MYRModel Year Report

2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid

● Typical for this model
2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:48.627Z

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
59
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

17% of complaints

Complaints per year

2010: 509 complaints 2010 2011: 132 complaints 2012: 96 complaints 2012 2013: 126 complaints 2014: 65 complaints 2014 2015: 46 complaints 2016: 51 complaints 2016 2017: 70 complaints 2018: 59 complaints 2018 59 2019: 35 complaints 2020: 8 complaints 2020
2010: 509 complaints 2010 2011: 132 complaints 2011 2012: 96 complaints 2012 2013: 126 complaints 2013 2014: 65 complaints 2014 2015: 46 complaints 2015 2016: 51 complaints 2016 2017: 70 complaints 2017 2018: 59 complaints 2018 59 2019: 35 complaints 2019 2020: 8 complaints 2020
2010: 509 complaints 2010 2011: 132 complaints 2011 2012: 96 complaints 2012 2013: 126 complaints 2013 2014: 65 complaints 2014 2015: 46 complaints 2015 2016: 51 complaints 2016 2017: 70 complaints 2017 2018: 59 complaints 2018 59 2019: 35 complaints 2019 2020: 8 complaints 2020

2018: 59 complaints

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YearComplaints
2010509
2011132
201296
2013126
201465
201546
201651
201770
201859
201935
20208

Known problem areas

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

Power train

17% · 10 reports

Electrical system

17% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing rear compartment/trunk and 12v/24v/48v battery.

CRASH

Service brakes

15% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

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, 2025-08-23

Also filed under Steering

Steering

12% · 7 reports
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, 2019-09-11

Wheels

12% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2022-08-08Recall queryClosed 2023-03-24 Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures
  2. I
    2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 9 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.