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3FA6P0HD1LR••••••2020 Ford FUSION
This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2020 Ford FUSION build (6 vs 3).
6on this build
179on the model
55builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 3Steering 2Power Train 2Engine 2
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringJul 2026
I was backing out of my drive way when a shift system fault message appeared on my dashboard. When I went to change gears the rotary dial locked up and shifted to park. My safety as well as other people’s safety was put at risk because my car stopped in the middle of the street…
Electrical SystemFeb 2026
I keep getting SHIFT SYS FAULT error. My car will not move out of P (park). I towed my car to repair shop on 2/11/2026 - 02/13/2026 the mechanic told me he replaced the bushing kit and the gear dial. Less than a week later on 02/26/2026 I got the same error and was able to drive…
Power TrainMay 2025
I purchased a used 2020 Ford Fusion from Carmax n 2023 with about 56,800 miles. A week later was involved in a nor side impact accident on the back end driver side, insurance paid for a dinted door and there was no other issues with the vehicle according to SONS ford. In 2024 I…
Power TrainAug 2024
Flex plate is cracked , confirmed by bore scope dealership is quoting 14 business days to diagnose. It is known issue with this make, model, and year and CSP was issued for dealerships to fix but only select VIN numbers. This car is at 91000 miles and meets all criteria for the…
SteeringDec 2023
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle changed lanes independently. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering control module was…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3FA6P0HD1LR252217 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.