1997 Ford Taurus
Owners have filed 1,003 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Ford Taurus. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 19% of complaints. Next are engine (13%) and brakes (8%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 1,003 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Transmission 19% of complaints
- Recalls
- 3
- Fuel economy
- 19 to 21 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 1,003 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Ford Taurus. Transmission is the most reported problem area, at 19% of complaints. Next are engine (13%) and brakes (8%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1997 Ford Taurus
Recalls
The 1997 Ford Taurus is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1997 Ford Taurus. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 26 highway.