Model year guide

2010 Ford Taurus

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Ford Taurus is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 168 on record.

2010 Ford Taurus — representative photo
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2010 Ford Taurus at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints204
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$10,277

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2010 Ford Taurus recalls 3

Structure:body:door NHTSA Campaign #15V040000 · 28/01/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured June 1, 2011, to October 31, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S02.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #14V285000 · 29/05/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the Dist…

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the license plate lamp assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S08. Note: Under program 14R01, Ford will notify owners in non-c…

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 recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Ford Taurus common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 204 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
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.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
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.

2010 Ford Taurus MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,988

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

What's a 2010 Ford Taurus worth?

Low
$7,000
Typical price
$10,277
High
$13,700

From 167 comparable 2010 Ford Taurus listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Ford Taurus costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,940
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,350
Total$23,290
Per mile$0.31

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($10,277) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,938), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Ford Taurus trims & engines on record

Trims
SEL · SE · Limited · SHO · SEL FWD · SHO AWD · Limited AWD · SE FWD · Limited FWD
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 263 hp · 3.5L 6-cyl 365 hp

2010 Ford Taurus vehicles on record

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2010 Ford Taurus — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Ford Taurus have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 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 2010 Ford Taurus?

Based on 204 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, air bags, seats.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Ford Taurus get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Ford Taurus at about 21 mpg combined (18 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 2010 Ford Taurus worth?

Comparable 2010 Ford Taurus listings run roughly $7,000–$13,700, typically around $10,277 (from 167 vehicles).

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