Model year guide

2009 Ford Taurus X

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Ford Taurus X is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2009 Ford Taurus X — representative photo
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2009 Ford Taurus X at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints11
Combined18–19 mpg
Typical price$4,800

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2009 Ford Taurus X recalls 1

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #16V247000 · 26/04/2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS…

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C06.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2009 Ford Taurus X common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Trailer Hitches
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2009 Ford Taurus X MPG & running costs

Combined18–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,625

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2009 Ford Taurus X worth?

Low
$2,000
Typical price
$4,800
High
$7,800

From 9 comparable 2009 Ford Taurus X listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Ford Taurus X costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,125
Fuel only$18,125
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Ford Taurus X trims & engines on record

Trims
SEL
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 263 hp

2009 Ford Taurus X vehicles on record

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Other Ford Taurus X model years

2008

2009 Ford Taurus X — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Ford Taurus X have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2009 Ford Taurus X. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Taurus X?

Across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, structure, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Ford Taurus X get?

The 2009 Ford Taurus X has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2009 Ford Taurus X worth?

Comparable 2009 Ford Taurus X listings run roughly $2,000–$7,800, typically around $4,800 (from 9 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.