2017 Ford Taurus
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Ford Taurus is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 16 on record.
2017 Ford Taurus at a glance
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2017 Ford Taurus recalls 4
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Explorer, Taurus and Police Interceptor Utility and Sedan vehicles. The steering gear heat shield fasteners may corrode, allowing the heat shield to detach.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers to inspect and replace the heat shield fasteners as needed, free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S23.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Taurus vehicles equipped with mechanical key ignition systems. The keys for these vehicles may be able to be removed from the ignition when transmission is not in the PARK position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C02.
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.
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.
2017 Ford Taurus common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2017 Ford Taurus MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2017 Ford Taurus worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2017 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 ($15,172) with the same model 5 model-years older ($13,765), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2017 Ford Taurus trims & engines on record
2017 Ford Taurus vehicles on record
2017 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E88HG132084
2017 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E88HG107170
2017 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E85HG122550
2017 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2F83HG128247
2017 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2F88HG120970
2017 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E86HG139941
2017 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E84HG117629
2017 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2J86HG128461
2017 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E82HG105883
2017 Ford Taurus Police1FAHP2L85HG100163
2017 Ford Taurus SEL1FAHP2E81HG113005
2017 Ford Taurus Limited1FAHP2F82HG104828
2017 Ford Taurus SE1FAHP2D82HG135161
2017 Ford Taurus SE1FAHP2D8XHG117328
2017 Ford Taurus SE1FAHP2D80HG140388
2017 Ford Taurus Police1FAHP2L86HG144608
Other Ford Taurus model years
2017 Ford Taurus — frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Ford Taurus have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Ford Taurus?
Based on 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, back over prevention, air bags.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Ford Taurus get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Ford Taurus at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 26 highway).
How much is a 2017 Ford Taurus worth?
Comparable 2017 Ford Taurus listings run roughly $11,499–$19,998, typically around $15,172 (from 9 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.