The 2015 Ford Fusion is associated with 1059 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 14 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Engine, accounting for 176 reports (17% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 7 certified vehicle configurations spanning 1.5l 4-cyl, 2l 4-cyl, 2.5l 4-cyl, 2L 4-Cyl hybrid, and 2L 4-Cyl plug-in hybrid configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 25 to 41 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 88 MPGe (38 MPG on gasoline) with up to 20 miles of electric driving range.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 1059 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 14 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Engine (176 / 17%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 39 crash / 6 fire / 18 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 25–41 MPG (7 variants • PHEV up to 88 MPGe)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Fusion FWD | 1.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 25 MPG | 36 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $2,100 / yr |
| Fusion FWD | 1.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 24 MPG | 36 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,200 / yr |
| Fusion FWD | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 MPG | 33 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,350 / yr |
| Fusion FWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 MPG | 33 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,350 / yr |
| Fusion AWD | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 MPG | 31 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $2,450 / yr |
| Fusion Hybrid FWD Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43 MPG | 39 MPG | 41 MPG | — | $1,500 / yr |
| Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 95 MPGe (40 MPG) | 81 MPGe (36 MPG) | 88 MPGe (38 MPG) | 20 mi EV (550 mi total) | $1,600 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2015 Ford Fusion provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 20 miles on a single battery charge.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| 4 DR FWD | | | | | 10.9% |
| 4 DR AWD | | | | | 10.9% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Optional and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Optional in official NHTSA records for tested 2015 Ford Fusion models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Focus and 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 18V169 and 18V845. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will inspect Focus vehicles and replace the clutch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S43. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6,2026.
Affected Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Free Manufacturer 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.
Affected Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Defect Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
View all 2015 Ford Fusion recalls & campaign history (14 campaigns) →