Ford Fusion Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Ford Fusion — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020Best | Excellent | 1 | 138 | 8 | 6 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2019 | Excellent | 1 | 176 | 4 | 6 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2018 | Excellent | 1 | 287 | 6 | 4 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2017 | Good | 2 | 690 | 33 | 27 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2016 | Good | 7 | 989 | 54 | 9 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2015 | Good | 8 | 638 | 19 | 10 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2014 | Good | 10 | 902 | 33 | 17 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2013 | Caution | 11 | 1164 | 56 | 34 | 2 | Steering | Full report → |
| 2012 | Caution | 4 | 1518 | 81 | 59 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2011 | Caution | 6 | 1850 | 61 | 43 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2010Worst | Avoid | 9 | 3384 | 69 | 51 | 3 | Steering | Full report → |
| 2009 | Good | 5 | 649 | 68 | 68 | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
| 2008 | Good | 4 | 772 | 30 | 17 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2007 | Good | 3 | 662 | 41 | 32 | 1 | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2006 | Good | 3 | 481 | 31 | 19 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
15 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Ford Fusion Problems
Based on 14,300 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Fusion Years to Avoid
Best Fusion Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Ford Fusion Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Ford Fusion Reliability
What year Fusion has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2010 Ford Fusion had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 3384 complaints and 9 safety recalls. See the full 2010 report for specific defects.
Is the Ford Fusion reliable?
The Ford Fusion has accumulated 14,300 owner-filed complaints and 75 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 6 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2020 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Fusion.
What are the most common Fusion problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Steering (2890 reports), Air Bags (1838 reports), Engine (1621 reports), Power Train (1554 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Fusion has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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