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2018 ford fusion — Problems, Recalls & Complaints

Aggregated from NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Data updated daily from federal databases.

2
Open Recalls
402
Owner Complaints
5
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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2018 ford fusion Safety Recalls (2)

18V16700012/03/2018
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.

23V16200010/03/2023
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.

Most Common Problems Reported for 2018 ford fusion

ENGINE
106
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
62
POWER TRAIN
60
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
18
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
15
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
14
STEERING
12
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
10

Based on 402 owner complaints filed with NHTSA

Safety Incident Summary

8
Crash-Involved Complaints
5
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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