2014 Ford Fusion: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2014 Ford Fusion? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 500 complaints, with Steering Defects as the top reported area.
2014 Ford Fusion Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated energy efficiency for the 2014 Ford Fusion. Values shown in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 8 trims analysed.
2014 Ford Fusion Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2014 Ford Fusion 4 DR FWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
10.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
10.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2014 Ford Fusion has 500 owner complaints, 14 crash-related complaints, and 18 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Steering Defects. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Fusion
- Model year
- 2014
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 500
- Crash-related complaints
- 14
- Safety recall campaigns
- 18
- Top reported component
- Steering Defects
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPGe combined
- 29
- EPA MPGe city / highway
- 25 / 36
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electric range (miles)
- 550
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2014 Ford Fusion Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Steering Defects
Engine Problems
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Steering Defects, Engine Problems, Brake System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2014 Ford Fusion?
The 2014 Ford Fusion shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2014 Ford Fusion
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the steering system for any signs of defects or unusual behavior.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine, brake, and steering repairs.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the steering system for any signs of defects or unusual behavior.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine, brake, and steering repairs.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on reported components.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2014 Ford Fusion, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 500 consumer complaints for the 2014 Ford Fusion, issues appear concentrated in the steering, engine, and brake systems. The data also includes 18 recalls and 14 crash-related complaints, though the confidence level is low due to the limited single-year analysis.
- Steering Defects account for the largest share of complaints with 131 reports.
- Engine Problems are the second most cited component with 115 complaints.
- Brake System issues total 78 complaints, making it the third most common concern.
- Steering Defects are the most frequently reported issue.
- Engine Problems are a prominent concern among owners.
- Brake System complaints are also notably high.
All 2014 Ford Fusion Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Ford Fusion. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 131 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 115 | — | 2 | — | |
| Brake System | 78 | 8 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 73 | 3 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 61 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 61 | — | 2 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 24 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 11 | 2 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Ford Fusion. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Driver side rear door handle broke off!
The backup assisting camera is no longer working properly, causing a safety issue while reversing. There are recalls on this from 2015 to 2019 but not 2014 even though the same issue is happening with the 2014's.
Complaint Description: I am filing a complaint regarding a severe brake assist failure in my 2014 Ford Fusion. The vehicle has experienced a repeated loss of brake assist, resulting in a hard brake pedal and increased stopping distance. Despite multiple visits to the dealership, …
As I was driving,making a right turn and with out warning my steering wheel before excessively hard to control, turn. Because of the sudden wheel tightening as I was making this right turn I almost collided with a vehicle in next lane on highway. My brakes were in good standing b…
Backup camera fails to display image. The camera started failing about two years ago in 2024. I reported to Ford and to the dealership. I was informed no recall had been issued for my model year but has been issued for other model years. For the past year the camera has been comp…
While driving a 2014 Ford Fusion during a snowstorm, the vehicle displayed the warning message “Steering Assist Fault – Service Required.” Immediately afterward, the steering became extremely difficult to turn, requiring significantly greater effort to control the vehicle. This s…
My backup camera does not work periodically. It will say camera unavailable. I use my camera in conjunction with my mirrors so it is really difficult when I can’t see behind me.
The rear view camera on my Ford Fusion has been not working. A couple months ago it was off and on when it did not work. When it was too hot the camera would not work and have an error that says to go to a dealership. I dealt with it because it was every once in a while, but now …
There is a problem with the purge valve on the ford fusion. Car will not start after pumping gas. You have to step on the gas pedal several times and then the car will turn on. After doing research there seems to be several people with the same problem. The purge valve on the can…
Transmission randomly stopped driving at highway speeds rpm spiked and no movement was in fast lane at 75 mph. Transmission is toast now in for 4-6 thousand dollars to replace also ford did the recall on the emissions reprogram a few months before this issue then tells me it need…
My 2014 Ford Fusion caught fire on January 19, 2026, while parked and stationary inside my residential garage. The vehicle could not be shifted out of park during the incident. Emergency services responded, and an official fire department report was generated. I had owned the ve…
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel remained stuck in the direction turned and failed to return to center. The contact stated that the traction control warning light was illuminated. Due to the fai…
The rearview camera on my 2014 Ford Fusion has been malfunctioning for several years. When the vehicle is placed in reverse, the camera image frequently does not display, displays intermittently, or fails while already in use. When the system does activate, the image is sometime…
Rear seat belt plastic clasp has broken on both sides and no longer function. Additionally, replacement parts are not available. Children are no longer able to sit in the rear seat. This issue has been reported in online forums.
Power Steering Loss (2019 - Recall 19S26): Affects 2013–2016 models. Corrosion of the steering gear motor bolts can lead to a sudden loss of electric power steering assist, making the car harder to steer. This recently happened to my vehicle, causing my wife to almost crash. Luck…
the cross trafic light warning comes out as not working while i am driving on highway or any other street and the system is actually working
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera image was black or distorted. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic however, the failure could not be duplicated.…
The vehicle slowed down on the highway and had to pull over and get off the freeway. Brake lights stayed o On. was able to drive the car at max n No more then 40 mph. A part had broken off in the brake pedal area. Not sure where. But had to unplug the brake switch so my battery w…
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became very firm. The contact pulled over, and the messages “Steering Loss” and “Service Advancetrac” were displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The contact refer…
One day the car was fine, next morning went to start car and was greeted by multiple failure warnings - Adaptive Cruise Control Not Available, Service AdvanceTrac, Steering Assist Fault Service Required, and Hill Start Assist Not Available. Efforts to restart without errors fail…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2014 Ford Fusion.
2014 Ford Fusion Recalls
18 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2014 Ford Fusion. 18 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2014 Ford Fusion Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2014 Ford Fusion reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 500 owner complaints, 14 crash-related complaints, and 18 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2014 Ford Fusion shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford Fusion?▾
#1: Steering Defects (131 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (115 complaints). #3: Brake System (78 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Ford Fusion?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2014 Ford Fusion?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2014 Ford Fusion, NHTSA complaints include 14 crash-related reports and 5 fire reports out of 500 total complaints. 14 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2014 Ford Fusion have any recalls?▾
Yes. 18 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2014 Ford Fusion. A major recall area is STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. 18 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2014 Ford Fusion?▾
The 2014 Ford Fusion shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Steering Defects during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
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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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.