MYRModel Year Report

2012 Ford Fusion Energi

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2012 Ford Fusion Energi
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:14:47.525Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Fusion Energi Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 2012: 4 complaints 2012 2013: 39 complaints 2014: 32 complaints 2014 2015: 22 complaints 2016: 21 complaints 2016 2017: 16 complaints 2018: 6 complaints 2018 2019: 120 complaints 2020: 42 complaints 2020
2012: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
20124
201339
201432
201522
201621
201716
20186
2019120
202042

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

2 of 4 total reports mention: steering.

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FORD ISSUED RECALL 15S18 FOR THE POWER STEERING ASSIST SYSTEMS THAT SHUT DOWN. IN NOVEMBER I TOOK MY CAR INTO THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP FOR A DIFFERENT RECALL ON AN AIRBAG.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191210

TAKATA RECALL POWER STEERING WENT COMPLETELY OUT. NO POWER STEERING AT ALL. STARTED THE VEHICLE UP AND STARTED TO DRIVE AND NO POWER STEERING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171225

WHEELS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: wheels.

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TIRES CONSTANTLY LOSE AIR. I HAVE BEEN TOLD IT IS THE TIRE SENSORS. I HAVE TO CONSTANTLY CHECK OUT THE TIRES TO MAKE SURE THEY ARE INFLATED PROPERLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181113

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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DRIVE TRAIN WHINE,SLIGHTLY MORE INTENSE OVER THE YEARS. CAR HAS ORIGINAL TIRES WITH 42000 MILES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170810

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Ford Fusion Energi — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 Ford Fusion 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 2012 Ford Fusion Energi?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Ford Fusion Energi have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.