1996 Ford Taurus
Owners have filed 1,132 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Ford Taurus. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 15% of complaints. Next are engine (15%) and steering (10%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 1,132 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Transmission 15% of complaints
- Recalls
- 6
- Fuel economy
- 20 to 21 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 1,132 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Ford Taurus. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 15% of complaints. Next are engine (15%) and steering (10%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1996 Ford Taurus
Recalls
The 1996 Ford Taurus is affected by 6 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1996 Ford Taurus. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 26 highway.