2018 Ford Fusion Recall List
2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Ford Fusion, affecting brakes and steering. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Ford dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Mar 10, 2023
- Owner complaints
- 439
All 2018 Ford Fusion recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Fusion have?
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford Fusion, covering brakes and steering.
- Are 2018 Ford Fusion recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2018 Ford Fusion?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 23V162000, reported Mar 10, 2023, concerning the brakes.