A PART FOR MY CARS 'SHIFTING CABLE' HAS BEEN RECALLED SEVERAL TIMES, PRIOR TO THE RECALL I HAD TO PERSONALLY PAY OUT OF POCKET TO REPLACE SAID SHIFTING CABLE. AT THIS TIME MY CAR CONTINUES TO HAVE SEVERE/DANGEROUS SHIFTING PROBLEMS. EX: WHEN I'M DRIVING AND IT'S NEEDS TO SHIFT GEARS THE CAR JERKS INCREDIBLY HARD. WHEN I STOP AT A STOP SIGN AND ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE I GET NOTHING LIKE THE CAR HAS S…
2014 ford Fusion powertrain problems
moderate 233 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
233
Recalls
0
Crashes
6
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
BUSHING WITH TRANSMISSION CABLE CAME OFF, WITH IT IN GEAR, EVEN THO SHIFTED INTO PARK, ITS A KNOWN RECALL ON OTHER MODELS BUT THIS ONE IS NOT RECALLED, AND I HAD TO PAY FOR THIS TO BE FIXED. NOT RIGHT
TL* THE CONTACT'S MOTHER OWNS A 2014 FORD FUSION. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS OR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING, IT WOULD STALL AND SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT IMMEDIATELY RESTART AFTER EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TWICE WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED EACH TIME. THE MANU…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2014 ford Fusion?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 233 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. 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.
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