BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
2015 Ford Taurus
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
Data refreshed
Overview
Our database contains 262 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2015 Ford Taurus, most frequently naming the fuel system, driver assistance and steering categories. 6 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 75 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
View as table
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2020 | 3 | 118 |
| Aug 2020 | 4 | 122 |
| Oct 2020 | 1 | 123 |
| Nov 2020 | 4 | 127 |
| Dec 2020 | 4 | 131 |
| Jan 2021 | 5 | 136 |
| Feb 2021 | 3 | 139 |
| Mar 2021 | 1 | 140 |
| Apr 2021 | 1 | 141 |
| Jun 2021 | 2 | 143 |
| Jul 2021 | 4 | 147 |
| Aug 2021 | 2 | 149 |
| Sep 2021 | 1 | 150 |
| Nov 2021 | 1 | 151 |
| Jan 2022 | 2 | 153 |
| Feb 2022 | 2 | 155 |
| Mar 2022 | 4 | 159 |
| Apr 2022 | 1 | 160 |
| May 2022 | 2 | 162 |
| Jun 2022 | 3 | 165 |
| Sep 2022 | 2 | 167 |
| Oct 2022 | 2 | 169 |
| Nov 2022 | 1 | 170 |
| Dec 2022 | 2 | 172 |
| Jan 2023 | 2 | 174 |
| Mar 2023 | 1 | 175 |
| Apr 2023 | 1 | 176 |
| May 2023 | 1 | 177 |
| Jun 2023 | 1 | 178 |
| Jul 2023 | 1 | 179 |
| Aug 2023 | 1 | 180 |
| Sep 2023 | 1 | 181 |
| Nov 2023 | 1 | 182 |
| Dec 2023 | 1 | 183 |
| Feb 2024 | 3 | 186 |
| Mar 2024 | 1 | 187 |
| Apr 2024 | 1 | 188 |
| Jul 2024 | 1 | 189 |
| Sep 2024 | 1 | 190 |
| Oct 2024 | 1 | 191 |
| Nov 2024 | 1 | 192 |
| Jan 2025 | 3 | 195 |
| Feb 2025 | 2 | 197 |
| Mar 2025 | 1 | 198 |
| May 2025 | 2 | 200 |
| Jun 2025 | 2 | 202 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | 203 |
| Aug 2025 | 3 | 206 |
| Sep 2025 | 6 | 212 |
| Oct 2025 | 2 | 214 |
| Nov 2025 | 3 | 217 |
| Dec 2025 | 3 | 220 |
| Jan 2026 | 4 | 224 |
| Feb 2026 | 6 | 230 |
| Mar 2026 | 6 | 236 |
| Apr 2026 | 4 | 240 |
| May 2026 | 3 | 243 |
| Jun 2026 | 9 | 252 |
| Jul 2026 | 6 | 258 |
| Aug 2026 | 4 | 262 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Fuel system7324.1%
- Driver assistance6421.1%
- Steering5016.5%
- Engine3310.9%
- Electrical309.9%
- Powertrain (other)185.9%
- Suspension113.6%
- Body & structure51.7%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
6 campaigns cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
Check a VIN on NHTSA.govPOWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
SUSPENSION:REAR
Recent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen, or the message “Rear-view Camera not Available” was displayed. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention). The VIN was included in the recall. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11755931
- Incident
- May 15, 2022
- Mileage
- 80,000 mi
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera flashed on and off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was inspected, and the contact was informed that the rear-view camera did not need to be replaced. The contact was informed that the rear-view camera was not replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11755316
- Incident
- Jun 9, 2024
- Mileage
- 92,000 mi
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera was inoperable. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11754753
- Incident
- Oct 13, 2025
- Mileage
- 30,000 mi
I seen that you are looking into the timing issues on Ford vehicles, My 2015 Taurus had its timing chain replaced just last Christmas 2025 that cost me over $6,000 to repair, I would not be even saying anything about this but my wifes 2014 Ford Edge did the same thing just 3 month before mine where we paid over $3,000 to try and fix but failed to fix so we just purchased her a new car, but with mine I could not afford another car payment so we just ended up fixing my Taurus, it had to go back twice to get it right but that is after $6,000 to fix. They said this is because of oil change issues but we always had our oil changed on time every time at the Ford dealership in my area. The dealer I took mine to for repairs told me also if the oil filter did not get replaced with the oil change this could cause this issue so I am assuming that this is the issue the dealership we were taking both our cars to for oil changes may have not been replacing the oil filter everytime we got it done. If there is anything I can do to recoup the loss I took on this please let me know. I can provide invoices if needed
- NHTSA ID
- 11754687
- Incident
- Dec 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera went blank, and the vehicle crashed into a fence. The contact stated that the trunk was dented, and the rear-view camera was damaged. The dealer was made aware of the failure, and the contact was informed that parts were unavailable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated that the failure was a persistent failure. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11753702
- Incident
- Feb 19, 2026
- Mileage
- 120,000 mi
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed a blank or distorted image. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- NHTSA ID
- 11750656
- Incident
- Oct 13, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and stated that the parts had not yet been received. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
- NHTSA ID
- 11750580
- Incident
- Jul 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to complete the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was blank or inverted while reversing. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to perform the recall repair. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced hesitation and jerking upon acceleration. The failure caused the vehicle to lose speed and the engine to shut off. The vehicle recently failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic shop and a dealer following near-miss accidents. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the powertrain failure, and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
- NHTSA ID
- 11749313
- Incident
- Jun 1, 2025
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY
Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool or from the label printed on the body control module (BCM). The Factory Keyless Entry Code application within the diagnostic scan tool will not provide an applicable master code for the accessory wireless keypad. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is not available, the "Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide" can be referenced and provides direction on how to retrieve the master code. This guide is located under the Workshop Manual tab > Accessories > Installation > Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide > PPT C > Step C2.<br /><br /> Note: The only available keypad for some vehicles from the assembly plant is the accessory wireless keyless entry keypad. The integrated wired keypad cannot be installed on vehicles not equipped from the factory with a wired keyless entry k
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. Pinpoint test HK in the Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) or in Section 303-14 of the Workshop Manual (WSM) has been updated to address this concern.
While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions.
EQUIPMENT
All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is lost, follow these steps to recover the code. Dealer Key Code access is granted through the Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES); dealership management can authorize users. The authorized user must go to FMCDealer.com > Parts and Service > Parts Product Line Information > Keys/Entry Devices > Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the master code for the accessory keypad.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has evaluated turbochargers replaced for oil leak symptoms and although oil may collect on the external surface of a turbocharger, it is extremely rare for a turbocharger assembly to be the root cause of the oil leak. Careful inspection of the turbocharger oil feed and drain tubes should be performed along with the recommended WSM procedures as needed. Warranty claims for turbocharger replacement going forward will be assessed.
POWER TRAIN
During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the timing gear breaking and engine damage. Replacement of the bolt is critical to the repair and accurately following the installation procedure in the Workshop Manual (WSM) Section, 303-01 is extremely important. The bolt torque procedure can be found in the crankshaft front seal removal and installation procedure or in the engine assembly procedure.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Issue Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 59.5 |
| 2018 | 46 | 4 | 0 | 63.7 |
| 2017 | 44 | 4 | 0 | 58.8 |
| 2016 | 79 | 4 | 0 | 62.6 |
| 2015Viewing | 262 | 6 | 0 | 62.6 |
| 2014 | 228 | 5 | 0 | 53.9 |
| 2013 | 581 | 9 | 0 | 53.4 |
| 2012 | 78 | 5 | 0 | 46.8 |
| 2011 | 187 | 4 | 0 | 55.4 |
| 2010 | 204 | 3 | 0 | 53.0 |
| 2009 | 64 | 0 | 0 | 41.4 |
| 2008 | 175 | 1 | 1 | 50.1 |
| 2007 | 149 | 1 | 1 | 42.6 |
| 2006 | 318 | 3 | 1 | 53.4 |
| 2005 | 774 | 1 | 2 | 48.1 |
| 2004 | 375 | 2 | 2 | 58.0 |
| 2003 | 1,223 | 4 | 4 | 57.0 |
| 2002 | 1,426 | 4 | 4 | 60.8 |
| 2001 | 1,037 | 10 | 8 | 65.9 |
| 2000 | 1,195 | 8 | 9 | 64.6 |
| 1999 | 874 | 7 | 2 | 59.8 |
| 1998 | 545 | 4 | 0 | 55.2 |
| 1997 | 770 | 5 | 0 | 53.9 |
| 1996 | 825 | 8 | 0 | 53.7 |
| 1995 | 1,205 | 6 | 4 | 62.3 |
| 1994 | 923 | 5 | 4 | 61.2 |
| 1993 | 1,557 | 8 | 13 | 61.8 |
| 1992 | 681 | 6 | 14 | 64.9 |
| 1991 | 649 | 5 | 14 | 63.5 |
| 1990 | 381 | 8 | 15 | 66.2 |
| 1989 | 562 | 7 | 17 | 67.9 |
| 1988 | 333 | 6 | 23 | 67.9 |
| 1987 | 255 | 9 | 26 | 70.1 |
| 1986 | 101 | 9 | 22 | 61.1 |
| 1985 | 2 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 1984 | 4 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 1977 | 2 | 0 | 0 | — |
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.