2017 Ford Fusion Steering Problems
Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the 2017 Ford Fusion, 5% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 36,545 miles. The words owners use most often: “steering assist” (27% of reports).
- 52steering complaints
- 36,545median miles at failure
- 6mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 33%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Steering assist: mentioned in 14 of 52 complaints (27%)
- Wheel became: mentioned in 8 of 52 complaints (15%)
- Fault service: mentioned in 5 of 52 complaints (10%)
- Rack pinion: mentioned in 5 of 52 complaints (10%)
At what mileage do steering problems happen?
Based on 36 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 52 complaints, 6 mention a crash, 2 an injury.
Ford Fusion steering complaints by model year
| Model year | Steering complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Fusion | 12 | 7% | 81,000 |
| 2019 Fusion | 7 | 2% | — |
| 2018 Fusion | 19 | 4% | 53,000 |
| 2017 Fusion | 52 | 5% | 36,545 |
| 2016 Fusion | 176 | 11% | 73,720 |
| 2015 Fusion | 163 | 16% | 64,950 |
| 2014 Fusion | 327 | 25% | 73,000 |
| 2013 Fusion | 389 | 22% | 74,045 |
| 2012 Fusion | 1,473 | 59% | 83,243 |
| 2011 Fusion | 1,435 | 51% | 89,500 |
| 2010 Fusion | 1,662 | 32% | 101,054 |
| 2009 Fusion | 16 | 2% | 65,000 |
| 2008 Fusion | 11 | 1% | 81,000 |
| 2007 Fusion | 21 | 2% | 92,000 |
| 2006 Fusion | 12 | 2% | 73,063 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Risk: A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The automatic transmission failed at approximately 59,000 miles. The vehicle was delivered to an authorized Ford dealership on 09/04/2025 for warranty repair. The transmission was replaced. The vehicle remained at that dealership approximately eight months and was returned to me on or about…
I am the owner of a 2017 Ford Fusion with 61,000 miles on the odometer. Please note that I have always taken good care of my car, having it serviced promptly when required. In recent weeks, I have had to replace my complete steering rack (cost $4,500) and two weeks later, my 1.7-liter Ecoboost…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The vehicle was started; however, the steering wheel failed to function as intended. The contact moved the gear shift lever to reverse(R), and the steering wheel seized. The tow truck driver had a difficult time trying to move the vehicle onto the flatbed truck…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2017 Ford Fusions have steering problems?
No. NHTSA has 52 owner complaints about steering for the 2017 Ford Fusion (5% of the 1,112 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Ford Fusion steering?
Yes: 1 safety recall list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do steering problems start?
The median reported mileage is 36,545 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about steering problems on the 2017 Ford Fusion?
The most frequent phrase is “steering assist”, in 14 of 52 complaints, followed by “wheel became” (8).
Other 2017 Ford Fusion problems
See all 2017 Ford Fusion problems or steering problems across all Fusion years.