The most-reported Fusion run is 3FAHP0HA1AR (2010 builds) with 211 complaints, 17.7× the typical run. Steering problems make up 25% of reports; 2010 is the worst model year at 26.2 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 48 recall campaigns for Fusion model years 2006–2020.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Ford Fusion has 1,734 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 5% of every Fusion complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3FAHP0HA1AR•••••• | 2010 | 6 | — | |
| 3FAHP0HA7AR•••••• | 2010 | 4 | — | |
| 3FAHP0HA8AR•••••• | 2010 | 5 | 1 | |
| 3FAHP0HA5AR•••••• | 2010 | 7 | — | |
| 3FAHP0HA6AR•••••• | 2010 | 5 | 1 | |
| 3FAHP0HAXAR•••••• | 2010 | 4 | — | |
| 3FAHP0HA3AR•••••• | 2010 | 3 | — | |
| 3FAHP0HA0AR•••••• | 2010 | 6 | — | |
| 3FAHP0HA9AR•••••• | 2010 | 2 | — | |
| 3FAHP0HA2AR•••••• | 2010 | 5 | — | |
| 3FAHP0HA4AR•••••• | 2010 | 2 | — | |
| 3FAHP0HA5BR•••••• | 2011 | 3 | — |
Each of the other 1,722 Fusion runs has 109 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 535 Fusion VINs so far, most often 2017, 2018, 2016 builds; 6 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Ford Fusion the gap between build years is 7.9×: a 2010 car draws 26.2 complaints per run, a 2020 one 3.3.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 179 | 55 | 8 | |
| 2019 | 370 | 85 | 4 | |
| 2018 | 432 | 74 | 9 | |
| 2017 | 1081 | 114 | 35 | |
| 2016 | 1660 | 163 | 60 | |
| 2015 | 1014 | 162 | 38 | |
| 2014 | 1354 | 182 | 53 | |
| 2013 | 1803 | 139 | 54 | |
| 2012 | 2315 | 147 | 94 | |
| 2011 | 2430 | 126 | 69 | |
| 2010 | 4371 | 167 | 106 | |
| 2009 | 932 | 103 | 56 | |
| 2008 | 1232 | 114 | 47 | |
| 2007 | 935 | 99 | 50 | |
| 2006 | 610 | 110 | 34 |
Heaviest year here is 2010 at 26.2 complaints per run; lightest is 2020 at 3.3.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 25% of everything Ford Fusion owners report: Steering, 5,255 of 20,718 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 153 | 8 | |
| Air Bags | 221 | 6 | |
| Engine | 21 | 89 | |
| Power Train | 50 | 5 | |
| Service Brakes | 222 | 10 | |
| Electrical System | 30 | 52 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 49 | 17 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 77 | 2 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 48 recall campaigns on the Ford Fusion; the 6 below cover build years 2006 to 2018. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 21V158000 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module | 2006–2012 |
| 23V162000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 2013–2018 |
| 16V384000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2006–2011 |
| 14E028000 | Equipment | 2006–2011 |
| 18V167000 | Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar | 2014–2018 |
| 21V081000 | Air Bags:frontal | 2008–2012 |
21V158000 was opened in 2021 on cars built from 2006: 15 years on the road before the recall.
The Fusion against its rivals
The Fusion draws 11.9 complaints per production run; the Cadillac CTS 2.9, the Buick LaCrosse 3.1 and the Buick Regal 2.5. That is the highest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Fusion | 20,718 | 1,734 | 3.5% | |
| Cadillac CTS | 1,912 | 650 | 8.2% | |
| Buick LaCrosse | 1,928 | 618 | 4.3% | |
| Buick Regal | 2,661 | 1,081 | 5% |
How serious were they
Of the 20,718 reports on the Ford Fusion, 3.5% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Ford Fusion | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 20,718 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 717 (3.5%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 159 (0.8%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 462 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 6 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 40% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Ford Fusion share of that is 20,718 complaints over 1,734 runs, 1.9% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Ford Fusion VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 20,718 NHTSA complaints from 1,734 Fusion runs and 48 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Fusion production run has the most complaints?
3FAHP0HA1AR, a 2010 build, with 211 complaints, 6 of them after a crash. The typical Fusion run has 11.9.
Which Fusion years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2010 is heaviest at 26.2 complaints per run and 2020 lightest at 3.3.
Does the Fusion get more complaints than the Cadillac CTS?
Yes: 11.9 complaints per production run for the Fusion against 2.9 for the Cadillac CTS.
How many Fusion complaints involve a crash?
3.5% of 20,718 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 159 involved a fire.
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