2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid

▲ Better than typical

2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:47:53.080Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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

2015: 46 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2010	504
2011	132
2012	95
2013	126
2014	65
2015	46
2016	47
2017	67
2018	58
2019	32
2020	8

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 33%

33% of complaints: steering — 15 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

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GOOD AFTERNOON, I WANT TO BRING THIS TO YOUR ATTENTION. I DON'T KNOW IF IT'S A PROBLEM WITH FORD OR WITH ME. SO PLEASE BEAR WITH ME. I JUST PURCHASED THE ABOVE VEHICLE ABOUT 3 WEEKS AGO. IT IS BRAND NEW.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150421

Power steering goes out while driving. Usually the colder it is the more frequent. 5 instances of power steering loss. Warning lights about steering loss on dash come on. 1 trip to dealer found nothing wrong.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240114

SERVICE BRAKES 20%

20% of complaints: service brakes — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

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The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately at 70 MPH and turning slightly into the right lane, the steering began to shudder. The contact was unaware of any warning lights being illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220311

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 17%

17% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.

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The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231006

ENGINE 11%

11% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.

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Engine makes a whining sound when motor engages. 2 auto shops, including Ford dealership says it's a bad transmission. When I went online to see if others have had this problem, issue was confirmed that this is a common problem with this Hybrid.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230912

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20141215 — power train

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured July 27, 2013, to October 31, 2014, 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to October 31, 2014, and 2015 Ford Fusion...

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14C11.

Campaign 14V736000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190118 — equipment

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 120V Convenience charge cords that were supplied with and sold for use with 2013-2015 Ford C-Max Energi and Fusion Energi vehicles and 2012-2015 Ford Focus Electric vehicles.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current cord with a new 120V convenience cord with a thermistor, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Campaign 18V592000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20191219 — RQ (closed 20220207)

Door Latch Failures

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

I 20220808 — RQ (closed 20230324)

Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for steering issues (15 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes issues (9 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 14V736000 (power train) has been completed.
Verify recall 18V592000 (equipment) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2019 ● 2016 ● 2018

WORST YEARS

■ 2010 ■ 2011 ◆ 2013

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

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

How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.