Before buying a used 2018 Ford Fusion, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
A 0–100 grade from public NHTSA data — higher means fewer reported problems. How it's calculated
2018 Ford Fusion 4 DR AWD
2018 Ford Fusion 4 DR FWD
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
442 complaints filed with NHTSA (9 involving a crash, 1 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion AWD — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 8.1 L/100 km (29 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) |
| Fusion AWD — Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo | 13.8 L/100 km (17 mpg) | 9 L/100 km (26 mpg) | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) |
| Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid — Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 5.5 L/100 km (43 mpg) | 5.7 L/100 km (41 mpg) | 5.6 L/100 km (42 mpg) |
| Fusion FWD — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) | 6.9 L/100 km (34 mpg) | 8.7 L/100 km (27 mpg) |
| Fusion FWD — Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 7.6 L/100 km (31 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) |
| Fusion FWD — Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 7.4 L/100 km (32 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
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.
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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
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