MYRModel Year Report

2017 Ford Fusion

● Typical for this model
2017 Ford Fusion
BUILT 2026-10-10

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
1,112
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2017

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine

36% of complaints

Complaints per year

2006: 730 complaints 2006 2007: 1,064 complaints 2008: 1,353 complaints 2008 2009: 1,022 complaints 2010: 5,129 complaints 2010 2011: 2,787 complaints 2012: 2,515 complaints 2012 2013: 1,789 complaints 2014: 1,329 complaints 2014 2015: 991 complaints 2016: 1,623 complaints 2017: 1,112 complaints 2017 1,112 2018: 441 complaints 2019: 315 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020
2006: 730 complaints 2006 2007: 1,064 complaints 2007 2008: 1,353 complaints 2008 2009: 1,022 complaints 2009 2010: 5,129 complaints 2010 2011: 2,787 complaints 2011 2012: 2,515 complaints 2012 2013: 1,789 complaints 2013 2014: 1,329 complaints 2014 2015: 991 complaints 2015 2016: 1,623 complaints 2016 2017: 1,112 complaints 2017 1,112 2018: 441 complaints 2018 2019: 315 complaints 2019 2020: 182 complaints 2020
2006: 730 complaints 2006 2007: 1,064 complaints 2007 2008: 1,353 complaints 2008 2009: 1,022 complaints 2009 2010: 5,129 complaints 2010 2011: 2,787 complaints 2011 2012: 2,515 complaints 2012 2013: 1,789 complaints 2013 2014: 1,329 complaints 2014 2015: 991 complaints 2015 2016: 1,623 complaints 2016 2017: 1,112 complaints 2017 1,112 2018: 441 complaints 2018 2019: 315 complaints 2019 2020: 182 complaints 2020

2017: 1,112 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2006730
20071,064
20081,353
20091,022
20105,129
20112,787
20122,515
20131,789
20141,329
2015991
20161,623
20171,112
2018441
2019315
2020182

Known problem areas

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

Engine

36% · 395 reports
FIREINJURY
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The vehicle in question has the coolant intrusion into cylinders 2 and 3 with rough idle on startup, P0300, P0302, P0303, and white smoke on startup.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21

Power train

28% · 315 reports

Most commonly citing shift linkage/cable/rod and automatic transmission.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle pulled to the left and swayed. There were no warning indicators illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-09

Also filed under Steering and wheels

On 7/8/2026, the vehicle became undriveable. Placing the vehicle in reverse on the shidfter dial using registered a conflicting direction on the dashboard indicator.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-09

Also filed under Electrical system

Engine and engine cooling

12% · 134 reports

Most commonly citing solenoid/actuator and turbo/supercharger.

FIRE
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See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-23

Electrical system

11% · 125 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and spark plugs.

CRASHINJURY

Service brakes

9% · 102 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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This car didn't stop with in 40FT when the speed is 25 MPH and happened to collide with another car which changed lanes abruptly.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-10-03

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2017-01-10Seats16V874000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured September 27, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The left rear seat backs pivot pins may have been improperly welded.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left hand, second row seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S43.

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    2017-08-25Power train17V427000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

    Remedy: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.

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  3. R
    2018-04-30Steering18V167000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.

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  4. I
    2022-08-08Recall queryClosed 2023-03-24 Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures
  5. R
    2023-06-27Service brakes, hydraulic23V162000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.

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Buy-smart checklist

2017 Ford Fusion — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 395 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 315 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 134 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 16V874000 · Seats
  • Recall 17V427000 · Power train
  • Recall 18V167000 · Steering
  • Recall 23V162000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Ford Fusion reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Ford Fusion is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Fusion?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Fusion have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.