2014 Ford Taurus driver assistance problems

Filed Jul 16, 2026 · Driver assistance · NC

My rear-view (back-up) camera displays the image “reversed” when I put the vehicle in reverse, meaning the direction of what I see doesn’t match the direction the vehicle is actually moving. This is dangerous because it can confuse the driver when judging distances and steering or aligning the car while backing up, increasing the risk of hitting a person, child, or parked object—especially in tight spaces, at low speeds, or when visibility is limited (night, rain, or glare). I’m requesting inspection and corrective action to ensure the camera feed is properly oriented and reliable before the vehicle is used for reversing maneuvers.

Filed Sep 10, 2025 · Driver assistance · NY

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera failed to operate as needed, with a blank image displayed on the screen while the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the contact was informed that the camera could not be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The contact was then referred to the federal safety agency Hotline to file a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jul 3, 2025 · Driver assistance · 110,000 miles · OK

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was blank or distorted. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related to the failure to the federal safety agency Action Number: RQ21002 (Back Over Prevention). The failure mileage was approximately 110,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jun 7, 2023 · Driver assistance · 163,000 miles · MO

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the back-up camera was inoperable. The contact stated that on several occasions the camera image displayed was upside down, distorted or showed a black screen. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who provided an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided a case number and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 163,000.

Filed Oct 4, 2022 · Driver assistance · 69,574 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the rear-view camera failed intermittently when the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R). There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the back over prevention camera needed to be repaired or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 69,574.

Filed Mar 8, 2021 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 125,000 miles · FL

Back up camera glitches either upside down, all black, or blue. Saying visit dealership. This effect the sensors when backing up. Multiple people have this problem with the 6th generation ford taurus. When you go to the dealership they tell you it's a $250 part with a additional $50 labor. Ford knows this is a problem, I personally think it should be recalled.

Filed Oct 21, 2020 · Driver assistance · 50,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford taurus. The contact stated that the rear view camera was inoperable. The rear view camera occasionally showed a blank screen or an upside-down view while reversing. The instrument panel displayed a message that the camera was not available. The vehicle was taken to fletcher auto group ford (3015 turkey creek road, blvd, joplin, mo 64801, (417)-317-5307) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that an internal part in the camera failed and that the camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v575000 (visibility). The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

Filed May 8, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 93,647 miles · TX

Sometime in march 2019 my car didnt want to start.it had been parked over night at my house. I tried to start it and it just kept turning over but no start. I called the dealership and they had it towed to the dealer. I was advised that it was the battery. I was charged about $185 to buy another battery. The car was working fine until may 2, 2019 it was parked at my place of employment and had to leave it there over night and have it towed the next morning to the dealership. The wanted to charge me $400 to get it replaced. My arguement is I could of saved $185 on a battery that didnt need replacing and 2 months later they wanted me to ditch out more money. I had to arguement with them for several hours. Till the manager said that they will take care of the cost. But it shouldnt had lead to that. I know several ford taurus have been recalled but not my VIN number. I dont understand why when they are all fords taurus 2014 and they are having the same problem. I wouldnt of spend $185 on money I dont have to spend.

Filed Dec 10, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 65,530 miles · PA

Driving 40 MPH power steering went out almost causing crash off roadway. After regaining control, moved to shoulder. Turned off car, turned on car, then was ok. Then happened again when leaving work - sensors on and no reset this time. Had to carefully limp it home. Tried replacing fuse for steering - but didn't work - will need to go to dealer. Just went out to get picture of codes - but it's working again. Something is terribly wrong electrically!

Filed Oct 27, 2017 · Driver assistance, Steering · 55,200 miles · OH

Driving about 35 MPH on a city street when warning came up that said power steering assist failure, and advance trac needs service, also turn signals will not stay on unless holding lever. Power steering went out very hard to control car. Took to mechanic had to have complete rack and pinion replaced only 55,200 miles on car same problem from other year models that are recalled but not for this model year.