2016 Ford Taurus engine problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Ford Taurus — 15% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I have learned there is a known issue with the 3.5liter twin turbo V6 motor Water Pump. The "cyclone motor" design by Ford has a known problem with water pump leaking and must be replaced, costs are typically $4,500 as the engine has a known design flaw in that the water pump was placed Inside the…”
filed Jun 11, 2024
“my vehicle's oil lines to the turbo charger failed and caused a huge oil leak and my car was smoking all over the highway. I had the vehicle towed to a nearby service station recommended by AAA. After discovering the issue, the repairman indicated there was a recall on this exact issue. However, I…”
filed Nov 24, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine componentsCampaign 16V925000 · Dec 22, 2016
Related service bulletins
For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has…
SSM 52335 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 6, 2024
Engine problems in other Taurus years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Taurus | 3 | 7% |
| 2017 Taurus | 4 | 9% |
| 2015 Taurus | 32 | 12% |
| 2014 Taurus | 16 | 7% |
| 2013 Taurus | 69 | 12% |
| 2012 Taurus | 11 | 14% |
| 2011 Taurus | 40 | 21% |
| 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 2016 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.