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2019 Ford Fusion: recalls and problems

4 recalls and 470 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.

4recalls
470complaints
8crashes reported
3fires reported
12injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Engine171 · 36%
  • Electrical System142 · 30%
  • Power Train80 · 17%
  • Engine And Engine Cooling54 · 11%
  • Unknown Or Other38 · 8%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System20 · 4%
  • Steering13 · 3%
  • Forward Collision Avoidance11 · 2%
  • Vehicle Speed Control9 · 2%
  • Service Brakes7 · 1%

What owners report

Power Train,Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System

I am the original single owner of a 2019, paid-off, gas fusion with less than 54,000 miles, a spotless maintenance record, and no accident history. the vehicle suffered a sudden, instantaneous total loss of motive power. the loss of electric power steering assist and loss of power brake assist while driving through a live intersection with no warning lights or prior engine shuddering nearly caused a severe, life-th

Engine

The 2019 ford fusion i owned was having issues with smoke coming out the tailpipe upon startup, eventually leading to the engine seizing causing me to trade the vehicle in.

Engine

I have an overheating problem in the engine, after visiting the dealership and repair shops it was brought to my attention that this was a constant problem with the eco-boost turbo system associated with certain ford models, i could smell a mixture of antifreeze, oil (smelling like rotten eggs) and white fumes coming from the exhaust pipe and also the air vents. this also causes the engine to overheat and triggers th

Engine

It all started with a cylinder 3 misfire warning code, spark plugs replaced, coils replaced. then a coolant leak. no obvious signs of a leak no cracked tubing no puddles. just coolant leaking. was informed i have a coolant leak intrusion and need a new engine block. i still owe $14k on this vehicle and am past my warranty. this repair is going to cost $12k. researched and found out this is a problem for these vehicle

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2019 Ford Fusion 4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2019 Ford Fusion 4 DR AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering FUSION, FUSION ENERGI, FUSION HEV. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.