2019 Ford Fusion Hev
Common Problems
Ranked from 123 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
14 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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Recall Non-Resolution
29complaintsHigh severityOtherRecalls for potential fire hazards and other issues remain unresolved, leaving owners unable to charge their vehicles safely.
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Engine Misfire Due to Coolant Leaking into Cylinders
22complaintsHigh severityEngineCoolant leakage into cylinders causes misfires and engine failure.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Engine Misfire and Overheating Due to Coolant Intrusion
21complaintsSafety riskEngineThe engine misfires, overheats, and emits white smoke due to coolant intrusion into the cylinders and engine block.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Transmission Failure Causing Vehicle to Shift Back to Park
21complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission shifts back to park on its own, causing the vehicle to stall and requiring a tow to the dealer.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Coolant Intrusion into Engine
19complaintsHigh severityEngineCoolant enters the engine, leading to misfires, engine failure, and potential car fires.
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Engine Overheating and Coolant Leaks
15complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine overheats and coolant leaks into the cylinders and engine block, causing engine failure and requiring major repairs.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Transmission Failure with Abnormal Shifting
9complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission fails, resulting in premature shifting and abnormal sounds during operation, often requiring replacement.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
6complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine frequently stalls at idle, especially after extended periods without use, due to the stop-start system malfunction.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Battery and Electrical System Malfunction
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle experiences sudden loss of power, stalling, and difficulty starting due to battery or electrical system failures.
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Flex Plate Cracking Causing Engine Issues
3complaintsHigh severityEngineThe flex plate cracks at high mileage, leading to engine misfires, loss of power, and potential catastrophic failure.
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Flex Plate Cracks
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionFlex plate cracks lead to transmission fluid leakage and loss of power, requiring replacement.
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Airbag Deployment Failure During Collision
2complaintsHigh severityElectricalAirbags fail to deploy during a collision, increasing the risk of injury.
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Brake Pedal Issues Causing Loss of Control
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal feels spongy or goes to the floor, causing loss of vehicle control.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Exterior Lighting Issues Reducing Visibility
2complaintsMedium severityOtherHeadlights are dim and provide poor visibility, especially in low light conditions.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
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.