2011 Ford Taurus engine problems
40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2011 Ford Taurus — 21% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Driving on access rd. Car stalled in middle of traffic. Glad I was not driving on highway. Lucky several drivers helped push car into a gas station. Saw water leak under car. There were no codes or indicators of over heating. Let car cool off. Noticed water in coolant reservoir. still was able to…”
filed Sep 22, 2025
“The contact owns a 2011 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while his wife was driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light and several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The driver was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed…”
filed Mar 6, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
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Engine problems in other Taurus years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Taurus | 3 | 7% |
| 2017 Taurus | 4 | 9% |
| 2016 Taurus | 12 | 15% |
| 2015 Taurus | 32 | 12% |
| 2014 Taurus | 16 | 7% |
| 2013 Taurus | 69 | 12% |
| 2012 Taurus | 11 | 14% |
| 2010 Taurus | 37 | 18% |
| 2009 Taurus | 6 | 9% |
| 2008 Taurus | 20 | 11% |
| 2007 Taurus | 7 | 5% |
| 2006 Taurus | 24 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Ford Taurus
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.