2007 FORD FUSION Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Ford Fusion. This model year has 1,064 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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Worst 2007 Ford Fusion Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbag Malfunctions
Brake System
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Ford Fusion. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 615 | 25 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 150 | 27 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 74 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 73 | 6 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 72 | — | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 55 | 1 | 3 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 36 | 3 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 35 | 4 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 28 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 26 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 22 | 2 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 21 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 12 | — | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Ford Fusion. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 400 most recent complaints of 1,064 total. View all on NHTSA ↗
Drivers seat moved back while driving and now won't move forward I am only 4ft 8 inch tall and driving my car is very difficult I have seen a lot of other people complaining of the same thing and something needs to be done
i need to check engine make/brand
Took car to dealer because the dash light came on what looked like airbag needed replacement.? I had had that done so they checked and told me it was a weight bar in passenger seat that was lighting up. Does that not protect person from collision and trigger airbag if u have acci…
Driver's side front seat will stop moving forward and back it has been tested said all was good it moved back on it own while driving now I am 4 ft 8 inches tall not good I was stopped at a red light
The contact owns a 2007 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light had remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was off…
The contact owns a 2007 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V001000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall …
MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON 2 DAYS AFTER DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WAS REPLACED. DEALER WANTED $129.50 TO TELL ME THE REASON. AFTER CHECKING I WAS TOLD IT IS SOMEWHERE IN THE WIRING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT AND IT WILL COST ME $500. TO REMOVE THE SEAT AND THE SEAT COVERS AND AN ESTIMATED $500…
The contact owns a 2007 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, there was an abnormal metal sound detected. The vehicle began to shake abnormally and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who inf…
The passenger airbag was replaced, and is now trying to pop out of the cover. The upper left corner is bulging outward.
ABS and WRENCH icon are flashing on dashboard. Car making a terrible noise from underneath . I try to drive the car but it loses power and goes into LIMP mode. I have read many problems with the ABS control module valves sticking open due to the wrong type of brake fluid put in…
The contact owned a 2007 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, and merging into the slow lane, he crashed into a vehicle that stopped abruptly. Additionally, the vehicle was rear-ended by another vehicle. The driver air bag exploded. The contact was able to exit …
My boyfriends mom was up north driving and the latch on the driverside door stopped working. She's 60+ and still years later has to tie her door close and climb over the passenger seat to get in the car. I can get it closed if it's accidentally opened just like an inch but the do…
The contact owns a 2007 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V024000 (Air Bags) however, the failure recurred after the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, t…
This vehicle was totaled in May 2020. I had numerous and constant brake issues with this car and had much of the brake system (brake pads, rotors, and calipers I believe) replaced within a year of the accident. The accident occurred when I tried to apply the brakes, causing me to…
Took my car on to check why seat belt light was on after bag replaced. Told there is a sensor under passenger seat that reflects weight in seat that is not working that is used in case accident airbag pressure would be deployed. Light will not turn off on dash and told me out of …
The contact owns a 2007 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) and 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the local dealer had failed to return the contact's call to schedule an appointment for the recall repair. The …
Air bag light comes on and stays on -this happened shortly after the car's airbag recall was taken care of- had never had a problem before.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had e…
The contact owns a 2007 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH on a bumpy road, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle accelerated unintendedly, hit a high curb, and stopped. The air bags did not deploy. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contac…
I didn’t know or the incident with the car until I purchased and started noticed The way it drives. It do have a problem with acceleration while shifting gears, and also loses power with A/c turned on.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Ford Fusion.
Recalls for 2007 Ford Fusion
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Ford Fusion. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2007 Ford Fusion — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2007 Ford Fusion reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2007 Ford Fusion has 1,064 NHTSA owner complaints, 58 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (615 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ford Fusion?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (615 complaints). #2: Brake System (150 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (74 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Ford Fusion?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Ford Fusion?▾
The 2007 Ford Fusion has 58 crash-related complaints and 5 fire reports out of 1,064 total NHTSA complaints. 56 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Ford Fusion have any recalls?▾
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Ford Fusion. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2007 Ford Fusion?▾
The 2007 Ford Fusion has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Airbag Malfunctions issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Fusion reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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