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2016 Ford Fusion Energi
Common Problems

Ranked from 562 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

9
Safety
8
High severity
16
Medium
3
Low
9 problems on this vehicle involve a crash, fire, or injury risk. If you are experiencing one, stop driving and have it inspected.

36 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Engine Misfire

    266complaints
    Safety riskEngine

    Engine misfires occur due to various issues such as coolant intrusion and spark plug problems, leading to reduced performance.

    $200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs labor
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  2. 2

    Transmission shifter cable issues leading to unintended shifting

    155complaints
    Safety riskTransmission

    The transmission shifter cable can detach or become loose, causing the car to shift into unintended gears.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  3. 3

    Coolant Intrusion into Engine

    91complaints
    High severityEngine

    Coolant leakage into the engine causes engine misfires, overheating, and eventual engine failure.

  4. 4

    Brake System Failure

    18complaints
    Safety riskBrakes

    The brake pedal depresses to the floorboard, leading to loss of vehicle control.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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  5. 5

    Coolant Leak Causing Engine Overheating

    12complaints
    High severityOther

    Coolant leaks into the engine, causing overheating, misfires, and potential engine failure.

    $150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  6. 6

    Door Latch Failure

    9complaints
    Low severityOther

    Door latches detach or fail to close properly, posing a risk of accidental opening during driving.

    $200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs labor
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  7. 7

    Brake System Malfunction

    8complaints
    High severityBrakes

    Brakes fail to work properly, leading to brake failure and potential accidents.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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  8. 8

    Engine Overheating Due to Coolant Leak

    8complaints
    High severityEngine

    Coolant leaks into the engine causing overheating and misfires.

    $150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  9. 9

    Transmission Shifter Cable Bushing Failure

    8complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission shifter cable bushing detaches, causing the vehicle to roll in park or fail to shift gears.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  10. 10

    Engine Stall at Idle Due to Coolant Intrusion

    7complaints
    High severityEngine

    The engine stalls at idle due to coolant intrusion into the cylinders, causing misfires and rough operation.

    $150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  11. 11

    Engine Overheating with White Smoke

    6complaints
    High severityEngine

    Engine overheats and emits white smoke, often due to coolant intrusion.

    $150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  12. 12

    Steering Wheel Becomes Loose or Detaches

    6complaints
    Safety riskSteering

    The steering wheel becomes loose or detaches due to a faulty bolt, leading to loss of control.

  13. 13

    Transmission Jerking and Shifting Issues

    5complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    Transmission jerks between gears and shifts poorly, leading to inconsistent performance.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  14. 14

    Check Engine Light and Unusual Exhaust Emissions

    4complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    Check engine light illuminates and vehicle emits unusual exhaust emissions, indicating potential engine issues.

    $100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs labor
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  15. 15

    Electrical System Issues

    4complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Random electrical system failures, including audio system noise and dashboard lights malfunctioning.

  16. 16

    Electrical System Malfunctions

    4complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Various electrical system malfunctions, including climate system failures and lock malfunctions, affecting vehicle operation.

  17. 17

    Steering Failure Causing Loss of Control

    4complaints
    Safety riskSteering

    The power steering fails suddenly, causing the steering wheel to seize and the vehicle to become uncontrollable.

  18. 18

    Steering system failure

    4complaints
    High severitySteering

    The power steering system fails, making it difficult to control the vehicle.

  19. 19

    Structural issues

    4complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Various structural issues such as doors opening unexpectedly while driving pose safety risks.

  20. 20

    Transmission Failure

    4complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    Transmission shifts harshly or fails to engage properly, leading to engine stalling and power loss.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs labor
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  21. 21

    Brake Failure During Emergency Stop

    3complaints
    Safety riskOther

    The brakes fail to stop the vehicle during emergency situations, increasing crash risk.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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  22. 22

    Check Engine Light Illumination Due to Coolant Leak

    3complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    Check engine light illuminates due to coolant leaks in specific cylinders, leading to engine misfires and power loss.

    $150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  23. 23

    Engine Misfire and Cylinder Failure

    3complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    The engine misfires and cylinders fail, leading to poor performance and potential engine damage.

    $200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs labor
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  24. 24

    Engine Overheating

    3complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    Engine overheats, indicated by check engine light and coolant overtemperature warning.

    $150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  25. 25

    Engine Redesign Issues

    3complaints
    High severityOther

    Engine redesign issues lead to repeated engine failures and costly repairs, despite multiple recalls.

  26. 26

    Random Trunk Opening Due to Actuator Malfunction

    3complaints
    Low severityOther

    The trunk opens randomly due to a malfunction in the trunk latching mechanism, potentially causing inconvenience.

  27. 27

    Steering Assist Malfunction

    3complaints
    Safety riskSteering

    Steering wheel becomes unresponsive or difficult to control, posing a risk of loss of vehicle control.

  28. 28

    Steering Wheel Seizure Causing Loss of Control

    3complaints
    Safety riskSteering

    The steering wheel seizes, making it difficult to control the vehicle, posing a risk of accidents.

  29. 29

    Transmission Failure Causing Loss of Drive

    3complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission fails suddenly, causing the vehicle to lose drive and enter limp mode, posing a risk of accidents.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs labor
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  30. 30

    Transmission Shifting Issues Causing Gear Stuck

    3complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission fails to shift properly, causing the gear to get stuck in park or drive, requiring immediate attention.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  31. 31

    Trunk Randomly Opens

    3complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The trunk opens unexpectedly while driving or parked, posing a safety hazard.

  32. 32

    Backover prevention system failure

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The backover prevention system malfunctions, leading to potential accidents.

  33. 33

    Back Over Prevention System Failure

    2complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The back over prevention system fails to display images or operate correctly, posing a hazard during reversing.

  34. 34

    Brake Fluid Warning Light

    2complaints
    Low severityBrakes

    The brake fluid warning light illuminates, indicating a potential brake system issue.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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  35. 35

    Severe Deformation of Front Wheel Lug Nuts

    2complaints
    Safety riskOther

    Front wheel lug nuts become severely deformed, posing a safety risk and preventing proper service completion.

  36. 36

    Trunk Opening While Driving

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The trunk opens unexpectedly while driving, posing a safety hazard.

Other years & sources

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Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.