2015 Ford C-MAX Energi
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 15 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Back over prevention
5 of 15 total reports mention: back over prevention.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rearview camera was inoperative, and the image was intermittently upside down. No warning lights were illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-17
The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-29
The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-28
Electrical system
4 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
1. Rear windows open 6 to 8 inches upon returning to car from store- happened 4 times. (Sitting in parking lots) 2. Car on overnight in garage. Garage has the gas furnace and heater 3.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-02-18
Also filed under Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi. While parking the vehicle, the contact was unable to turn off the ignition. Also, the ABS service warning indicator was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-09
Also filed under Service brakes
Steering
3 of 15 total reports mention: steering.
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This car has 57,500 miles and is inside the powertrain warranty period. The power assist steering felt sticky, not smooth like normal, so I took it in to the dealership.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-13
Visibility
1 of 15 total reports mentions: visibility.
Structure
1 of 15 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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2016-01-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2016-10-29 Door Latch Failure
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2019-12-19Recall queryClosed 2022-02-07 Door Latch Failures
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Ford C-MAX Energi — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Back over prevention: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi?
- The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.