2016 Ford Taurus
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Ford Taurus is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 31 on record.
2016 Ford Taurus at a glance
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2016 Ford Taurus recalls 4
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S46.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners were notified about the recall on March 3, 2020. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts become available, which is currently expected to be …
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Taurus vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.
Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the B-pillar trim as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 20, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S91.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recal…
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.
2016 Ford Taurus common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2016 Ford Taurus MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2016 Ford Taurus worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2016 Ford Taurus costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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 ($15,212) with the same model 5 model-years older ($11,166), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2016 Ford Taurus trims & engines on record
2016 Ford Taurus vehicles on record
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2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E84GG136518
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2H84GG113705
2016 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2F83GG125069
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E96GG147724
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2H83GG156111
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E85GG121834
2016 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2J84GG129235
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E82GG118888
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E87GG119261
2016 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2J81GG123702
2016 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2J80GG149238
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E86GG118585
2016 Ford Taurus SHO1FAHP2KT4GG133269
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E86GG112947
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E90GG119191
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2H82GG102766
2016 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2J85GG112394
2016 Ford Taurus SE1FAHP2D83GG158463
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2H8XGG141900
2016 Ford Taurus SE1FAHP2D80GG144763
2016 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2J83GG112989
2016 Ford Taurus SHO1FAHP2KT4GG100126
2016 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E88GG122024
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2016 Ford Taurus — frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Ford Taurus have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Ford Taurus?
Based on 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are back over prevention, suspension, electrical system.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Ford Taurus get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Ford Taurus at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 26 highway).
How much is a 2016 Ford Taurus worth?
Comparable 2016 Ford Taurus listings run roughly $11,295–$18,194, typically around $15,212 (from 24 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.