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2018 Ford FusionProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 582 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
582
Crashes
11
Fires
1
Recalls
2
TSBs
160
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 582 complaints, 11 crashes, 1 fires, and 2 recalls. Complaint rate is 4.5x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

coolant leaking into the engine

7 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
2

soybased wire covering

3 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
3

misfire on spark plug 2

2 complaints • Severity 7/10

$X,XXX
4

sunglass holder fell out

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX
5

passenger side trim fell off

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

290 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 89K miles.

!Inspect the DrivetrainMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

17
0–30K
33
30–60K
71
60–90K
74
90–120K
28
120–150K
13
150K+

Peak failure range: 90–120K miles (74 reports) • Median: 89K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (290 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Engine290 (50%)
Drivetrain104 (18%)
Other47 (8%)
Fuel System26 (4%)
Electrical23 (4%)
Steering19 (3%)
Wheels & Tires10 (2%)
Brakes6 (1%)

2018 Ford Fusion: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 50% of all reports filed for the 2018 Ford Fusion, with 290 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 89,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 89K-mile mark.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 18% of all reports filed for the 2018 Ford Fusion, with 104 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 4% of all reports filed for the 2018 Ford Fusion, with 26 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 4% of all reports filed for the 2018 Ford Fusion, with 23 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

1
17
8
18
6
19
15
20
29
21
52
22
130
23
161
24
119
25
61
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2018 Ford Fusion. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

18V167000Apr 2018

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.

23V162000Jun 2023

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2018 Ford Fusion NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

RQ22004ClosedOpened Aug 2022 · closed Mar 2023

Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

The worst model year for the Ford Fusion is the 2011 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is steering.

2018 Ford Fusion vs. Class Average (Midsize Cars)

This vehicle

582

Class avg

129

4.5x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical midsize cars vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 582 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2018 Ford Fusion: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Ford Fusion?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2018 Ford Fusion is related to the engine, with 290 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2018 Ford Fusion reliable?
The 2018 Ford Fusion has 582 complaints, 11 crash reports, and 1 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 4.5x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2018 Ford Fusion?
NHTSA rates the 2018 Ford Fusion 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2018 Ford Fusion problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2018 Ford Fusion have any recalls?
Yes, the 2018 Ford Fusion has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Ford Fusion problems start?
Based on 236 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 89,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 90–120K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2018 Ford Fusion data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 13, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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