2018 Ford Fusion engine problems
292 complaints about engine have been filed for the 2018 Ford Fusion, which is 50% of all its NHTSA complaints. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 292 50% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 97,000 miles 139 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 5 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 12 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 18 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 34 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 31 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 24 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 9 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 2 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 139 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 97,000 miles, and 14% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
While stopped at a intersection for a red light the car completely died. I couldn't turn on the emergency flashers, roll down windows or unlock doors. Everything was dead. I was idling at the stop light when this happened.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who after 3 days diagnosed and determined there was coolant intrusion into cylinder #2. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact spoke with the dealer and was informed that the failure was a known issue; however, the VIN was not under recall.
Other problems reported for the 2018 Ford Fusion
- Drivetrain & axles 104 complaints
- Fuel system 30 complaints
- Electrical system 26 complaints
- Steering 19 complaints