2014 Ford Fusion Energi
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 4 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 121 |
| 2020 | 43 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
21% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
THE CHARGE MELTED, ALMOST CAUGHT FIRE THE ELECTRICAL 110 VOLT GFI REPT IN MY GARAGE. I CREATED A CASE WITH FORD AND THEY SAY TOO BAD CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY. MY WIFE AND 20 MONTH OLD SON WERE IN THE HOUSE WHEN THE REPT STARTED SMOKING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180809
DROVE THE CAR DOWN A MOUNTAIN ROAD AND SOMEHOW MANAGED TO REGENERATE 29 MILES ON THE BATTERY. THOUGHT THAT VERY STRANGE AS THE HIGHEST CHARGE OR REGEN ACHIEVED PRIOR TO THIS SHOWED 24 MILES AND DID NOT THINK THE BATTERY COULD HOLD THAT MUCH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150418
The car is suffering random shutdown and intermittent times. The battery is no longer holding a charge and when it shuts down this places me at extreme risk.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260711
Also filed under ENGINE
18% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
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Transmission going out
NHTSA ODI report, 20260829
15% of complaints: seat belts — 5 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion Energi. The contact stated that the rear passengerâs and driverâs side seat belts failed to latch securely.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250425
12% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
DRIVING AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY AND "CHECK ADVANCTRACK" AND "POWER HILL ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE" LIGHT ILLUMINATED. CAR BECAME VERY HARD TO STEER. LOST CONTROL AND SKID TO THE SIDE OF ROAD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190717
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Door Latch Failures
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Ford Fusion Energi — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (5 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2014 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 2014 Ford Fusion Energi?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Fusion 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.