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US recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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 and remedy
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.
Remedy: 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.
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
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 and remedy
Risk: A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Brakes
2023-03-14 · campaign 2023-132
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the front brake hoses could fail and cause a progressive brake fluid leak. If this happens, the driver may experience a change in brake pedal feel and travel. This can cause reduced braking.
Note: A brake fluid leak would cause the brake warning light to turn on. This recall doesn't affect models with a Hybrid engine. Vehicles repaired under Ford warranty extension program 22N02 already have updated brake hoses, and don't require this repair.
Safety Risk:
Reduced braking can cause an extended stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the front brake hoses.
Steering
2018-03-14 · campaign 2018-130
On certain vehicles, the steering wheel bolt torque retention feature may not fully engage into the steering shaft. If the bolt loosens, the steering wheel may appear to be loose, which could affect vehicle control. If a loose bolt is left unrepaired, the steering wheel may detach from the steering column, which could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt.
Owner complaints (444)
Owners filed 444 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Ford Fusion (9 crashes, 1 fires, 6 injuries reported). Among 15 model years of this model, it ranks #13 for the most complaints (median 1,115).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 206 | |
| Power train | 107 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 88 | |
| Unknown or other | 47 | |
| Electrical system | 26 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 22 | |
| Steering | 19 | |
| Wheels | 11 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 Ford Fusion.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2018 Ford Fusion 4 DR FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2018 Ford Fusion 4 DR AWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2018 Ford Fusion version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Fusion AWD 2.0 L Automatic (S6) | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Fusion AWD 2.7 L Automatic (S6) | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid 2.0 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43 | 41 | 42 | $1,600 |
| Fusion FWD 1.5 L Automatic (S6) | 23 | 34 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Fusion FWD 2.0 L Automatic (S6) | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Fusion FWD 2.5 L Automatic 6-spd | 21 | 32 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Fusion Hybrid FWD 2.0 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43 | 41 | 42 | $1,600 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.