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Ford Fusion Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 9 model years, NHTSA lists 84 recalls and 11,245 owner complaints for the Ford Fusion. Newest model year first. Data as of November 9, 2026.
Ford Fusion by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Ford Fusion | 3 | 237 | |
| 2019 Ford Fusion | 4 | 473 | |
| 2018 Ford Fusion | 2 | 512 | |
| 2017 Ford Fusion | 4 | 1,204 | |
| 2016 Ford Fusion | 13 | 1,741 | |
| 2015 Ford Fusion | 13 | 1,066 | |
| 2014 Ford Fusion | 19 | 1,435 | |
| 2013 Ford Fusion | 20 | 1,958 | |
| 2012 Ford Fusion | 6 | 2,619 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Ford models · How these reports are made.
Ford Fusion: questions owners ask
Which Ford Fusion year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Ford Fusion model years with the most are the 2012 (2,619), 2013 (1,958) and 2016 (1,741). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Ford Fusion years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2020 (237), 2019 (473) and 2018 (512), out of 9 model years from 2012 to 2020. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Ford Fusion have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 9 Ford Fusion model years, 84 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2013 (20), 2014 (19) and 2015 (13). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most stalling complaints?
1,250 owner complaints across 9 Ford Fusion model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2012 (298), 2013 (231) and 2014 (162) model years, out of 9 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most check engine light complaints?
1,037 owner complaints across 8 Ford Fusion model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2017 (266), 2016 (231) and 2018 (139) model years, out of 8 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most power steering complaints?
952 owner complaints across 4 Ford Fusion model years describe power steering failing, locking up or turning heavy. The most were filed for the 2012 (625), 2013 (161) and 2014 (113) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most overheating complaints?
856 owner complaints across 8 Ford Fusion model years describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. The most were filed for the 2016 (183), 2013 (174) and 2017 (161) model years, out of 8 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
637 owner complaints across 7 Ford Fusion model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2016 (162), 2017 (158) and 2015 (99) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most engine failure complaints?
384 owner complaints across 5 Ford Fusion model years describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. The most were filed for the 2017 (122), 2016 (109) and 2015 (58) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most burning smell complaints?
159 owner complaints across 4 Ford Fusion model years describe a burning smell or smoke. The most were filed for the 2016 (60), 2017 (49) and 2018 (32) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most backup camera complaints?
128 owner complaints across 2 Ford Fusion model years describe the rearview or backup camera failing or showing a blank screen. The most were filed for the 2016 (88) and 2015 (40) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most no-start complaints?
55 owner complaints across 2 Ford Fusion model years describe the car failing to start. The most were filed for the 2017 (39) and 2018 (16) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Fusion years have the most transmission shifting complaints?
37 owner complaints across 2 Ford Fusion model years describe harsh, jerky or delayed transmission shifting or shuddering. The most were filed for the 2018 (22) and 2019 (15) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Ford Fusion fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Ford Fusion's first-time failure rate ranged from 15% for cars first registered in 2018 to 20.4% for 2015, across 6 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were tyres, lights and electrics, brakes. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.