The 2017 Ford Fusion is associated with 1119 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 4 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Engine, accounting for 280 reports (25% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 7 certified vehicle configurations spanning 1.5l 4-cyl, 2l 4-cyl, 2.5l 4-cyl, 2.7l 6-cyl, 2L 4-Cyl hybrid, and 2L 4-Cyl plug-in hybrid configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 20 to 42 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 97 MPGe (42 MPG on gasoline) with up to 22 miles of electric driving range.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 1119 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 4 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Engine (280 / 25%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 38 crash / 9 fire / 24 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 20–42 MPG (7 variants • PHEV up to 97 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) | 23 MPG | 34 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,300 / yr |
| Fusion FWD | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 21 MPG | 31 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $2,450 / yr |
| Fusion FWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 21 MPG | 32 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $2,450 / yr |
| Fusion AWD | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 20 MPG | 29 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,650 / yr |
| Fusion AWD | 2.7L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 17 MPG | 26 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,100 / yr |
| Fusion Hybrid FWD Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43 MPG | 41 MPG | 42 MPG | — | $1,450 / yr |
| Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 104 MPGe (43 MPG) | 91 MPGe (41 MPG) | 97 MPGe (42 MPG) | 22 mi EV (610 mi total) | $1,450 / 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 2017 Ford Fusion provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 22 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 2017 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: 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: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer 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.
Affected Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer 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.
View all 2017 Ford Fusion recalls & campaign history (4 campaigns) →