Is the 2015 Ford Fusion a bad year?
996 owner complaints to NHTSA. Engine complaints: 307, 5.3× a quiet Fusion year.
Consider selling
Half of all engine complaints about the 2015 Ford Fusion were filed between 63k and 112k miles. You're at 84,000 miles.
The verdict moves with mileage: the same car reads differently at 30,000 and at 150,000 miles.
What 2015 Fusion owners report, by mileage
Each system owners named in five or more complaints, with the mileage range where the middle half of those complaints were filed. Read at 84,000 miles.
| SYSTEM | COMPLAINTS | MIDDLE HALF FILED AT | TYPICAL US REPAIR BILLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| EngineSTANDS OUT | 306 (31%) | 63k–112k miles · around this mileage | Valve cover gasket replacement $110–$500 · Timing chain replacement $1,000–$4,000 |
| SteeringSTANDS OUT | 162 (16%) | 41k–98k miles · around this mileage | Steering rack and pinion replacement $700–$2,100 |
| BrakesSTANDS OUT | 124 (12%) | 59k–106k miles · around this mileage | Brake pad replacement (one axle) $115–$390 · Brake pads and rotors replacement (one axle) $200–$1,084 |
| Fuel systemSTANDS OUT | 67 (7%) | 47k–96k miles · around this mileage | Fuel pump replacement $220–$1,500 · Fuel injector replacement (one injector) $300–$1,200 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 145 (15%) | 60k–119k miles · around this mileage | CV axle / CV joint replacement (one side) $300–$1,500 · Automatic transmission replacement $2,500–$7,000 |
| Electrical system | 102 (10%) | 25k–84k miles · around this mileage | 12-volt battery replacement $100–$400 · Starter motor replacement $350–$1,200 |
| Air bags | 39 (4%) | 23k–98k miles · around this mileage | — |
| Body structure | 32 (3%) | 38k–92k miles · around this mileage | — |
| Backup camera | 17 (2%) | 66k–119k miles · around this mileage | — |
| Exterior lighting | 13 (1%) | 24k–119k miles · around this mileage | — |
| Latches and locks | 9 (1%) | 60k–100k miles · around this mileage | — |
| Seat belts | 24 (2%) | 30k–74k miles · mostly behind | — |
| Wheels | 23 (2%) | 32k–66k miles · mostly behind | — |
| Visibility and wipers | 18 (2%) | 6k–52k miles · mostly behind | — |
Bills are typical US ranges from the sources named in the tool (J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, CarParts.com and others), printed only for systems that stand out or sit at or ahead of 84,000 miles. Not a quote.
What owners reported alongside their complaints
Of 996 complaints: 34 mention a crash · 5 mention a fire · 16 report an injury · 90 say the car was towed.
52 complaints were filed in the last 12 months, the newest in Oct 2026.
Counts of what owners wrote in their complaints, not verified by anyone.
In owners' own words
Bought my vehicle new 5.5 years ago and has 84,000 miles. Noticed a rumbling coming from the engine and then the check engine light came on.
Filled up car w/ gas, car sputtered like it was not getting gas. Car shut off but power stayed on. Tried to start car again, & it sputtered again.
Coolant leak. Vehicle serviced 3 weeks ago, and coolant is constantly leaking causing engine to overheat. This has happen twice since vehicle was serviced.
Unedited excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, chosen by mileage (nearest 84,000 miles), not by content. Unverified.
Recalls for the 2015 Ford Fusion: 13
The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid. A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach. A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position.
Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal. A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash.
A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not. A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts. If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.
In the event of a crash, heat from the deployment of a seat belt pretensioner may cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail. A failed seat belt anchor cable cannot properly restrain the front seat occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving. A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
In the event of a crash, heat from the deployment of a seat belt pretensioner may cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail. If the driver or front passenger seatbelt cables cannot properly restrain the front seat occupants, they would be at an increased risk of injury.
In the affected vehicles, snow or water containing road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts. If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
In the affected vehicles, the key may be able to be removed even while the transmission is not in Park. If the key can be removed despite that the transmission is not in Park, a driver may think the vehicle is safety parked, when it is not, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway that could cause the vehicle to strike and injure the driver…
A recall may cover only some cars of a model year; the campaign size counts every model and year it lists. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls: dealers fix open recalls free.
Service bulletins from Ford: 152
Repair instructions Ford sent its dealers for symptoms seen in the shop on the 2015 Ford Fusion. Ask a dealer or mechanic for a bulletin by its number.
Certain 2013-2014 Model Year Escape and 2013-2016 Fusion Vehicles Equipped with a 6F35 Transmission Shift Cable Bushing Inspection and Protective Service Cap…
Some vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022…
For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM)…
Some vehicles may be equipped with a 1.5L Ecoboost engine that uses a 50-tooth variable camshaft timing…
NHTSA defect investigations: 4
Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Door Latch Failures
Steering Wheel Fastening Bolt Loosens
Neighbouring years
2014 Fusion: 1,334 complaints, keep it · 2016 Fusion: 1,660 complaints, consider selling.
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Questions
Is the 2015 Ford Fusion a bad year?
996 owner complaints to NHTSA. Engine complaints: 307, 5.3× a quiet Fusion year. At 84,000 miles the tool says: Consider selling. Half of all engine complaints about the 2015 Ford Fusion were filed between 63k and 112k miles. You're at 84,000 miles.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Fusion?
By owner complaints to NHTSA: engine (306), steering (162), brakes (124), fuel system (67), transmission and drivetrain (145). Half of the engine complaints were filed between 63k–112k miles.
How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Fusion have?
13 recall campaigns list this model year: Transmission and drivetrain (NHTSA 26V-376), Brakes (NHTSA 23V-162), Transmission and drivetrain (NHTSA 22V-413), Brakes (NHTSA 22V-011) and more. A recall may cover only some cars; check by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Method: counts of unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA, compared only with other years of the same model (sales volumes are unknown, so no failure rate is computed). A system stands out at 40+ complaints and at least twice the model's quiet (lower-quartile) year, or twice the share across every vehicle of that model year. The mileage range is the 25th to 75th percentile of the mileages owners reported. Data received by NHTSA through November 5, 2026. Repair prices are typical US ranges from named sources, not quotes. Not a diagnosis and not financial advice. PulsCar is not affiliated with NHTSA. Check this car at your own mileage.