Ford Taurus NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2017 Ford Taurus an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2019):
NHTSA rates the Ford Taurus at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Ford Taurus Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2017 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 44 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Ford Taurus Safety FAQ
Is the Ford Taurus a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Ford Taurus an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Ford Taurus?
The Ford Taurus scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 11.3%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Ford Taurus have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Ford Taurus as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.