Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 96 complaints for the 2015 Ford Flex, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 96 issues reported over 1 model years, back over prevention problems are the most common for the 2015 Ford Flex. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Back Over Prevention19

02Steering16

03Fuel/propulsion System12

04Unknown Or Other9

05Suspension7

96 total across 1 model years (2015–2015)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Flex Fuel Economy

18–20mpg combined

16-18city

22-25hwy

$2,200-$2,450/yr

The 2015 Ford Flex delivers 18 to 20 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Flex FWD - Automatic (S6)

20mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr5/10 Average

Flex AWD - Automatic (S6)

19mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

Flex AWD - Automatic (S6)

18mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2015 Ford Flex

31States

29%in top 3

Michigan has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 31 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

MIMichigan

4912%

FLFlorida

4110%

TXTexas

338%

ILIllinois

256%

CACalifornia

215%

WAWashington

195%

AZArizona

184%

MOMissouri

164%

MNMinnesota

133%

UTUtah

123%

OHOhio

123%

DCWashington DC

123%

INIndiana

102%

WIWisconsin

102%

COColorado

102%

DEDelaware

92%

OROregon

92%

KYKentucky

92%

PAPennsylvania

92%

VAVirginia

82%

OKOklahoma

72%

IAIowa

61%

GAGeorgia

61%

NV5

KS5

TN5

MD4

ID3

AR3

CT3

NY3

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2015.

2015 Ford Flex Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2015 Ford Flex a good car to buy?

The 2015 Ford Flex has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is back over prevention, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 2015 Ford Flex?

Depending on configuration, the 2015 Ford Flex delivers 18–20 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2015 Ford Flex?

BACK OVER PREVENTION is the number-one complaint area for the 2015 Ford Flex, based on 96 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.