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ProblemsByVin File / 2015-FORD-FUSION
2015 · ford

ford Fusion problems

4 safety recalls. 1,039 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

engine
239 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
steering
175 reports · avg $700
moderate
powertrain
139 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
109 reports · avg $450
severe
electrical
91 reports · avg $850
severe
airbags
31 reports · avg $1,100
severe
body
24 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
wheels
19 reports · avg $400
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2015 Fusion · visibility
Driver side sun visor fell off hinge and was dangling from wire that powers vanity mirror. Plastic part holding it up seems to have fallen off. No screws there. Had to hold it in one hand until I could pull over and figure out how to stow it.
12/31/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11633295.0
2015 Fusion · brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD FUSION. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKE LINE MALFUNCTIONED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS VERY LOOSE AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL INTO A PARKING LOT AND BUMP AGAINST A CURB TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS…
12/31/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11292271.0
2015 Fusion · other
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD FUSION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED MULTIPLE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE LOST POWER INDEPENDENTLY AND THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO ENGAGE WHILE DRIVING. ALSO, AFTER FUELING THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE FAILED TO START. FURTHERMORE, WHEN THE…
12/31/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11292305.0
2015 Fusion · powertrain
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD FUSION HYBRID. WHEN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO SHIFT FROM PARK INTO DRIVE TO START THE IGNITION, SHE WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS AND "PARKING GAUGE ENGAGED" APPEARED. THE CONTACT ALSO HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE.…
12/31/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11292313.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 4

severe NHTSA 15V250000 28/04/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured February 3, 2012, to March 20, 2015, and 2015 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 26, 2015, to February 28, 2015, and originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia

If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist. Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealer and replace the steering gear motor bolts as required. If one or more of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S14.
severe NHTSA 14V736000 18/11/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured July 27, 2013, to October 31, 2014, 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to October 31, 2014, and 2015 Ford Fusion Energi vehicles manufactured July 14, 2014, to October 31, 2014

If the key can be removed despite that the transmission is not in Park, a driver may think the vehicle is safety parked, when it is not, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway that could cause the vehicle to strike and injure the driver, other vehicle occupants, or bystanders.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14C11.
severe NHTSA 22V011000 13/01/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 Mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Hawaii

A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "PARK" position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on March 4, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 13, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S02.
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Common questions

Is the 2015 Ford Fusion reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 5.8 out of 10 based on 1,039 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 Ford Fusion has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2015 Ford Fusion?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 239 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Ford Fusion has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2015 Ford Fusion?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 1,039 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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