Complaints
76
Crashes
12
Fires
3
Injuries
4
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0
Worst 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#110 complaints
Transmission / Drivetrain
Avg mileage:47,832 mi
#28 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:56,667 mi
Crash-related:1
#37 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:69,463 mi
Crash-related:2
Considering a 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Check the actual VIN — every car is different.
This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).
All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 10 | — | — | 47,832 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | 1 | — | 56,667 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | 2 | — | 69,463 mi | |
| Brakes | 6 | 2 | — | 91,126 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | — | — | 20,000 mi | |
| Airbags | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring: Rear Compartment/Trunk | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Firerelated | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — |
Transmission / Drivetrain
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
47,832
Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
56,667
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
69,463
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
91,126
Wheel Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
20,000
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring: Rear Compartment/Trunk
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Firerelated
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Other Ford Fusion Hybrid Years
2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid has 76 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (10 complaints, avg 47,832 mi); Electrical Faults (8 complaints, avg 56,667 mi); Steering Defects (7 complaints, avg 69,463 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 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 57,351 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
NHTSA complaints for the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid include 12 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 1 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 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2018 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 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.
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.
Check Your Specific 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid
Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.
Check Any VIN — $4.99