2017 Ford Fusion Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2017 Ford Fusion has a Complaint Index of 43, ranking 9th worst out of 15 model years, with a Good verdict. It logged 1,110 complaints, 4 recalls, and no deaths, with Engine issues the top problem area at 46% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 43/100
- #9 of 15 Fusion years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 1,110
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 37
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 8
- Injuries
- 30
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 25
- 21 city / 31 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 30 / 0
Top 2017 Ford Fusion problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine509 (46%)
- Transmission & Powertrain311 (28%)
- Electrical System130 (12%)
- Brakes110 (10%)
- Other104 (9%)
- Steering51 (5%)
- Fuel System37 (3%)
- Airbags28 (3%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires27 (2%)
- Visibility & Wipers14 (1%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy during crashes even when other airbags such as the floor-level airbag activated.
- Owners describe steering wheels that loosened or seized suddenly while driving, in some cases leading to loss of control.
- Some drivers report brakes that failed to stop the car in time despite low speeds, resulting in collisions.
- One owner described unexpected fast acceleration from a stop that a dealer could not diagnose.
- A structural complaint describes a door frame shifting after a highway collision, preventing the door from opening.
2017 Ford Fusion recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V162000Mar 10, 2023Brakes1,280,726 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
- NHTSA 18V167000Mar 12, 2018Steering1,301,986 vehicles
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
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.
Risk: A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
- NHTSA 17V427000Jul 6, 2017Transmission & Powertrain6,026 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
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.
Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
2017 Ford Fusion fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 31 MPG
- Combined
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,600
- 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.
2017 compared with other Fusion years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Ford Fusion reliable?
- Compared to other Fusion model years, the 2017 rates Good, with a Complaint Index of 43 that ranks 9th worst out of 15 years tracked. It has fewer complaints and recalls than most earlier Fusion years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Fusion?
- NHTSA complaints show Engine issues make up 46% of complaints, followed by Transmission & Powertrain at 28% and Electrical System at 12%. Median mileage at failure for engine complaints was 77,316 miles.
- Does the 2017 Ford Fusion have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Fusion, covering brakes, steering, transmission/powertrain, and a structure/body issue with rear seat back welds. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- Did the 2017 Ford Fusion have airbag problems?
- NHTSA complaints include reports of airbags not deploying in crashes, including a case tied to the Takata recall era. Airbag complaints account for 3% of total complaints for this year.
- How does the 2017 Fusion compare to other Fusion years?
- The 2017 Fusion's Complaint Index of 43 is much lower than 2010's index of 100 or 2011's 93, both rated Avoid. It's close to 2016 (71, Caution) but well above 2018 and 2019, which rate Best.