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2018 Ford Fusion

Engine and transmission complaints dominate the 2018 Ford Fusion

Of 422 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, engine problems are by far the most common, accounting for 193 reports (46%). The transmission/drivetrain is the next biggest concern at 103 reports (24%), followed by engine cooling at 86 (20%). Most reports describe no crash or fire, but the electrical system shows 1 fire and 1 crash, and the power train has 1 crash. Buyers should focus their inspection on the engine and transmission.

Most reported areas

Engine0 46%
The single largest complaint area: 193 reports (46% of all complaints), with no crashes or fires reported. Have the engine checked thoroughly before buying.
Power Train safety 24%
The second most reported area: 103 reports (24%), including 1 crash. Pay close attention to how the transmission and drivetrain behave on a test drive.
Engine And Engine Cooling0 20%
86 reports (20%), with no crashes or fires. Combined with the engine complaints above, cooling and overheating are a recurring theme worth inspecting.
Electrical System safety 6%
25 reports (6%) but the most safety-flagged area, with 1 fire and 1 crash among them. Verify the electrical system works correctly.
Fuel/Propulsion System0 5%
22 reports (5%), with no crashes or fires. The smallest of the top issues, but still worth a quick check.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 422 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.