2019 Ford Fusion Energi Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
100/100
#1 most-complained of 9 Fusion Energi years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2019 Ford Fusion Energi ranks worst of 9 model years, with a complaint index of 100 and 121 complaints, mostly Electrical System issues (83%). NHTSA lists 1 recall for the fuel system/high voltage protection and 2 fire reports.
- Complaints
- 121
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 2
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 42
- 43 city / 40 hwy
Top 2019 Ford Fusion Energi problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System101 (83%)
- Engine12 (10%)
- Fuel System10 (8%)
- Other10 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain6 (5%)
- Structure & Body3 (2%)
- Brakes2 (2%)
- Lane Departure1 (1%)
- Steering1 (1%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (1%)
What owners report
- Sudden loss of motive and electrical power while driving around 65 mph, with power steering and brakes failing to respond.
- Dashboard flashes multiple warning symbols and a 'Stop Vehicle Safely Now' message, sometimes followed by cabin smoke or fire.
- Unexpected acceleration after releasing the brake pedal while cruise control was engaged, reaching speeds up to 71 mph.
- Trunk opens on its own after the vehicle is parked, sometimes only slightly ajar.
- Water leaks into the cabin through a sunroof with drains that owners found clogged.
- Engine and hybrid motor abruptly shut off mid-drive, triggering a 'Stop Safely Now' alert and loss of braking assist.
2019 Ford Fusion Energi recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 19V099000Feb 15, 2019Fuel System2,108 vehicles
Hybrid propulsion system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Fusion Energi Hybrid models. The affected vehicles may not adequately protect against direct and indirect contact of high voltage sources during normal operation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 305, "Electric-Powered Vehicles: Electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection."
Risk: Potential contact with high voltage sources increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a Bus Electrical Center (BEC) cover over the high voltage fuses, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C05.
2019 Ford Fusion Energi fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 43 MPG
- Highway
- 40 MPG
- Combined
- 42 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $1,550
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular Gas and Electricity
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2019 compared with other Fusion Energi years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Ford Fusion Energi reliable?
- Among the 9 Fusion Energi model years with data, 2019 ranks worst, with a complaint index of 100 and 121 owner complaints, most tied to the Electrical System.
- What is the main problem with the 2019 Ford Fusion Energi?
- Electrical System complaints make up 83% of all reports for this year, including power loss, warning-light cascades, and two reported fires, with a median failure mileage of 44,000.
- Does the 2019 Ford Fusion Energi have a recall?
- Yes, NHTSA recall 19V099000 covers inadequate protection against high voltage source contact; Ford installed a Bus Electrical Center cover as the remedy.
- How does the 2019 Fusion Energi compare to other years?
- 2019 has the highest complaint index (100) of all 9 years tracked, worse than 2020 (88), 2014 (75), and far worse than 2018, which has an index of 13.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Ford Fusion Energi?
- EPA rates it at 42 mpg combined (43 city/40 highway), with an annual fuel cost of $1,550.