2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:47:52.330Z

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Fusion Hybrid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 2010: 504 complaints 2010 2011: 132 complaints 2011 2012: 95 complaints 2012 2013: 126 complaints 2014: 65 complaints 2014 2015: 46 complaints 2016: 47 complaints 2016 2017: 67 complaints 2018: 58 complaints 2018 2019: 32 complaints 2020: 8 complaints 2020
2011: 132 complaints
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YearComplaints
2010504
2011132
201295
2013126
201465
201546
201647
201767
201858
201932
20208

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 33%

33% of complaints: steering — 43 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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I AM CONTACTING YOU REGARDING A FATAL CAR ACCIDENT THAT MY SISTER WAS JUST KILLED IN ON 8/29/17. SHE DROVE A 2011 FORD FUSION HYBRID. MY MOTHER DID NOT KNOW ABOUT THE ISSUES MANY PEOPLE HAVE WITH THESE MODEL CARS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171106

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was difficult to turn and failed to function as needed. Additionally, several unknown warning lights were illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240705

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231204

AIR BAGS 26%

26% of complaints: air bags — 34 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES 16%

16% of complaints: service brakes — 21 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 9%

9% of complaints: engine — 12 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 8%

8% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

2011 — complaint volume: 132
I 20121212 — EA (closed 20140612)

Floor mat interference with accelerator

I 20141002 — PE (closed 20150910)

Electric power steering failure

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (43 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (34 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (21 reports on file for this year).

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2019 ▲ 2015 ● 2016

WORST YEARS

■ 2010 ◆ 2013 ◆ 2012

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FAQ

Is the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid 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.