maintenance, and it was determined that the rear suspension toe link had failed and prematurely worn down the rear tires. The contact was advised by the local independent mechanic that the failure might be related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V072000 (Suspension). The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure; however, the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
NHTSA ODI #11624066
Mileage unknown · Nov 7, 2022
Fuel/propulsion SystemSuspension
FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE OVERHEATS CAUSING THE CAR TO STOP SUDDENLY POSSIBLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT.
NHTSA ODI #11492531
Mileage unknown · May 14, 2022
Suspension
The vehicle is drifting left as if out of alignment or in need of a tire/wheel rotation. I was told both rear tow links were damaged and as a result, so we’re both rear shocks. This car gets stored for the winters and has not been used hard.
NHTSA ODI #11464611
80,000 miles · Mar 29, 2022
Suspension
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hit a pothole and started shaking while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who repaired the wheel bearing; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the rear …
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The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hit a pothole and started shaking while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who repaired the wheel bearing; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the rear end of the vehicle was shaking significantly, almost causing her to lose control of the vehicle. The contact stated that she could only drive at slower speeds in order to not lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was test driven. The dealer diagnosed that the rear toe links were severely damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist as the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V072000 (Suspension). The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
NHTSA ODI #11458858
139,000 miles · Mar 2, 2022
Suspension
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated upon having the tires rotated on the vehicle, the independent mechanic informed her that both the rear driver's side toe link and the rear passenger's side toe link were fractured. The contact notified an unknown dealer, who informed her that there were unknown recalls asso…
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The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated upon having the tires rotated on the vehicle, the independent mechanic informed her that both the rear driver's side toe link and the rear passenger's side toe link were fractured. The contact notified an unknown dealer, who informed her that there were unknown recalls associated with the failure; however, her VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.
NHTSA ODI #11454823
Mileage unknown · Feb 2, 2022
SteeringSuspensionUnknown Or Other
I was not notified from Ford about the serious safety recall on my 2015 Ford Taurus. I'd like to have this safety concern fixed immediately so I don't end up in a severe auto accident. I can drop my vehicle off. I've never had this happen and I'm nervous to drive the vehicle. I have noticed a difference in the way it drives plea…
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I was not notified from Ford about the serious safety recall on my 2015 Ford Taurus. I'd like to have this safety concern fixed immediately so I don't end up in a severe auto accident. I can drop my vehicle off. I've never had this happen and I'm nervous to drive the vehicle. I have noticed a difference in the way it drives please help get this sorted out with my local Ford Dealership in Fort Myers, FL. Thank you!
NHTSA ODI #11449844
Mileage unknown · Jan 9, 2022
Suspension
Both Rear tow links and knuckle replaced
NHTSA ODI #11446776
Mileage unknown · Jan 9, 2021
Fuel/propulsion SystemSuspensionVehicle Speed Control
TOE LINK
NHTSA ODI #11387281
805,539 miles · Nov 16, 2020
Power TrainSteeringSuspension
I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK WHEN WITHOUT WARNING MY CAR TRACTION LIGHT CAME ON INDICATING STEERING ASSIST FAULT I ONLY HAD THE CAR FOR 3 MONTHS WHEN IT HAPPENED NHTSA ID# 10095995 MY COMPLAINT # 11374607 COMPONENTS: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STEERING MANUFACTURER COMMUNICATION # 46210,47638*DT CONSUMER STA…
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I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK WHEN WITHOUT WARNING MY CAR TRACTION LIGHT CAME ON INDICATING STEERING ASSIST FAULT I ONLY HAD THE CAR FOR 3 MONTHS WHEN IT HAPPENED NHTSA ID# 10095995 MY COMPLAINT # 11374607 COMPONENTS: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STEERING MANUFACTURER COMMUNICATION # 46210,47638*DT CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE IS NOT ON RECALL LIST, FEELS IT SHOULD BE.*JB
NHTSA ODI #11374903
87,000 miles · Nov 13, 2020
Fuel/propulsion SystemSteeringSuspension
ONE DAY I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD TO WORK AND MY LIGHTS STARTED BLINKING ON AND OFF SAYING STEERING FAULT SERVICE NOW. I LITERALLY JUST GOT THE VEHICLE IN APRIL OF 2020 AND THIS ALL STARTED IN JUNE.
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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Mustang 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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, a fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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."
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
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