2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fusion Hybrid years
- About as many complaints as other years 7th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid. That ranks 7th out of 11 Fusion Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (10 complaints, 17%), typically at around 68,000 miles. Complaints mention 8 crashes, 1 fire, 7 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
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- 59owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 8complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 17% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 10 | 17% | 58,163 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | 14% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 12% | 91,126 | — | — |
| Steering | 7 | 12% | 66,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 6 | 10% | 80,046 | — | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 8% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 7% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 5% | 118,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 5% | 16,800 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 3% | 160,300 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 3% | 39,000 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Firerelated | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 2% | 111,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 2% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
- Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures (RQ22004) — opened Aug 8, 2022, closed Mar 24, 2023, led to recall 23V162000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The leather-covered dashboard panel, in the approximately 4-6 inch section between the base of the windshield and the first seam across the dash, has shrunk, rippled, and pulled away from the underlying substrate. This area also houses the driver-assist camera housing and the defrost vent. The…
The chrome trim on the parking brake switch started chipping. The sharp edge drew a drop of blood and small pieces attached to your fingers. Replaced the switch in June 2026
The air bags did not deploy on the front passenger side after a two car accident. There was an injury to the passenger of the car. Vehicle was inspected by police and there were no warning signs
I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE that affects the braking system and related electronics: 1.The ABS stopped functioning previously. 2.Recently, the car displayed a âBrake Malfunctionâ warning for the first time, which appears when making sharp turns…
Bad bearings in hybrid transmission
Other Ford Fusion Hybrid years
← 2017 Fusion Hybrid · 2019 Fusion Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Fusion Hybrid | 8 | 0 |
| 2019 Fusion Hybrid | 35 | 0 |
| 2018 | 59 | 0 |
| 2017 Fusion Hybrid | 70 | 0 |
| 2016 Fusion Hybrid | 55 | 0 |
| 2015 Fusion Hybrid | 46 | 2 |
| 2014 Fusion Hybrid | 65 | 1 |
| 2013 Fusion Hybrid | 126 | 1 |
| 2012 Fusion Hybrid | 96 | 0 |
| 2011 Fusion Hybrid | 132 | 0 |
| 2010 Fusion Hybrid | 509 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, unknown or other problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fusion Hybrid model years, the 2018 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.