Are suspension and wheel problems common on the 2016 Ford Fusion?

NHTSA records 53 complaints in this area for the 2016 Fusion, which is 3% of the 1,627 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for wheel or lug nut issues on the 2016 Ford Fusion?

The data provided lists no related recalls tied to the Suspension, Wheels & Tires category for the 2016 Fusion, though one owner referenced an NHTSA campaign number for wheels in their complaint.

At what mileage do these suspension and wheel problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure for this complaint area is 50,212.5 miles.

Have these suspension or wheel issues caused crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes linked to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2016 Fusion, with no fires or injuries reported.

How does 2016 compare to other Fusion model years for this problem area?

The 2016 Fusion's 53 complaints and 3% share are similar to 2011-2013 and 2015 model years, but lower than 2010's 184 complaints (4% share).

2016 Ford Fusion Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 53 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2016 Ford Fusion, 3% of that year's total 1,627 complaints. No related recall is listed for this component on this model year, and reported crashes tied to this area total 2 with no fires or injuries.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 53; 3% of 1,627
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 50,213 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners report lug nuts that seize or swell so mechanics cannot remove them with a standard wrench, sometimes requiring a hammer, ripper, or specialty tool during routine tire rotations or brake jobs.
Some drivers found lug nuts loose after dealer service, including one case where a rear wheel lug nut was found loose after an oil change and tire rotation.
One owner reported a front driver's side axle detaching while driving at 30 mph, accompanied by an abnormal noise before the vehicle was towed.
A tire deflated at highway speed in one case, and the swollen lug nuts prevented the driver from changing the tire on the road.
Some owners describe irregular or high tire wear along with a pronounced tire rumble noise at highway speed.
One owner described the rear suspension causing the car to shift sideways when hitting even small bumps.

When 2016 Ford Fusion suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 6, 2016, latest Jan 1, 2026.

53 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2016 to Jan 2026; peak Jul 2022 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2016 Ford Fusion

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Fusion model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200620 (3%)
200738 (4%)
200812 (1%)
200919 (2%)
2010184 (4%)
201180 (3%)
201272 (3%)
201347 (3%)
201457 (4%)
201531 (3%)
201653 (3%)
201727 (2%)
201813 (3%)
20194 (1%)
20209 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

Are suspension and wheel problems common on the 2016 Ford Fusion?: NHTSA records 53 complaints in this area for the 2016 Fusion, which is 3% of the 1,627 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for wheel or lug nut issues on the 2016 Ford Fusion?: The data provided lists no related recalls tied to the Suspension, Wheels & Tires category for the 2016 Fusion, though one owner referenced an NHTSA campaign number for wheels in their complaint.
At what mileage do these suspension and wheel problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure for this complaint area is 50,212.5 miles.
Have these suspension or wheel issues caused crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes linked to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2016 Fusion, with no fires or injuries reported.
How does 2016 compare to other Fusion model years for this problem area?: The 2016 Fusion's 53 complaints and 3% share are similar to 2011-2013 and 2015 model years, but lower than 2010's 184 complaints (4% share).