2015 Ford C-MAX Energi

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2015 Ford C-MAX Energi
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:02:18.038Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2015: 15 complaints

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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.

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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, 20260717

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, 20260129

The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention).

NHTSA ODI report, 20260128

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH

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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, 20160218

Also filed under STEERING and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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, 20191209

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES

STEERING

3 of 15 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH

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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, 20181113

VISIBILITY

1 of 15 total reports mentions: visibility.

STRUCTURE

1 of 15 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20160116 — PE (closed 20161029)

Door Latch Failure

I 20191219 — RQ (closed 20220207)

Door Latch Failures

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 Ford C-MAX Energi — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for back over prevention issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for steering issues (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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.