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
- 43
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Electrical system
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
91% of complaints
Complaints per year
2020: 43 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
91% · 39 reportsMost commonly citing software and management system/energy control module (bms/becm).
Show complaint excerpts
I am filing a complaint regarding Ford Safety Recall 23S33 (NHTSA Campaign 23V440) for my 2020 Ford Fusion Energi.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-24
car can catch on fire due to hybrid battery issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-14
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, 2023-09-08
Engine
9% · 4 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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, 2022-10-18
Wheels
2% · 1 reportShow complaint excerpts
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, 2019-12-25
Vehicle speed control
2% · 1 reportService brakes
2% · 1 reportMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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I
2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2020 Ford Fusion Energi — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 39 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report 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 91% 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.