Some 2013-2015 Fusion/MKZ/Escape/MKC with a 1.6L GTDI, 1.5L GTDI, or 2.0L GTDI may exhibit a lack of power, loss of power, or stall when placed in gear with DTCs P00C6, P0087, P008A, P008B, P018C, or P018D. If normal diagnosis leads to a biased or failed Fuel Low Pressure (FLP) sensor, the sensor is available without the need to order the entire fuel line assembly. The FLP sensor, located on the fuel supply line to the high pressure pump, provides the low side fuel pressure input to the PCM so the Fuel Driver Module can be controlled accordingly. The FLP PID can be viewed in the Datalogger and then compared to a manual pressure gauge per pinpoint test HC in the PCED to validate the sensor is
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Ford Fusion fuel system problems
moderate Owners of the 2014 Ford Fusion have filed 8 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See fuel system across all vehicles →
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
| Model year | fuel system complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 Fusion | 208 |
| 2011 Fusion | 57 |
| 2012 Fusion | 6 |
| 2013 Fusion | 22 |
| 2014 Fusion (this page) | 8 |
| 2015 Fusion | 10 |
| 2016 Fusion | 7 |
| 2018 Fusion | 7 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
2.0L Ecoboost - Fuel odor
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗FORD: SOME FORD FUSION 2014-2015 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN HARD START, LONG CRANK, OR AN RUN-THROUGH CONDITION IF EQUIPPED WITH AN 1.5L GTDI ENGINE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗LINCOLN/FORD: WHEN DOING MANEUVERS IN PARKING LOT, STOPPING, OR IDLING, A NOISE LIKE TAPPING, GURGLE, OR PERCOLATING CAN BE HEARD COMING FROM FUEL TANK AREA. MODEL 2013-14 FUSION, MKZ.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗FORD: WHILE IDLING, OR STOPPING, OR DURING SLOW PARKING TYPE OF MANEUVERS, A NOISE (GURGLING, PERCOLATING OR TAPPING) IS HEARD COMING FROM FUEL TANK AREA AND HAPPENS WHEN FUEL LEVEL IS 7/8 OR ABOVE. MODEL 2014 FUSION.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
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File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2014 Ford Fusion?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 8 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Based on the 8 complaints filed, fuel system issues most often appear around 112,170 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Ford/Fusion.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.