Recalls ·2018 Ford Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid

2018 Ford Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Ford Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid; the most frequently affected component is service brakes, hydraulic — hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Owners filed 40 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 8 model years of this model in the database, 2018 ranks #6 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints40
Crashes reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Service brakes, hydraulic — Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCampaign 23V162000 · 10 Mar 2023

Problem: 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.

Steering — Steering wheel/handle barCampaign 18V167000 · 12 Mar 2018

Problem: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine27 · 68%
Power train9 · 22%
Steering4 · 10%
Fuel/propulsion system4 · 10%
Engine and engine cooling2 · 5%
Electrical system2 · 5%
Structure1 · 2%
Unknown or other1 · 2%

From owner complaints

My engine coolant keeps on overheating, I’ve tried changing the antifreeze tank out for a brand new one and it helped the issue for a while but I have to relieve the pressure myself which is a hazard. I’ve had to change the coolant in the tank more than 5 times and it just seems like it’s leaking somewhere other than…

Engine · Sep 2026 · NHTSA complaint record

Got home and vehicle would not go into park. I can get it to drive but its only low range. Upon having it inspected, it was discovered the shift cable bushing at the transmission lever was missing.

Power train · Sep 2026 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic several times, and the contact was informed that the engine was consuming antifreeze. The…

Engine and engine cooling · Feb 2026 · NHTSA complaint record

We have coolant intrusion in cylinder 2 of our engine. This can cause highway failure of engine cuts out, car runs rough and it can become a fire hazard. We paid for a diagnostics through a ford dealer. Who we uses all the time for our warranty needs. We noticed car was starting to run rough and check engine light…

Engine · Aug 2026 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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