2017 Ford Fusion Energi
Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 19 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 4 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 122 |
| 2020 | 43 |
Known problem areas
Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
8 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
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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, 2019-05-03
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, 2017-08-17
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion Energi. The contact stated that after her son had parked and turned off the vehicle and upon returning to the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-02
Power train
4 of 19 total reports mention: power train.
Steering
2 of 19 total reports mention: steering.
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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, 2024-04-05
Engine
2 of 19 total reports mention: engine.
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I lost power while on the Freeway any indicators flashed: "see manual", "pre-collision assist not available", "service advance track", "downhill assist not available", the check engine light was on. It seems that when to limp mode.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-03
Service brakes
2 of 19 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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 Fusion Energi — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
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 42% 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.