2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid problems
NHTSA has 59 owner complaints on file for the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid, received from 2018 to 2026. The most-reported system is electrical system (10 complaints, 17%), followed by power train (10) and service brakes (9). Owners reported 8 crashes, 1 fire, 7 injuries and 1 death. Median mileage at failure: 67,000 miles. Complaints peaked in 2024, with 15 received that year. NHTSA lists no safety recalls for this model year.
Quick answers
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Owners report electrical system problems most often: 10 of 59 NHTSA complaints (17%), followed by power train (10) and service brakes (9).
How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid have?
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid.
At what mileage do 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid problems happen?
The median mileage at failure is 67,000 miles, across 27 complaints that reported mileage.
Have owners reported crashes or fires in the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Yes. Owners reported 8 crashes, 1 fire, 7 injuries and 1 death in NHTSA complaints.
Problems by system
| System | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Median miles | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 10 | 17% | 1 | 0 | 0 | 68,000 | |
| Power train | 10 | 17% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 58,163 | |
| Service brakes | 9 | 15% | 2 | 0 | 1 | 160,300 | |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 14% | 1 | 1 | 1 | 20,000 | |
| Engine | 7 | 12% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 69,332 | |
| Steering | 7 | 12% | 2 | 0 | 0 | 66,000 | |
| Air bags | 6 | 10% | 4 | 0 | 4 | 80,045 | |
| Wheels | 5 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20,000 | |
| Fuel system | 3 | 5% | 1 | 1 | 0 | 111,000 | |
| Seat belts | 3 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 0 | 16,800 | |
| Visibility and wipers | 3 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39,000 | |
| Structure | 2 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 1 | – | |
| Backover prevention | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | |
| Fire related | 1 | 2% | 1 | 1 | 0 | – | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | |
| Latches, locks and linkages | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | |
| Speed control | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 54,000 | |
| Suspension | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 68,000 |
A complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints received by year
Safety recalls (0)
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for this model year.
Check a specific car with its VIN at NHTSA recall lookup.
What owners describe
I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE that affects the braking system and related electronics: 1.The ABS stopped functioning previously. 2.Recently, the car displayed a “Brake Malfunction” warning for the first time, which appears when making sharp turns. 3.The…
Electrical system · NHTSA complaint 11682612, received 2025-08-23Driving down the road and suddenly all the lights came on and lost power steering there was no warning. Nothing. It stopped working. I then see something today in regards to this being an issue and when I contact ford about it was nothing we can do. Ford did not make this very public and I bet if…
Electrical system · NHTSA complaint 11571624, received 2024-02-131. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - The transmission has failed twice. The first time it was replaced by a licensed dealer. The second time is current. It is available for inspection upon request. 2. How was your safety or the…
Power train · NHTSA complaint 11628870, received 2024-12-04The contact's mother owns a 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while his mother was pulling into a parking space, the vehicle abruptly stopped independently. The driver noticed that the vehicle had shifted to park(P) independently, and the gear shifter was stuck in park(P). An unknown…
Power train · NHTSA complaint 11618124, received 2024-10-04The chrome trim on the parking brake switch started chipping. The sharp edge drew a drop of blood and small pieces attached to your fingers. Replaced the switch in June 2026
Service brakes · NHTSA complaint 11747443, received 2026-06-30I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE that affects the braking system and related electronics: 1.The ABS stopped functioning previously. 2.Recently, the car displayed a “Brake Malfunction” warning for the first time, which appears when making sharp turns. 3.The…
Service brakes · NHTSA complaint 11682612, received 2025-08-23Other Ford Fusion Hybrid model years
- 2010 · 509 complaints
- 2011 · 132 complaints
- 2012 · 96 complaints
- 2013 · 126 complaints
- 2014 · 65 complaints
- 2015 · 46 complaints
- 2016 · 55 complaints
- 2017 · 70 complaints
- 2019 · 35 complaints
- 2020 · 8 complaints
Source
Built from the NHTSA complaints flat file and the NHTSA recalls flat files, data as of 2026-10-22. Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models collect more of them.