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2019 Ford Fusion recalls & problems

The 2019 Ford Fusion has 3 safety recalls and 316 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (153 complaints).

Recalls3safety recalls
Complaints316filed by owners
Crashes · fires5 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2019 Ford Fusion in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

EquipmentOct 10, 2025

Electrical › Engine block heater

Recall 25V68500059,006 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Risk
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
Back over preventionJun 27, 2025

Software

Recall 25V442000200,237 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Electrical systemJun 23, 2023

Propulsion system › Traction battery › Management system/energy control module (bms/becm)

Recall 23V44000014,452 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Fusion PHEV vehicles. The battery energy control module (BECM) may become damaged due to excessive voltage and current flow.
Risk
A damaged BECM can result in a loss of drive power or fire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the battery and update the BECM software for free, or Ford will repurchase the vehicle. If your vehicle is currently operating normally, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the fuse block and a software update as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). As an alternative remedy, Ford is offering a vehicle refund. Please see Ford's owner notification letter or contact Ford for full details. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S33.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2019 Ford Fusion 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.9%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2019 Ford Fusion 4 DR AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.9%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.9%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2019 Ford Fusion NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2019 Ford Fusion NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Fusion Special Service Vehicle PHEV Plug-in Hybrid

42mpg combined
City / highway43 / 40 mpg
Electric range26 mi
On electricity102 MPGe · 33 kWh/100 mi
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $1,600/year to fuel

Fusion FWD

27mpg combined
City / highway23 / 34 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,500/year to fuel

Fusion FWD

25mpg combined
City / highway21 / 31 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Fusion FWD

25mpg combined
City / highway21 / 31 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/year to fuel

Fusion AWD

23mpg combined
City / highway20 / 29 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Fusion AWD

20mpg combined
City / highway17 / 26 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.7 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine15300178,000 mi
Power trainAutomatic transmission › Torque converter; Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift6900180,000 mi
Engine and engine coolingCooling system5500085,951 mi
Electrical systemWiring › Rear compartment/trunk; Ignition › Coil › Spark plugs3600019,000 mi
Unknown or other2710112,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system11000—
Forward collision avoidanceWarnings; Automatic emergency braking110006,000 mi
Steering7000—
Back over preventionWarnings; Sensing system › Camera700019,000 mi
Vehicle speed controlAccelerator pedal60008,070 mi
Air bags430350,000 mi
Service brakes4000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.