2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the power train. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“The air bags did not deploy on the front passenger side after a two car accident. There was an injury to the passenger of the car. Vehicle was inspected by police and there were no warning signs”
“The chrome trim on the parking brake switch started chipping. The sharp edge drew a drop of blood and small pieces attached to your fingers. Replaced the switch in june 2026”
“I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2018 ford fusion hybrid se that affects the braking system and related electronics: 1.the abs stopped functioning previously. 2.recently, the car displayed a “brake malfunctionâ€� warning for the first time, which appears when making sharp turns.…”
“I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2018 ford fusion hybrid se that affects the braking system and related electronics: 1.the abs stopped functioning previously. 2.recently, the car displayed a “brake malfunctionâ€� warning for the first time, which appears when making sharp turns.…”
“I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2018 ford fusion hybrid se that affects the braking system and related electronics: 1.the abs stopped functioning previously. 2.recently, the car displayed a “brake malfunctionâ€� warning for the first time, which appears when making sharp turns.…”
“1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - the transmission has failed twice. The first time it was replaced by a licensed dealer. The second time is current. It is available for inspection upon request. 2. How was your safety or the…”
“The contact owns a 2018 ford fusion hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered momentarily. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was determined that the engine had failed due to…”
“The contact's mother owns a 2018 ford fusion hybrid. The contact stated while his mother was pulling into a parking space, the vehicle abruptly stopped independently. The driver noticed that the vehicle had shifted to park(p) independently, and the gear shifter was stuck in park(p). An unknown…”
Defect investigations
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for…
Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures
On August 8, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 50 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging front brake jounce hose ruptures on model year (MY) 2013-2018 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. A ruptured front brake hose results in a brake fluid leak. As a result,…
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.