The 2016 Ford Fusion has a high safety risk profile with 4 recall campaigns and 1,568 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

1,568

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

18V4710002018-16-07

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 transmissions. The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. The condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.

If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.

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19V3620002019-13-05

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 shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. The condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.

If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.

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16V8750002016-05-12

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 2013-2015 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured November 14, 2012, to July 31, 2014. In the event of a crash, heat from the deployment of a seat belt pretensioner may cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail.

If the driver or front passenger seatbelt cables cannot properly restrain the front seat occupants, they would be at an increased risk of injury.

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16V2500002016-27-04

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 front driver seat track assembly's rear riser may have been improperly welded to the seat track rail, and as a result, the driver may not be adequately restrained in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

An improperly welded driver seat riser may fail to adequately restrain the driver during crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 1,568 owners have filed complaints about the 2016 Ford Fusion. ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine308

02Power Train230

03Steering112

04Unknown Or Other109

05Engine And Engine Cooling80

1,568 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Fusion Fuel Economy

25–41mpg combined

22-43city

31-39hwy

$1,050-$1,750/yr

Across 7 configurations, the 2016 Ford Fusion returns 25–41 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Fusion Hybrid FWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

41mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

43 city39 hwy~$1,050/yr9/10 Clean

Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

38mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

40 city36 hwy~$1,150/yr10/10 Clean

Fusion FWD - Automatic (S6)

29mpg

1.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city36 hwy~$1,500/yr7/10 Clean

Fusion FWD - Automatic (S6)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city33 hwy~$1,700/yr6/10 Average

Fusion FWD - Automatic (S6)

26mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city33 hwy~$1,700/yr6/10 Average

Fusion AWD - Automatic (S6)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2016 Ford Fusion

37States

25%in top 3

9% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 37 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

FLFlorida

2499%

TXTexas

2278%

CACalifornia

2088%

MIMichigan

1716%

ILIllinois

1435%

MOMissouri

1245%

PAPennsylvania

1084%

GAGeorgia

1014%

DCWashington DC

1014%

OHOhio

1004%

NCNorth Carolina

753%

AZArizona

683%

MDMaryland

662%

DEDelaware

632%

MNMinnesota

632%

IN53

WA52

OK50

TN46

UT45

WIWisconsin

442%

NYNew York

442%

COColorado

401%

OR38

NJ37

MA34

NE31

NH29

KY28

IA25

NV25

ID24

AL23

VA23

RI22

NM20

KS20

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

2016 Ford Fusion: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2016 Ford Fusion a good car to buy?

The 2016 Ford Fusion has its strengths and its watch-outs. 4 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report engine as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2016 Ford Fusion?

Yes, 4 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 Ford Fusion?

Depending on configuration, the 2016 Ford Fusion delivers 25–41 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2016 Ford Fusion?

Out of 1,568 owner complaints, engine issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2016 compare to other Ford Fusion years?

Each Ford Fusion model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Ford Fusion overview page.