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2012 FORD TAURUS Safety Overview

The 2012 FORD TAURUS has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:frontal
  • Steering:electric power assist system
  • Structure:body:door

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD TAURUS owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 FORD TAURUS 16V247000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012...

An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V247000: An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/26/2016
2012 FORD TAURUS 15V340000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without ...

If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V340000: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/2/2015
2012 FORD TAURUS 15V040000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufact...

If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

NHTSA Recall 15V040000: If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/28/2015
2012 FORD TAURUS 14V285000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured ...

This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 14V285000: This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/29/2014
2012 FORD TAURUS 13V109000

Ford is recalling certain model year 2012 Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and model year 2013 Explorer vehic...

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

NHTSA Recall 13V109000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/27/2013

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.