Ford Fusion Hybrid problems and recalls by year
1,201 owner complaints since 2005, most for the 2010 (509); 2 recalls, 10 investigations.
By model year
Years with 100+ complaints
2013 Fusion Hybrid: 126 complaints
1 crash, 4 fires, 1 injury · 18V592000
| Component | Complaints | Median miles |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 29 | 111,000 |
| Electrical system | 20 | 28,852 |
| Steering | 19 | 90,000 |
| Engine | 11 | 25,500 |
| Seat belts | 11 | 78,000 |
| Service brakes | 11 | 35,000 |
| Structure › Body | 11 | 59,000 |
| Air bags | 10 | 22,505 |
2011 Fusion Hybrid: 132 complaints
3 crashes, 2 injuries, 2 deaths
| Component | Complaints | Median miles |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 43 | 81,000 |
| Air bags | 34 | 59,000 |
| Service brakes | 21 | 73,650 |
| Engine | 12 | 73,220 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 73,626 |
| Power train | 11 | 97,400 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 8 | 69,800 |
| Structure › Body | 5 | 73,626 |
2010 Fusion Hybrid: 509 complaints
9 crashes, 2 injuries
| Component | Complaints | Median miles |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 137 | 96,395 |
| Air bags | 135 | 71,000 |
| Service brakes | 80 | 100,000 |
| Power train | 47 | 75,250 |
| Engine | 46 | 77,300 |
| Vehicle speed control | 45 | 65,000 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 38 | 77,000 |
| Electrical system | 30 | 75,000 |
2 recall campaigns since 2005
September 10, 2018 · 18V592000 · 2013–2015 · Equipment › Electrical
Cords with part numbers FM58-10B706-AA, FM58-10B706-AB, FM58-10B706-AC, FM58-10B706-AD, FM58-10B706-AE and FM58-10B706-AF were manufactured without thermistors, and during vehicle charging, increased resistance in the house's outlet or wiring can cause the…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current cord with a new 120V convenience cord with a thermistor, free of charge.
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Defect investigations
2 of 10 open.
| Investigation | Years | Opened | Subject | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DP26004 | 2010 | April 9, 2026 | Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated | Open |
| EA21002 | 2012–2016 | September 17, 2021 | Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture | Open |
| DP22005 | 2010–2020 | January 27, 2023 | Pedestrian alert sounds | Closed |
| RQ22004 | 2013–2018 | August 8, 2022 | Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures | Closed |
| RQ19005 | 2013–2016 | December 19, 2019 | Door Latch Failures | Closed |
| EA17004 | 2010, 2012 | November 20, 2017 | Power Steering Failure | Closed |
| PE16011 | 2010 | September 28, 2016 | Power Steering Failure | Closed |
| EA15002 | 2013 | February 27, 2015 | Door Latch Failure | Closed |
| PE14030 | 2010–2012 | October 2, 2014 | Electric power steering failure | Closed |
| EA12009 | 2010–2011 | December 12, 2012 | Floor mat interference with accelerator | Closed |
Complaints are unverified owner reports, and a recall names a model year, not a car: for one car, decode its VIN here or look it up at NHTSA. Ford models.
Data: NHTSA, October 17, 2026.