Defect Summary: 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.
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The 2019 Ford Fusion is associated with 428 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 4 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is Electrical System, accounting for 101 reports (24% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 9 certified vehicle configurations spanning 1.5l 4-cyl, 2.5l 4-cyl, 2l 4-cyl, 2.7l 6-cyl, 2L 4-Cyl hybrid, and 2L 4-Cyl plug-in hybrid configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 20 to 42 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 103 MPGe (42 MPG on gasoline) with up to 26 miles of electric driving range.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 428 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 4 official campaigns
- • Primary Defect Domain: Electrical System (101 / 24%)
- • Field Incident Signals: 5 crash / 2 fire / 7 injury reports
- • NCAP Crash Safety: 5 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
- • EPA Certified Range: 20–42 MPG across 9 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2019 Ford Fusion?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion FWD | 1.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 23 MPG | 34 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,300 / yr |
| Fusion FWD | 2.5L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 21 MPG | 31 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $2,450 / yr |
| Fusion FWD | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 21 MPG | 31 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $2,450 / yr |
| Fusion AWD | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 20 MPG | 29 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,650 / yr |
| Fusion AWD | 2.7L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 17 MPG | 26 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,100 / yr |
| Fusion Hybrid FWD Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43 MPG | 41 MPG | 42 MPG | — | $1,450 / yr |
| Fusion Hybrid Taxi Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43 MPG | 40 MPG | 41 MPG | — | $1,500 / yr |
| Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 109 MPGe (43 MPG) | 97 MPGe (40 MPG) | 103 MPGe (42 MPG) | 26 mi EV (610 mi total) | $1,450 / yr |
| Fusion Special Service Vehicle PHEV Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 106 MPGe (43 MPG) | 97 MPGe (40 MPG) | 102 MPGe (42 MPG) | 26 mi EV (610 mi total) | $1,450 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2019 Ford Fusion?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR FWD | 10.9% | ||||
| 4 DR AWD | 10.9% |
Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2019 Ford Fusion models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2019 Ford Fusion?
Summary of 428 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2019 Ford Fusion problems & component breakdown (71 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2019 Ford Fusion?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Defect Summary: 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.
Defect Summary: 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.
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2019 Ford Fusion
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2019 Ford Fusion
How many safety recalls does the 2019 Ford Fusion have?
The 2019 Ford Fusion is associated with 4 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2019 Ford Fusion?
NHTSA records list 428 consumer defect complaints for the 2019 Ford Fusion. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Electrical System, appearing in 101 filings (24% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2019 Ford Fusion?
Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2019 Ford Fusion earned an Overall Safety Rating of 5 out of 5 stars across 2 tested configuration(s).
Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2019 Ford Fusion get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2019 Ford Fusion range from 20 to 42 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
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