2017 Ford Fusion recalls and problems

The 2017 Ford Fusion has 4 safety recalls and 1,116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

1,116

Crashes / fires

37 / 8

Injuries / deaths

30 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2017 Ford Fusion recalls

Recall 23V-162: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Mar 10, 2023 · 1,280,726 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Risk: A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.

Recall 18V-167: Steering

Reported Mar 12, 2018 · 1,301,986 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

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.

Recall 17V-427: Power Train

Reported Jul 6, 2017 · 6,026 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.

Recall 16V-874: Seats

Reported Dec 5, 2016 · 25 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: 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.

Risk: During a crash, the improper welds may fail, allowing any stowed luggage to move into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left hand, second row seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S43.

2017 Ford Fusion problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	396
Power Train	317
Engine and Engine Cooling	134
Electrical System	125
Unknown or Other	103
Steering	52
Service Brakes	51
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	49
Fuel/Propulsion System	35
Air Bags	28
Wheels	25
Vehicle Speed Control	16

Most reported parts

Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs — 10
Structure › Body — 5
Power Train › Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod — 4
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 4
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 4
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 2
Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module — 2
Service Brakes, Air › Antilock › Abs Warning Light — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 72,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2017 Ford Fusion complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Nov 2, 2026

Recurring whining, rattling, and grinding noise coming from under the engine/transmission area of my 2017 Ford Fusion Energi (HF35 hybrid transmission). The noise is present in all gear ranges, including Neutral while the vehicle is moving, but not in Park. No warning lights or trouble codes. The transmission has already been replaced once for this same issue, and the noise has come back. This matches the known HF35 differential and transfer shaft bearing failure pattern (Ford TSB 22-2396, SSM 50744). I am on disability (SSDI) and this vehicle is my primary means of transportation.

Engine · reported Oct 20, 2026

While driving, the vehicle suddenly lost engine power (it shut off) and displayed "auto start stop shift to P, then restart engine". The vehicle has never done this before, and thank goodness my wife did not have the kids in the car at the time. She was able to pull over safely only because she was on a small road with light traffic, and not at highway speed. Clearly, this put not only our vehicle at risk, but others as the brakes and steering became very hard to use when the engine just shut off out of nowhere. Since it happened today, I have not taken it in to be inspected as of yet. Upon my…

Service Brakes · at 144,955 miles · reported Oct 16, 2026

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake pedal to stop, the brake pedal extended to the floorboard, and the braking distance was extended. During the failure, the brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the rear hydraulic brake hoses had failed and needed to be replaced. The rear hydraulic brake hoses were replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 144,955.

Power Train · reported Oct 16, 2026

The shift cable bushing on my 2017 Ford Fusion SE (VIN: [XXX]) failed and disintegrated, causing the shift selector to bind and disconnect from the transmission linkage. The gear selector shows Park while the transmission remains engaged in gear, creating a severe rollaway hazard. This matches the exact failure mechanism of NHTSA Recall Campaign 22S43 / 21V-376, but Ford claims this specific VIN was excluded from the recall scope INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Power Train · reported Oct 6, 2026

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 05/01/2026. After return, a grinding and clunking noise was present when accelerating, turning, braking and going over bumps. A power steering line failed within days of return and emitted smoke from the front of the vehicle while driving. A "Shift System Fault" message began appearing when shifting into…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Ford Fusion have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Ford Fusion: 23V-162 (service brakes, hydraulic), 18V-167 (steering), 17V-427 (power train), 16V-874 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Ford Fusion?

Owners report engine problems most often (396 reports), followed by power train (317). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 72,000 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.