1994 Ford Taurus problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 1994 Ford Taurus have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1994 Ford Taurus. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 1994 Ford Taurus get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1994 Ford Taurus at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 26 highway).

1994 Ford Taurus at a glance

Safety recalls5

Owner complaints1,117

Combined20 mpg

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

1994 Ford Taurus recalls 5

Suspension:front:shock Absorber NHTSA Campaign #94E036000 · 25/11/1994

THE ARC WELDS ON THE SWAY BAR BRACKET, WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE STRUT RESERVE TUBE, DID NOT FUSE PROPERLY.

Fix: MONROE DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STRUT FREE OF CHARGE.

Vehicle Speed Control NHTSA Campaign #97V025000 · 26/02/1997

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L ENGINES AND ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, COLORADO, IOWA, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KANSAS, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, MONTANA, NORTH DAKOTA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING. WATER CAN ACCUMULATE WITHIN THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE C…

Fix: DEALERS WILL ADD A BOOT TO THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE.

Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:fan NHTSA Campaign #97V019000 · 25/02/1997

THESE VEHICLES ARE ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, IOWA, MINNESOTA, NEBRASKA, NORTH DAKOTA, AND SOUTH DAKOTA. THE VEHICLES INVOLVED ARE 1992-1994 TEMPO/TOPAZ VEHICLES WITH 3.0L ENGINES; 1994 TEMPO/TOPAZ WITH 2.3L ENGINES; 1992-1995 TAURUS/SABLE WITH 3.8L ENGINES; 1994-1995 TAURUS/SABLE WITH 3.0L ENGINES AND 1992-1994 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL VEHICLES WITH 3.8L ENGINES. DURING HIG…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ELECTRICAL JUMPER HARNESS CONTAINING AN AUTOMATIC RESETTING CIRCUIT BREAKER TO PROTECT THE FAN MOTOR LOW SPEED CIRCUITRY FROM OVERHEATING.

Structure:frame And Members NHTSA Campaign #98V323000 · 16/12/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGNIA, AND WISCONSIN. THE REAR LOWER SUBFRAME MOUNT PLATE NUT CAN EXPERIEN…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL SUBFRAME REAR MOUNT BOLTS, REINFORCEMENT PLATES, AND PLATE NUTS.

Exterior Lighting:headlights:switch NHTSA Campaign #98V009000 · 21/01/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE HEADLIGHTS CAN FLASH INTERMITTENTLY AS A RESULT OF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER OPENING. THE VEHICLE'S HEADLIGHTS CAN GO OUT FOR BRIEF INTERVALS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A HEADLIGHT SWITCH THAT INCORPORATES A CRICUIT BREAKER OF REVISED DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF A WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR AND WIRING, IF NEEDED.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

1994 Ford Taurus common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 1,117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

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.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Equipment

Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.

1994 Ford Taurus MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg

City17 mpg

Highway26 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,050

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1994 Ford Taurus costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,250

Fuel only$15,250

Per mile$0.20

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.

1994 Ford Taurus trims & engines on record

Trims

GL

Engines

3.0L 6-cyl 130 hp

1994 Ford Taurus vehicles on record

1994 Ford Taurus GL1FALP52U4RA229476

1994 Ford Taurus GL1FALP52U7RA154336

1994 Ford Taurus GL1FALP52UXRG244965

1994 Ford Taurus GL1FALP52U2RA171044

1994 Ford Taurus GL1FALP57U0RG163319

1994 Ford Taurus GL1FALP57U3RG193303

1994 Ford Taurus GL1FALP57U1RA161694

1994 Ford Taurus GL1FALP52UXRA233399

1994 Ford Taurus GL1FALP52U3RG167310

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1994 Ford Taurus — frequently asked questions

Does the 1994 Ford Taurus have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1994 Ford Taurus. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Ford Taurus?

Based on 1,117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, power train, exterior lighting.

What gas mileage does the 1994 Ford Taurus get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1994 Ford Taurus at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 26 highway).

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