2017 Ford Fusion owner discussion

What NHTSA's records show for the 2017 Ford Fusion: 1,115 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns. Owners report problems most often with the Engine (396), Power Train (315), Engine and Engine Cooling (133). 37 complaints mention a crash and 8 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.

2017 Ford Fusion owner discussion: problems, repairs and buying advice

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What NHTSA's records show for the 2017 Ford Fusion: 1,115 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns. Owners report problems most often with the Engine (396), Power Train (315), Engine and Engine Cooling (133). 37 complaints mention a crash and 8 a fire. Own one or shopping for one? Share what broke, what it cost to fix, and what you'd check before buying.

2017 Ford Fusion recalls and complaints at a glance

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns and 1,115 owner complaints for the 2017 Ford Fusion. The most-reported problem areas are Engine (396), Power Train (315), Engine and Engine Cooling (133). The most recent recall (NHTSA #23V162000, March 2023) covers the Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer. Recalls and complaints describe the model year, not a specific car — check the VIN for open recalls free, and for title, salvage and odometer history with a $9.99 report (Carfax charges $49.99).

Recall campaigns4
Owner complaints1,115
Complaints mentioning a crash37
Complaints mentioning a fire8

Most-reported problem areas

ComponentComplaints
Engine396
Power Train315
Engine and Engine Cooling133
Electrical System125
Service Brakes102
Steering52

Recall campaigns

  • NHTSA #23V162000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (March 2023): Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
  • NHTSA #18V167000 — Steering (March 2018): 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.
  • NHTSA #17V427000 — Power Train (July 2017): 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.
  • NHTSA #16V874000 — Seats (December 2016): 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.

Source: NHTSA recalls and complaints databases, retrieved 2026-11-07.

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