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2020 Ford Fusion

Power train tops 2020 Ford Fusion owner complaints

Of 173 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the power train is the most reported area at 65 reports (38%), followed by the engine at 47 reports (27%) and the electrical system at 37 reports (21%). Most reports describe no crash or fire, but a few do: steering has 3 crashes, and both the electrical system and the fuel/propulsion system show 2 fires and 1 injury each. Focus your inspection on the transmission, engine, and electrical system.

Most reported areas

Power Train safety 38%
The most reported area: 65 reports, or 38% of all complaints, with 1 crash and no fires. Check the transmission and drivetrain carefully on a test drive.
Engine0 27%
The second most common concern: 47 reports (27% of complaints), with no crashes or fires reported. Have the engine inspected before buying.
Electrical System safety 21%
37 reports (21% of complaints), including 2 fires and 1 injury. Verify the electronics and check for any signs of electrical trouble.
Steering safety 6%
11 reports (6% of complaints), but with 3 crashes reported. Take any steering symptoms seriously on a test drive.
Fuel/Propulsion System safety 6%
11 reports (6% of complaints), including 2 fires and 1 injury. Check how the car starts and runs, especially after fueling up.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 173 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.