2007 Ford Fusion
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 729 |
| 2007 | 1064 |
| 2008 | 1352 |
| 2009 | 1020 |
| 2010 | 5124 |
| 2011 | 2780 |
| 2012 | 2505 |
| 2013 | 1779 |
| 2014 | 1318 |
| 2015 | 981 |
| 2016 | 1581 |
| 2017 | 1093 |
| 2018 | 426 |
| 2019 | 304 |
| 2020 | 175 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
58% of complaints: air bags — 614 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD FUSION. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171108
TAKATA RECALL. A HEAD ON COLLISION AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH ON RURAL ROAD. FUSION MOVING OTHER CAR PARKED ON WRONG SIDE OF THE ROAD HIGH BEAMS LIGHTS ON IN A CURVE COULD NOT TELL WHERE THE CAR WAS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171101
LOW SPEED FENDER BENDER WITH NO EXTERIOR DAMAGE CAUSED AIR BAGS TO DEFLATE. BROKE PASSENGERS ARM, BROKE THE WINDSHIELD, INJURED DRIVERS ARM (MINOR), DAMAGE TO VEHICLE DUE TO AIRBAGS TOTALED THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171030
12% of complaints: service brakes — 126 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY6% of complaints: power train — 60 distinct reports on file.
INJURY5% of complaints: engine — 56 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2007 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, there was an abnormal metal sound detected. The vehicle began to shake abnormally and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240202
4% of complaints: electrical system — 47 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
TIRE VALVE CRACKING
Floor mat interference with accelerator
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain all weather driver side accessory floor mats sold for use in model year 2006-2011 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2007-2011 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured November 9, 2007,...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement mats, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S07.
Campaign 14E028000 — check if this car was fixed
Extended Braking Distance
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Ford Ranger vehicles, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles, and 2005-2011 Ford...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge.
Campaign 16V384000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas,...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge.
Campaign 17V024000 — check if this car was fixed
Extended Braking Distance
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary.
Campaign 19V904000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion, Lincoln Zephyr, Lincoln MKZ, 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, and Lincoln MKX vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with an alternate one, free of charge.
Campaign 21V158000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Ford Fusion — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (614 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (126 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (60 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14E028000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V384000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V024000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V158000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Ford Fusion reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Ford Fusion is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Fusion?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Ford Fusion have?
5 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.