2017 Ford Fusion Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
40/100
#7 most-complained of 11 Fusion years
The 2017 Ford Fusion has a Complaint Index of 40, ranking 7th of 11 model years, with a "Good" verdict relative to other Fusion years. NHTSA lists 1,110 complaints, 4 recalls, and 37 crashes, with Engine issues making up 46% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 1,110
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 37 / 8
- Injuries / deaths
- 30 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 25
- 21 city / 31 hwy
Top 2017 Ford Fusion problems
NHTSA owner 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%)
What owners report
- Front brakes fail to stop the car within a short distance at low speed, leading to collisions.
- Frontal or steering-wheel airbags fail to deploy in multi-car collisions while floor or foot airbags activate instead.
- Steering wheel suddenly seizes or feels loose while driving, causing loss of control and off-road crashes.
- Sudden unintended acceleration occurs during takeoff from a stop, alarming the driver but not confirmed by a technician.
- Vehicle structure shifts after a frontal impact, jamming the driver door and leaking fluid from the front end.
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?
- Relative to other Fusion model years, the 2017 has a Complaint Index of 40 and ranks 7th out of 11 years tracked, earning a "Good" verdict. It has fewer complaints (1,110) than most earlier Fusion years but more than the 2018-2020 models.
- What problems does the 2017 Ford Fusion have?
- NHTSA complaints are led by Engine issues (46% of complaints, 509 total), followed by Transmission & Powertrain (28%, 311 complaints) and Electrical System (12%, 130 complaints). Median mileage at failure for engine complaints is 77,316.
- Does the 2017 Ford Fusion have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Fusion, covering brake hoses, a steering wheel retaining bolt, torque converter welds, and improperly welded rear seat back pivot pins. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- What year Ford Fusion should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA data, 2010, 2011, and 2012 are the Fusion years with "Avoid" verdicts, with Complaint Indexes of 100, 90, and 80. The 2017 model, by comparison, has an Index of 40 and a "Good" verdict.
- How many complaints does the 2017 Ford Fusion have?
- NHTSA lists 1,110 complaints for the 2017 Ford Fusion, along with 37 crashes, 8 fires, and 30 injuries reported.