Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA
The 2016 Ford Fusion has 12 recalls, 1625 complaints, and a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.
12
Recalls
1625
Complaints
★★★★★
Safety Rating
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated May 22, 2026
19V632000
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 Ford Edge, and 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles originally so...
18V471000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Escape, and 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles, equipped with six-speed automatic transmissi...
19V362000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.5 liter engines. The bushing that attaches the transmission ...
16V875000
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured November 2, 2012, to July 31, 2014, and 2013-201...
18V167000
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 ...
16V250000
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured from March 10, 2016, through March 16, 2016. The fro...
15V618000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured September 3, 2015, to September 13, 2015, and 2016 Li...
20V177000
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fiesta, 2014-2016 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles sold, or ever registered in Alabama, Arkans...
22V413000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge veh...
23V162000
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.
23V775000
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 Fiesta, 2016 Fusion, and 2016 Lincoln MKZ vehicles sold, or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas, ...
25V695000
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion,...
Overall
★★★★★
Front Crash
★★★★★
Side Crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rating for: 2016 Ford Fusion 4 DR AWD
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The recall for the backup camera has been open since october with no remedy. This seems like an exce... |
| May 12, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | When backing up the rear camera went to black screen and wouldnt display the rear view. Almost hit a... |
| May 7, 2026 | STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V16200... |
| May 4, 2026 | ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | There is a problem with the purge valve causing my vehicle to rough idle and even cut off on me in t... |
| May 1, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearvi... |
| May 1, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearvi... |
| Apr 30, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearvi... |
| Apr 22, 2026 | STEERING | I took my car to have recalls fixed. The next time I drove it after that my power steering shut off ... |
| Apr 17, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearvi... |
| Apr 14, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V... |
| Mar 30, 2026 | ENGINE | CAR IS OVER HEATING AND ENGINE LIGHT ON. SAME ISSUES AS THE 2017 FORD FUSIONS RECALL BUT I WAS TOLD... |
| Mar 24, 2026 | STEERING | The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while his wife was making a left turn, ... |
| Mar 24, 2026 | STEERING | The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, ... |
| Mar 24, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse(R), the rea... |
| Mar 22, 2026 | Tether, Lower Anchor (on car seat or vehicle),Other/I am not sure | I have concerns about the safety and proper installation of my child’s car seat. The seat is install... |
| Mar 20, 2026 | STEERING | The steering gear went out causing the steering wheel to completely lock up. It’s costing thousands ... |
| Mar 20, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | severe coolant intrusion issue where coolant leaks into the cylinders, causing rough running, overhe... |
| Mar 20, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,VISIBILITY/WIPER | My vehicle has multiple active safety recalls that remain unrepaired. I have already contacted the d... |
| Mar 16, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER | Back-up camera shuts off during operation. Works intermittently and never for a full operation. This... |
| Mar 14, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | See attached document for complaint. In Oct I received letter (see enclosure) that there is a recal... |