There are no safety recalls for the 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid, but owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA.
2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 18 | |
| Unknown or Other | 13 | |
| Electrical System | 13 | |
| Steering | 13 | |
| Service Brakes | 8 | |
| Engine | 7 | |
| Air Bags | 7 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | |
| Wheels | 3 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Equipment | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body › Door — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
- Lane Departure › Assist — 1
- Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Internal › Cvt › Actuators — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 45,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Steering · reported Oct 2, 2026
Component: Power Steering Module Rack and Pinion assembly The wheel locked up as described below in the middle of me taking a left turn, with the errors popping up as described. The problem has been diagnosed by the local Ford dealership. Three warning lamps that are intermittently on when I start the vehicle, though are not always there: Steering Assist Fault Service Required Service AdvanceTrac Hill Start Assist Not Available. While these are up, the steering wheel will not turn without incredible effort, requiring a massive amount of force to turn the steering wheel, which results in very…
Unknown or Other · reported Sep 4, 2026
Backup camera lens is defective and has UV damage / hazing. Makes reversing extremely difficult and dangerous as the lens is not giving a good image output to the infotainment screen to the point it is difficult to identify anything (cars, pedestrians, etc). Ford has a known recall on the fusions for 2013-2016, and have excluded 2017-2020 model years even though hardware is the same. I have ordered and am replacing the backup camera myself. Seems to be a common/known issue. Hoping to log a complaint and have Ford reimburse me for the trouble.
Steering · reported Aug 28, 2026
The rack and pinion has failed twice within 2 and a half years. The steering has completely gone out twice while driving, causing extremely unsafe circumstances that could put multiple people in danger. After doing some research this is a common issue with Ford Fusions which is putting a lot of people in danger since it is a loss of steering issue. My wheel completely locked up while driving on the highway, how is this part not recalled yet? There are two separate safety recalls dealing with steering issues but the rack and pinion is not specifically mentioned so it is not covered under…
Electrical System · reported May 15, 2025
While driving roughly 5mph leaving from being parked for over 1.5 hours the hybrid battery caught/ control module caught on fire. Causing part of the truck carpet to catch fire. Since there was someone in the backseat that quickly felt the heat they turned the car off and stopped. The fire was put out. We end having it towed to the ford dealership that could not identify the reason it caught on fire. This is a known issue but the recall only affected 2 days of production.
Electrical System · at 11,768 miles · reported Mar 17, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while using the key fob to start the vehicle, the heat on the front driver's seat and steering wheel failed to operate as intended. The contact manually depressed the button to turn on the heat. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted and diagnosed that the instrument cluster and APIM needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer, White Bear Lincoln, Inc. (3425 Hwy 61 N, St Paul, MN 55110) who diagnosed that the instrument…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Owners report power train problems most often (18 reports), followed by unknown or other (13). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 45,000 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.