Is the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid a good year to avoid?

Yes, it ranks 3rd-worst out of 11 Fusion Hybrid model years with a complaint index of 80, giving it an Avoid verdict relative to other years of this model.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

NHTSA complaints point to the electrical system and transmission/powertrain as the top problem areas, each making up 17% of the 59 complaints, followed by brakes at 15%.

Does the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid have any recalls?

No, NHTSA lists zero recalls for the 2018 Fusion Hybrid, though it still has an Avoid verdict based on owner complaints.

How does the 2018 Fusion Hybrid compare to other years?

Its complaint index of 80 is worse than most other years; only the 2010 (index 100) and 2011 (index 90) score worse, while the 2016 and 2020 model years score best with indexes of 10 and 0.

How is fuel economy on the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

EPA rates it at 42 mpg combined (43 city / 41 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $1,550.

2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Avoid The 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid ranks as the 3rd-worst of 11 model years, with a complaint index of 80 and 59 NHTSA complaints. Owners most often cited the electrical system and transmission/powertrain, each 17% of complaints, and no recalls have been issued for this year. NHTSA lists 8 crashes, 1 fire, 7 injuries, and 1 death tied to complaints.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 80/100; #3 of 11 Fusion Hybrid years
Verdict: Avoid; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 59; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 8; reported in complaints
Fires: 1
Injuries: 7
Top issue: Electrical System
Best nearby year: 2020; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 42; 43 city / 41 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 7 / 1

2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 43 MPG
Highway: 41 MPG
Combined: 42 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $1,550; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
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.

2018 compared with other Fusion Hybrid years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	MPG
2016	Best	10	53	41
2017	Caution	70	69	42
2018	Avoid	80	59	42
2019	Good	40	35	41.5
2020	Best	0	8	41.5

All Ford Fusion Hybrid years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid a good year to avoid?: Yes, it ranks 3rd-worst out of 11 Fusion Hybrid model years with a complaint index of 80, giving it an Avoid verdict relative to other years of this model.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?: NHTSA complaints point to the electrical system and transmission/powertrain as the top problem areas, each making up 17% of the 59 complaints, followed by brakes at 15%.
Does the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid have any recalls?: No, NHTSA lists zero recalls for the 2018 Fusion Hybrid, though it still has an Avoid verdict based on owner complaints.
How does the 2018 Fusion Hybrid compare to other years?: Its complaint index of 80 is worse than most other years; only the 2010 (index 100) and 2011 (index 90) score worse, while the 2016 and 2020 model years score best with indexes of 10 and 0.
How is fuel economy on the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?: EPA rates it at 42 mpg combined (43 city / 41 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $1,550.