Complaints
166
Crashes
7
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Fatalities
6
Recalls
0
Worst 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#143 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:82,957 mi
Crash-related:2
#234 complaints
Airbags
Avg mileage:37,000 mi
#321 complaints
Brakes
Avg mileage:77,385 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 43 | 2 | — | 82,957 mi | |
| Airbags | 34 | — | — | 37,000 mi | |
| Brakes | 21 | — | — | 77,385 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 12 | — | — | 78,103 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 11 | 2 | — | 78,389 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 11 | — | — | 90,559 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | 2 | — | 70,652 mi | |
| Body Structure | 5 | — | — | 72,945 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | — | — | 44,022 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Steering Defects
43
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
82,957
Airbags
34
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
37,000
Brakes
21
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
77,385
Engine Problems
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
78,103
Electrical Faults
11
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
78,389
Transmission / Drivetrain
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
90,559
Electronic Stability Control
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
70,652
Body Structure
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
72,945
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
44,022
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid has 166 NHTSA complaints, 7 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 43 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (43 complaints, avg 82,957 mi); Airbags (34 complaints, avg 37,000 mi); Brakes (21 complaints, avg 77,385 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 69,306 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
NHTSA complaints for the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid include 7 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 6 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford Fusion Hybrid reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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