How common are transmission problems in the 2020 Ford Fusion?

NHTSA lists 67 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 Fusion, which is 37% of all 182 complaints filed for that model year, the highest share among the Fusion years compared.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2020 Ford Fusion?

No related recalls are listed for the Transmission & Powertrain area of the 2020 Ford Fusion in NHTSA data.

At what mileage do 2020 Fusion transmission problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 77,064 miles.

What kind of transmission failures do owners describe?

Owners report broken flywheels and flex plates, full transmission replacement after fluid leaks, rough or violent shifting, stalling, and unexpected rolling while parked.

Did any 2020 Fusion transmission complaints involve crashes?

NHTSA records show 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to the 67 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 Fusion.

2020 Ford Fusion Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 67 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 Ford Fusion, 37% of its 182 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure was 77,064. There are no related recalls on file for this area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 67; 37% of 182
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 77,065 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report broken flywheels and flex plates, sometimes leaving the car unable to move after around 40,000 to 65,000 miles.
Several complaints describe complete transmission failure with fluid leaking out and the transmission needing full replacement.
Some drivers report the vehicle rolling unexpectedly while in park on an incline, and hesitation on accelerator input.
Owners describe rough or violent shifting, stalling at stops, and surging that pulls the steering wheel while shifting gears.
A powertrain control module malfunction warning and engine misfire code appeared for one owner alongside coolant found where it should not have been.
One owner reports knocking and tapping from the engine bay tied to a known transmission issue that left the car undrivable.

When 2020 Ford Fusion transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 14, 2020, latest Sep 17, 2026.

67 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2020 to Sep 2026; peak Feb 2024 (4).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2020 Ford Fusion

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Fusion model year

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

2006150 (21%)
200774 (7%)
200847 (3%)
200920 (2%)
2010894 (17%)
2011268 (10%)
2012158 (6%)
2013280 (16%)
2014235 (18%)
2015143 (14%)
2016310 (19%)
2017311 (28%)
2018106 (24%)
201969 (22%)
202067 (37%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems in the 2020 Ford Fusion?: NHTSA lists 67 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 Fusion, which is 37% of all 182 complaints filed for that model year, the highest share among the Fusion years compared.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2020 Ford Fusion?: No related recalls are listed for the Transmission & Powertrain area of the 2020 Ford Fusion in NHTSA data.
At what mileage do 2020 Fusion transmission problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 77,064 miles.
What kind of transmission failures do owners describe?: Owners report broken flywheels and flex plates, full transmission replacement after fluid leaks, rough or violent shifting, stalling, and unexpected rolling while parked.
Did any 2020 Fusion transmission complaints involve crashes?: NHTSA records show 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to the 67 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 Fusion.