MYRModel Year Report

2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid

● Typical for this model
2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-09-16T13:03:21.117Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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, 2018 highlighted. 2010: 508 complaints 2010 2011: 132 complaints 2012: 96 complaints 2012 2013: 126 complaints 2014: 65 complaints 2014 2015: 46 complaints 2016: 51 complaints 2016 2017: 69 complaints 2018: 59 complaints 2018 2019: 35 complaints 2020: 8 complaints 2020
2018: 59 complaints
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YearComplaints
2010508
2011132
201296
2013126
201465
201546
201651
201769
201859
201935
20208

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

POWER TRAIN 17%

17% of complaints: power train — 10 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 17%

17% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rear compartment/trunk and 12v/24v/48v battery.

CRASH
SERVICE BRAKES 15%

15% of complaints: service brakes — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE that affects the braking system and related electronics: 1.The ABS stopped functioning previously.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250823

Also filed under STEERING

STEERING 12%

12% of complaints: steering — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2018 FORD FUSION HYBRID. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS ENTERING THE HIGHWAY ON RAMP AT 45 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE VEERED INTO THE CONTACT'S LANE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190911

WHEELS 12%

12% of complaints: wheels — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20220808 — RQ (closed 20230324)

Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (9 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2019 ▲ 2015 ● 2016

WORST YEARS

■ 2010 ■ 2011 ◆ 2013

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.