2018 Ford Taurus
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Ford Taurus is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 14 on record.
2018 Ford Taurus at a glance
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2018 Ford Taurus recalls 4
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.
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. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional l…
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.
2018 Ford Taurus common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2018 Ford Taurus MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2018 Ford Taurus worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2018 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 ($19,883) with the same model 5 model-years older ($13,986), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2018 Ford Taurus trims & engines on record
2018 Ford Taurus vehicles on record
2018 Ford Taurus SE FWD1FAHP2D80JG104075
2018 Ford Taurus Limited AWD1FAHP2J88JG135238
2018 Ford Taurus Limited FWD1FAHP2F84JG117375
2018 Ford Taurus Limited FWD1FAHP2F89JG127478
2018 Ford Taurus Limited FWD1FAHP2F85JG129485
2018 Ford Taurus Limited FWD1FAHP2F88JG109554
2018 Ford Taurus SEL FWD1FAHP2E84JG102425
2018 Ford Taurus SE FWD1FAHP2D85JG112740
2018 Ford Taurus SE FWD1FAHP2D82JG118723
2018 Ford Taurus SE FWD1FAHP2D84JG123194
2018 Ford Taurus Limited FWD1FAHP2F83JG102186
2018 Ford Taurus SHO AWD1FAHP2KT8JG103974
2018 Ford Taurus SEL AWD1FAHP2H88JG132121
2018 Ford Taurus SE FWD1FAHP2D80JG137576
Other Ford Taurus model years
2018 Ford Taurus — frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Ford Taurus have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Ford Taurus?
Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, back over prevention, electrical system.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Ford Taurus get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Ford Taurus at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 2018 Ford Taurus worth?
Comparable 2018 Ford Taurus listings run roughly $14,814–$33,888, typically around $19,883 (from 9 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.