Ford Fusion complaints by model year
22,399 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 183 | 10 | 3 | 3 |
| 2019 | 315 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 | 441 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1,111 | 37 | 8 | 4 |
| 2016 | 1,632 | 59 | 6 | 13 |
| 2015 | 994 | 34 | 5 | 13 |
| 2014 | 1,330 | 51 | 9 | 19 |
| 2013 | 1,791 | 63 | 91 | 19 |
| 2012 | 2,516 | 107 | 9 | 5 |
| 2011 | 2,787 | 80 | 10 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5,130 | 122 | 9 | 11 |
| 2009 | 1,022 | 65 | 5 | 6 |
| 2008 | 1,353 | 53 | 6 | 5 |
| 2007 | 1,064 | 58 | 5 | 4 |
| 2006 | 730 | 38 | 4 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2011–2020. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1,429 | 1,473 | 389 | 326 | 163 | 176 | 51 | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Engine | 276 | 111 | 385 | 204 | 271 | 442 | 395 | 204 | 153 | 52 |
| Power train | 268 | 158 | 280 | 235 | 143 | 311 | 312 | 106 | 69 | 67 |
| Electrical system | 202 | 164 | 160 | 160 | 102 | 149 | 125 | 26 | 36 | 38 |
| Unknown or other | 105 | 119 | 184 | 153 | 124 | 211 | 103 | 47 | 27 | 27 |
| Air bags | 330 | 404 | 101 | 43 | 39 | 50 | 28 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 194 | 113 | 73 | 118 | 124 | 133 | 101 | 6 | 5 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 176 | 58 | 120 | 71 | 56 | 83 | 35 | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford Fusion recalls (46)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Fusion model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V376000 | Jun 9, 2026 | Transmission Clutch May Fracture and Leak Fluid | 2013–2016 | — |
| 25V695000 | Oct 13, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2016 | 1.1% |
| 25V685000 | Oct 10, 2025 | Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire | 2019, 2020 | — |
| 25V442000 | Jun 27, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2019, 2020 | 54.8% |
| 23V775000 | Nov 17, 2023 | Doors May Open While Driving | 2016 | 32% |
| 23V440000 | Jun 23, 2023 | Loss of Power or Fire from Damaged Control Module | 2019, 2020 | 66.6% |
| 23V162000 | Mar 10, 2023 | Front Brake Hoses May Rupture | 2013–2018 | 44.7% |
| 22V413000 | Jun 10, 2022 | Unintentional Rollaway Due to Detached Shift Cable | 2013–2016 | 70.3% |
| 22V011000 | Jan 13, 2022 | Brake Light Malfunction and Possible Rollaway Risk | 2014, 2015 | 64.6% |
| 21V158000 | Mar 10, 2021 | Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2006–2012 | 35.2% |
| 21V081000 | Feb 16, 2021 | Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2008–2012 | 42.8% |
| 20V331000 | Jun 8, 2020 | Doors May Open While Driving | 2013, 2014 | 58.4% |
| 20V177000 | Mar 23, 2020 | Doors May Open While Driving | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 64.1% |
| 19V904000 | Dec 18, 2019 | ABS Valve May Remain Open after ABS Event | 2006–2010 | 31.7% |
| 19V632000 | Aug 29, 2019 | Steering Gear Motor May Detach | 2013–2016 | 63.7% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2013 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 4★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2012 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 4★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
| 2011 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 4★ | 4★ | 4 dr fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Ford Fusion FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford Fusion had?
NHTSA lists 46 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford Fusion model year from 2006 to 2020. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Ford Fusion year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2010 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (5,130) and the 2020 the fewest (183). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford Fusion problems?
Across the 2011–2020 model years, owners most often name the steering, engine, power train in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Ford Fusion get?
EPA rates the 2020 Ford Fusion at 23 to 42 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.