VIN Vehicle Report

2005 Ford Taurus SE

1FAFP53235A236262

Vehicle history report for the 2005 Ford Taurus SE (VIN 1FAFP53235A236262). Blue, sedan/saloon, 3.0L 6-cyl 155 hp, flexible fuel vehicle (ffv). 189,941 mi reported. Registered in Mo. 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.

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2005 Ford Taurus SE, Blue, Sedan/Saloon — representative vehicle photo for VIN 1FAFP53235A236262
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At a glance

Reported mileage189,941 mi
LocationMo, USA
ColorBlue
Last listed price$800
Recall campaigns1

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Ford
Model
Taurus
Year
2005
Trim
SE
Body style
Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Engine
3.0L 6-cyl 155 hp
Displacement
3 L
Horsepower
155 hp
Cylinders
6
Fuel type
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
Doors
4
Assembly plant
HAPEVILLE, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY

🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 2005 Ford Taurus data →

📋 All factory specifications on file4 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

⚙️ Engine, fuel & battery

Other engine infoEFI

📐 Body, chassis & dimensions

Gvwr (upper range)Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

🛡️ Safety & driver assistance

Air bag location front1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Seat belts allManual

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

What's a 2005 Ford Taurus worth?

What comparable 2005 Ford Taurus vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.

Low
$800
Typical price
$1,938
High
$3,700

Most 2005 Ford Taurus listings fall between $800 and $3,700, from 181 comparable cars.

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MPG & running costs

U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2005 Ford Taurus with this engine.

Combined20 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,350
FuelRegular
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume105 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions with this engine; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.

Crash-test safety ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2005 Ford Taurus.

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2005 Ford Taurus 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Ford Taurus costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$700
Total$17,450
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,938) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,225), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
197.6 in
Width
72.8 in
Height
56.3–57.9 in
Wheelbase
108.7 in
Curb weight
3,307–3,497 lb
Front track
61.8 in
Rear track
62.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 Ford Taurus — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

Stuck throttle Closed

Preliminary Evaluation (PE)12-005 was opened to investigate allegations of speed control cables detaching from the throttle body and subsequently interfering with the throttle closing fully to the idle position in model year (MY) 2005 and 2006 Ford Taurus vehicles. The speed control cable, throttle body attachment arm (“nail head”) for the speed control cable, cable mounting bracket and cable routing for the MY 2005…

NHTSA #PE12005 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Mar 2012 · closed Oct 2012

ENGINE STALLING FFV Closed

ON OCTOBER 11, 2006, PUBLIC CITIZEN PETITIONED ODI TO INVESTIGATE REPORTS OF ENGINE STALLS CAUSED BY E85 FUEL IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2003 - 2005 FORD TAURUS FLEX-FUEL VEHICLES (FFV). ODI'S REVIEW OF THE PETITION AND OTHER AVAILABLE DATA FOUND A LOW STALL RATE ATTRIBUTABLE TO E-85 FUELING AND THAT THE MAIN CONCERNS, PROLONGED ENGINE START AND ROUGH IDLE DURING COLD ENGINE STARTUP AT WINTER TEMPERATURES, WERE RESOL…

NHTSA #DP06005 · Fuel System, Other, Fuel System, Gasoline · opened Dec 2006 · closed Dec 2007

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 31

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be free. Showing the 10 most recent of 31.

This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accomp…

Bulletin TSB 20-2233 · Structure · Jul 2020

Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Pro…

Bulletin TSB 19-2026 · Structure · Feb 2019

Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Pro…

Bulletin TSB 19-2026 · Structure, Equipment · Feb 2019

The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these P…

Bulletin SSM 46085 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Engine · Sep 2016

EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR VEHICLES WITH HARD START WHEN OPERATING ON E85 FUEL, POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) CALIBRATION. WARRANTY EXTENDED FOR 10 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES WHICH EVER COMES FIRST. SAMPLE CONSUMER LETTER ATTACHED. *KB

Bulletin 0607 · Power Train · Dec 2006

CAMSHAFT TICK NOISE - 3.0L 4V ENGINE ONLY. *TT

Bulletin 04208 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2006

FLEX FUEL - LONG CRANK/HARD START. *TT

Bulletin 0655 · Electrical System · Jan 2006

SPARK KNOCK, HESITATION ABOVE 3000 RPM, LOSS OF POWER, MISFIRE, AND POSSIBLE ENGINE DAMAGE DUE TO DETONATION AND PRE-IGNITION - 3.0L-2V VULCAN GAS/FFV. *TT

Bulletin 052218 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2005

POWER LOCK CONCERNS - SERVICE TIP. *TT

Bulletin 05224 · Latches/locks/linkages · Nov 2005

POWER WINDOW CONCERNS - SERVICE TIP. *TT

Bulletin 05227 · Visibility · Nov 2005

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the TAURUS. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Ford Taurus

The Ford Taurus is an automobile that was manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company in the United States from 1985 to 2019. From 1985 to 2009, Ford marketed the Taurus alongside its rebadged variant, the Mercury Sable. Four generations of the high-performance version were also manufactured from 1988 to 1999 and 2009 to 2019.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

Safety recall campaigns 1

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October…

Remedy: Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.

NHTSA Campaign #16E026000 · 01/04/2016

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 7 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on all 774 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Ford Taurus, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.

💥 40 involved a crash 🔥 10 involved a fire 🚑 28 reported injuries

Vehicle Speed Control 529 reports

🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Power Train 123 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Engine 68 reports

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Engine And Engine Cooling 40 reports

🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Service Brakes 36 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Fuel/propulsion System 29 reports

🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Pre-purchase checklist

Owner complaints 774

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2005 Ford Taurus.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

I was on my way to work. When I came to the stop sign to turn on the main road. I felt my car jerk. I thought it was weird and kept driving anyways. Then I noticed the resistance was gone from the gas pedal and it went straight to the floor. So I came to the stop light and kept my foot on the brake. When the light turned green and I had let go of the brakes.…

NHTSA ODI #11547998

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

For a while now I have noticed that intermittently when barely stepping on the accelerator pedal, the car will accelerate but continue to speed up even with my foot off of the accelerator. I have to step on the break extremely hard to come to a stop, and car will still be doing around 40mph when at a complete stop or light. The check engine light has been …

NHTSA ODI #11487791

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

On December 10, 2020 I acquired tis particular automobile. In the calendar year following, I have been advised of and experience "sudden acceleration" and other anomalies . I have found further oil pan plug bolt, and today 02/10/2022 the Complaint of other owners. Particularly airbag sudden inflation and brake shift Interlock and no airbag operation. Th…

NHTSA ODI #11451326

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently from 45 mph to 65 mph. The contact stated the accelerator pedal was not being depressed during the failure. The brake pedal was depressed to slow the vehicle to a stop. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and inspected under the hoo…

NHTSA ODI #11427597

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

DESIGN FLAW - STATION WAGON REAR TAILGATE OPENING LEVER AND ROD TO LOCK IS INOPERATIVE.

NHTSA ODI #11405200

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

RANDOM AND SPORADIC ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET.

NHTSA ODI #11403747

AIR BAGS

THE CAR WAS STARTED THEN IT WAS BEING SHIFTED FROM PARK TO DRIVE, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WENT OFF, BEFORE GETTING IT IN TO DRIVE (MADE IT TO NEUTRAL).THIS HAPPENED IN THE DRIVEWAY.

NHTSA ODI #11385609

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

MY CAR WILL ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN WITHOUT ME PRESSING THE GAS. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST 4 TIMES A WEEK WHILE I AM DRIVING AND HAPPENS WHEN I AM DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 50 MPH. I CAN MAKE THE ENGINE REV/ACCELERATION STOP BY QUICKLY TAPPING ON THE GAS PEDAL. I HAVE HAD THE CRUISE CONTROL DISCONNECTED BECAUSE MY MECHANIC THOUGHT THIS WAS PART OF THE PROBLEM BUT …

NHTSA ODI #11383695

+ 766 more complaints on record.

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Is the VIN 1FAFP53235A236262 valid?

1FAFP53235A236262 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2005 Ford Taurus.

Are there safety recalls on the 2005 Ford Taurus?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2005 Ford Taurus model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What is a fair price for a 2005 Ford Taurus?

Comparable 2005 Ford Taurus listings run roughly $800–$3,700, typically around $1,938 (from 181 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.

What is the 2005 Ford Taurus safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2005 Ford Taurus crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What fuel economy does the 2005 Ford Taurus get?

The 2005 Ford Taurus has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (18 city / 25 highway).

Recall data checked 7 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.