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2017 Ford Fusion

Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations

Similar to other model years

Owner complaints for the 2017 Ford Fusion do not stand out strongly from the model-year median of 1,109.

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When problems were reported

Mileage at the reported incident

607 reports with mileage · 502 unknown

NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.

What to inspect

Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Engine. Review the 394 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Power Train. Review the 310 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Engine And Engine Cooling. Review the 134 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

37 crash reports8 fire reports24 injury reports

What owners actually said

1,109 reports
60,000 miles · Jun 15, 2023
Engine

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle shuddered. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that there was coolant intrusion into the cylinder and that the engine needed to be replaced…

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle shuddered. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that there was coolant intrusion into the cylinder and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 60,000.

NHTSA ODI #11527199

97,800 miles · Jun 13, 2023
Power Train

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, it was difficult to shift the vehicle into drive(D). After restarting the vehicle, the contact stated that he was able to shift the vehicle into drive(D) and the vehicle was driven to the residence. There was no warning light illuminated. The…

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, it was difficult to shift the vehicle into drive(D). After restarting the vehicle, the contact stated that he was able to shift the vehicle into drive(D) and the vehicle was driven to the residence. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed from the residence to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the shifter cable bushing had detached and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. After investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V376000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 97,800.

NHTSA ODI #11526818

Mileage unknown · Jun 12, 2023
Forward Collision AvoidanceSteeringVehicle Speed Control

ACCIDENT

NHTSA ODI #11526487

Mileage unknown · Jun 8, 2023
Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made a…

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI #11526106

70,000 miles · Jun 8, 2023
Engine

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine misfired and the vehicle decelerated. The contact then stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that coolant had leaked into the cyl…

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine misfired and the vehicle decelerated. The contact then stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that coolant had leaked into the cylinder and cylinder #4 misfired. The contact was informed that the short block and head gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was advised to call the NHTSA Hotline. The contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

NHTSA ODI #11526057

69,000 miles · Jun 8, 2023
Power Train

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the gear shifter failed to shift out of park(P). The powertrain warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle hesitated while depressing of the accelerator pedal while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the gear shifter failed to shift out of park(P). The powertrain warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle hesitated while depressing of the accelerator pedal while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic however, a DTC code reader failed to retrieve a fault code to determine the cause of the failure. The mechanic then informed the contact that the failure was related to the transmission shifter cable bushing. The mechanic had reached out to the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000.

NHTSA ODI #11526052

Mileage unknown · Jun 2, 2023
Wheels

Went for oil change & vehicle checkup (tire rotation, brake inspection, etc) at dealership & advised lug nuts (2 piece lug nut composition) were swelling & recommended replacing with 1 piece lug nuts - cost me over $100 to replace. Should be recall - faulty parts. Less than 15,000 miles on car.

NHTSA ODI #11524972

Mileage unknown · Jun 1, 2023
Power TrainService Brakes

I am getting the Shift system error and error u200296 when I get it scanned. The shift linkage keeps popping off and we have replaced it multiple times making it impossible to change gears

NHTSA ODI #11524955

60,000 miles · Jun 1, 2023
Power Train

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was pulling to either side, shaking, vibrating, and was very unstable. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the torque converter weld studs had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not …

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was pulling to either side, shaking, vibrating, and was very unstable. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the torque converter weld studs had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V427000 (Power Train). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced that failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 60,000.

NHTSA ODI #11524901

120,000 miles · Jun 1, 2023
Power Train

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lunged forward unintendedly and then went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was ma…

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lunged forward unintendedly and then went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

NHTSA ODI #11524878

Official recalls

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23V162000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

Mar 10, 2023

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

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

18V167000 · Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar

Mar 12, 2018

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.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

17V427000 · Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter

Jul 6, 2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.

16V874000 · Seats:mid/rear Assembly

Dec 5, 2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured September 27, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The left rear seat backs pivot pins may have been improperly welded.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: During a crash, the improper welds may fail, allowing any stowed luggage to move into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left hand, second row seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S43.

Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗

NHTSA investigations

1

RQ22004 · Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

Opened Aug 8, 2022 · Closed Mar 24, 2023

Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

On August 8, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 50 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging front brake jounce hose ruptures on model year (MY) 2013-2018 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. A ruptured front brake hose results in a brake fluid leak. As a result, the driver may experience an increase in pedal travel and a reduction in the rate of deceleration, increasing the risk of a crash. It should be noted that the subject vehicles identified fell outside the scope of NHTSA Safety Recall 20V-469, which addressed front brake hoses rupturing on certain MY 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The result causes a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needing to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.On March 10, 2023, Ford Motor Company (Ford) submitted to NHTSA Safety Recall 23V-162 (Ford Recall 23S12) to address front brake jounce hoses that may rupture. Ford found the rupture occurs from a localized failure of the internal reinforcement braid due to cyclic fatigue through tensile/bending and torsional inputs during suspension and steering articulations. The supplier for the front brake jounce hoses is Hitachi. This recall affects the subject vehicles equipped with non-hybrid engines and the suspect front brake jounce hoses (a total of 1,280,726 vehicles). The recall covers subject vehicles built from February 3, 2012 to July 19, 2017 when the suspect hoses were used in vehicle production. The remedy is for dealerships to replace both front brake jounce hoses with new hoses that have a revised braid material at no cost. The vehicles equipped with hybrid engines are excluded from the recall because the internal hose pressure is much lower due to the regenerative braking provided by the hybrid brake system. No failures of brake hoses on hybrid vehicles have been reported to ODI or Ford.Ford's actions address ODIs concerns at this time. Hybrid vehicles will be monitored for related failures. The agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by new circumstances.The 103 ODI numbers cited above can be viewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ID numbers:11511014, 11510867, 11510318, 11509030, 11505993, 11504989, 11504400, 11502147, 11502082, 11501820, 11501283, 11498439, 11498296, 11496842, 11496335, 11494931, 11494851, 11494252, 11493001, 11492084, 11492070, 11491444, 11491274, 11488858, 11488027, 11487627, 11487416, 11487233, 11486150, 11484924, 11484526, 11484080, 11483948, 11483926, 11483739, 11483723, 11482773, 11482690, 11481077, 11480788, 11480294, 11480052, 11479338, 11479334, 11479252, 11479247, 11479187, 11479094, 11479048, 11478985, 11478953, 11478729, 11478216, 11476892, 11476282, 11470558, 11468994, 11467109, 11466294, 11462746, 11461217, 11456065, 11455367, 11444848, 11436419, 11436376, 11430685, 11428329, 11425083, 11421026, 11420738, 11420735, 11420298, 11418197, 11403926, 11397549, 11366991, 11366757, 11361016, 11359968, 11354569, 11352165, 11350344, 11348799, 11343929, 11343205, 11331947, 11329020, 11319596, 11310529, 11292271, 11288455, 11254787, 11253479, 11253244, 11234622, 11230669, 11230050, 11228240, 11221111, 11143630, 11129392 and 11120228.