2019 Ford Fusion Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Ford Fusion. Part of Generation 2 — 2013–2020.

20182020
Complaints
378
Crashes
5
Fires
0
Injuries
7
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2019 Ford Fusion Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1138 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:70,565 mi
#260 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:77,914 mi
#352 complaints

Engine & Cooling

Avg mileage:86,887 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Ford Fusion.

Engine Problems
138
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
70,565
Transmission / Drivetrain
60
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
77,914
Engine & Cooling
52
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
86,887
Electrical Faults
29
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
13,374
Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
84,772
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
58,725
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
6,630
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Evaporative Emissions:Canister
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Other:Kinetic:Flywheel,Bearings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Coil:Spark Plugs
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring: Rear Compartment/Trunk
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Evaporative Emissions:Hoses/Valves/Sensors
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Ford Fusion

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~273,695 vehicles.

25V685000Equipment:electrical:engine Block Heater
~59,006 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

25V442000Back Over Prevention:software
~200,237 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

23V440000Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery:management System/energy Control Module (bms/becm)
~14,452 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Fusion PHEV vehicles. The battery energy control module (BECM) may become damaged due to excessive voltage and current flow.

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2019 Ford Fusion — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Ford Fusion reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2019 Ford Fusion has 378 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 138 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Ford Fusion?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (138 complaints, avg 70,565 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (60 complaints, avg 77,914 mi); Engine & Cooling (52 complaints, avg 86,887 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 2019 Ford Fusion?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 68,420 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Ford Fusion?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Ford Fusion include 5 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 7 injuries, and 0 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 2019 Ford Fusion have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 273,695 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Ford Fusion?
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 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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