2017 Ford C-MAX Energi
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
2 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
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The contact owned a 2017 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact stated while starting the vehicle in the parking lot of her residence, there was a strong burning odor and several unknown warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-04-05
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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While driving, vehicle doors and window areas creak as if the frame/structure is compromised or flexing unusually. May be simply poor quality construction or poor latching mechanisms, but seems unusual for a new vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-28
Hybrid propulsion system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: hybrid propulsion system.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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Vehicle shuts down while driving on the road/interstate. This is a vehicle with a plug-in battery propulsive system. Has happened 4X this year. Twice on i-96 in Michigan this past weekend and 2X locally.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-10
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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The contact owns a 2017 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact stated while driving 3 MPH, the vehicle started to stall and failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-10-21
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Ford C-MAX Energi — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Hybrid propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2017 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 2017 Ford C-MAX Energi?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 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.