MYRModel Year Report

2017 Ford Fusion Energi

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2017 Ford Fusion Energi
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:15:08.928Z

Only 16 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 16 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, 2017 highlighted. 2012: 4 complaints 2012 2013: 39 complaints 2014: 32 complaints 2014 2015: 22 complaints 2016: 21 complaints 2016 2017: 16 complaints 2017 2018: 6 complaints 2018 2019: 120 complaints 2020: 42 complaints 2020
2017: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
20124
201339
201432
201522
201621
201716
20186
2019120
202042

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

CAR WAS SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY AND THE BACK LITHIUM ION BATTERY IN TRUNK HAD A SHORT AND STARTED ON FIRE WHILE CAR WAS OFF AND NOT PLUGGED IN. BURNT THROUGH TRUNK AND INTO BACK SEAT AND BOTH SPEAKERS ARE GONE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190503

THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED ABOUT 4 MONTHS AGO WITH 3,000 MILES. HAVE ALREADY FILED A COMPLAINT WITH NHTSA REGARDING A PROBLEM WITH WIRING HARNESS WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER IN TRAFFIC AS WELL AS CHANGE GEARS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170817

I BOUGHT THE CAR ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO AND THE 12V BATTERY WAS LOW AND WHEN YOU TURN THE CAR OFF IT PUT THE CAR IN SLEEP MODE DISABLING THE REMOTE FUNCTION (REMOTE LOCK/UNLOCK STARTING AND CHARGE STATE) ON THE APP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180615

POWER TRAIN

4 of 16 total reports mention: power train.

STEERING

2 of 16 total reports mention: steering.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion Energi. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, with the steering wheel feeling abnormally loose.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240405

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 16 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 16 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion Energi. The contact stated while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal failed to return to the original position; or would not respond immediately and effectively to stop the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240610

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 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 (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2017 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 2017 Ford Fusion Energi?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 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.