Midsize sedans · CD4 generation
Think twice Well below average
It scores 5 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize sedans. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $17,017 to own, including $7,029 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Ford Fusion.
Reliability
5/100
Well below average
Repairs, 5 years
$7,029
at 12,000 mi a year
Fuel, 5 years
$7,556
27 mpg, $3.40/gal
Price today
$10,278
$9,045 – $11,512, estimate
Recalls
4
on record
Owner complaints
1,115
filed with NHTSA
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
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.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured September 27, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The left rear seat backs pivot pins may have been improperly welded.
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Of the years we rate, the 2020 scores best (29/100) and the 2016 worst (3/100).
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 29/100 |
| 2019 | 21/100 |
| 2018 | 18/100 |
| 2017 | 5/100 |
| 2016 | 3/100 |
| 2015 | 17/100 |
Yes. It scores 5 out of 100, among the least reliable midsize sedans of 2015–2024.
It scores 5 out of 100 against other midsize sedans from 2015 to 2024, which is well below average. Based on 1,115 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $7,029 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
About $17,017 over 5 years: $2,432 in lost value, $7,029 in repairs and $7,556 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $10,278 today.
Of the years we rate, the 2020 scores best (29/100) and the 2016 worst (3/100).
4 recalls on record with NHTSA.