How many brake complaints does the 2011 Ford Taurus have?

NHTSA lists 17 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Ford Taurus, which is 9% of the 187 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Ford Taurus?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints for this model year.

At what mileage do brake problems usually appear on the 2011 Taurus?

The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints is 70,652 miles.

Did the brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the brake complaints for the 2011 Taurus.

How does the 2011 Taurus compare to other years for brake complaints?

The 2011 model year's 9% share is lower than the 2010 model year's 19%, but higher than 2012 (6%), 2015 (3%), and later years like 2017 (2%) and 2019 (0%).

2011 Ford Taurus Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 17 brake complaints for the 2011 Ford Taurus, 9% of that year's 187 total complaints. There are no related recalls on file, and no crashes, fires, or injuries were reported in this component. Median mileage at failure was 70,652.

Brakes complaints: 17; 9% of 187
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 70,652 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Some owners report brake pedal loss of response or reduced stopping power in wet conditions, requiring extreme pedal force and use of the emergency brake to stop.
Owners describe persistent squeaking or grinding noises when braking, in both forward and reverse, that a dealer told one owner was normal for the model.
Rear and front calipers reportedly seized repeatedly, wearing brakes and rotors down and requiring multiple replacements within months.
Some owners report intermittent brake light failure traced to a wiring harness needing replacement.
One owner reported the brake pedal became difficult to depress at low speed, diagnosed as a failed brake booster.
Owners describe a loud roaring or groaning noise from the brakes when depressed hard.

When 2011 Ford Taurus brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 3, 2012, latest Mar 4, 2023.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2012 to Mar 2023; peak Feb 2013 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Ford Taurus

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Taurus model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200537 (5%)
200630 (9%)
200711 (7%)
200818 (10%)
20097 (11%)
201038 (19%)
201117 (9%)
20125 (6%)
201329 (5%)
201413 (6%)
20157 (3%)
20164 (5%)
20171 (2%)
20182 (4%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2011 Ford Taurus have?: NHTSA lists 17 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Ford Taurus, which is 9% of the 187 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Ford Taurus?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints for this model year.
At what mileage do brake problems usually appear on the 2011 Taurus?: The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints is 70,652 miles.
Did the brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the brake complaints for the 2011 Taurus.
How does the 2011 Taurus compare to other years for brake complaints?: The 2011 model year's 9% share is lower than the 2010 model year's 19%, but higher than 2012 (6%), 2015 (3%), and later years like 2017 (2%) and 2019 (0%).