2020 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 | 32 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 120 |
| 2020 | 42 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
83% of complaints: electrical system — 35 distinct reports on file.
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car can catch on fire due to hybrid battery issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230914
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V440000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230908
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V440000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230908
10% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.
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The contact stated their son owned a 2020 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that their son was driving at approximately 35 MPH, when the vehicle's instrument panel illuminated all possible warning lights.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221018
2% of complaints: wheels — 1 distinct report on file.
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THE MICHELIN ENERGY SAVER A/S HAD TWO FAILED TIRES ONE WITH A BLOW OUT AND THE OTHER WITH A SIDE WALL BUBBLES. TIRES ONLY HAVE 1800 MILES ON THEM ON A BRAND NEW CAR. DEALERSHIP CLAIMED ROAD HAZARD BUT NOTHING WAS HIT AND THERE WERE NO PUNCTURES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20191225
2% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 1 distinct report on file.
2% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 1 distinct report on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2020 Ford Fusion Energi — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (35 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2020 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 2020 Ford Fusion Energi?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 83% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 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.