2015 FORD FUSION Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Ford Fusion. This model year has 500 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2015 Ford Fusion Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Brake System
Steering Defects
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Ford Fusion. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 173 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 86 | 8 | 2 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 67 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 65 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 62 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 53 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 42 | 4 | 2 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 13 | 3 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 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 2015 Ford Fusion. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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While driving at 30MPH, vehicle lost power without any notice/warnings. Had the vehicle towed to dealer who misdiagnosed as transmission problem (quoted $8000 to swap). Had a second opinion and indeed it was the dreaded coolant intrusion in the engine, catalytic convertor which c…
Coolant Intrusion in the Block Led to white smoke coming out of the exhaust thick enough that I couldn't see as I tried to back out of the road.
My steering gear motor attachment bolts have fractured due to severe corrosion, which is the exact defect described in Safety Recall 19S26. This physical failure was confirmed by a Ford dealership technician on 1/11/2024. The technician documented the fractured bolts and recommen…
My steering wheel came detached as I was driving. Forest is refusing to pay to have it towed to the dealership to be fixed. I do not understand why I have to pay $160 for a tow that was a defect of ford. At that point, it is no longer a free repair
The rear camera intermittently fails or displays a distorted image. I reported the issue to our local Ford dealership in April/May 2022, but at that time the necessary replacement parts were not available or in service. This was probably related to the various Covid 19 pandemic p…
Internal transmission bearing know for the TSB 19-2391. There was no threat to my safety or others. Yes the problem has been confirm with the dealer. The components has been inspected by an authorized Ford Dealer, Shaker Ford in Watertown, CT. There were nothing other than a humm…
The rear backup camera screen is black or flickers, and sometimes shows an error message like "Camera not available." Ford just issued another recall for rear cameras for this issue, but deliberately excluded Ford Fusion vehicles. They need to include ASAP as this is a known, da…
Rear view camera is not functioning. The screen goes black or a message is show to contact dealership. No sensors work nor a view of what is behind me. There are times I almost hit people or other vehicles. There are recalls for other vehicles but not my vehicle. There was no ins…
Rear backup camera goes completely blank, shows a reversed imaged, or just an error code. Not part of the large recall in 2025. It should have been
Was driving g on the freeway and car began shaking about 1mile later rhe car would not go past 10 miles an hr without making a loud noise everything was upkept with my car ontop of all recalls and now I have a car that I had to finish paying off without being able to drive…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. In addition, the contact heard an abnormally loud bang. The power steering failure warning light was illuminated. The v…
On 2/4/26, I experienced a slight skip while driving, But did not continue. The very next morning while in reverse, A winding sound started. Put car in drive pulled out onto main road, drove fine, not even half a mile. Stopped at sign, pulled out onto main road a main road, and c…
Brakes, emergency brake, brake switchs. Backup camera turns black while backing up. And yes it’s available for inspection. Car keeps braking and jerking in the other lane by itself. Emergency brake kept coming on by itself randomly. Also I almost hit someone when my back up camer…
My rear reverse camera has not been working properly. Sometimes the screen is completely black, sometimes the screen has lines in it , sometimes the camera acts like it is moving. It is very disturbing and dangerous. This is not weather related because it happens when it's sunny …
My 2015 Ford fusion 1.5 L engine has had problems since 2022. I have been adding antifreeze, changed spark plugs many times, flushed my antifreeze and the vehicle overheats and has had to be towed twice changed out thermostat, spark plugs, coil pack, two times for misfiring cool…
My 2015 Ford Fusion back over prevention camera system, is no longer working. I only get the black screen with error message "Camera is unavailable. Contact dealership". Which is creating a safety issue, while the vehicle is backing up. Reference Recall Number 25SA9 as many other…
Back up camera screen glitches and goes black when backing up. I have to pull forward and try reversing again to get the camera to work. When backing out of my driveway it’s an inconvenience but backing out of a parking space is a much bigger issue. Half way out of the space it w…
I have lost power steering in the vehicle. The dash is popping up Service Advance Trac and Hill assist unavailable. I was looking into sensors and rack and pinion when I seen a recall, 19S26, which was listed for 2013-2016 ford fusions and Lincolns, but the recall isn’t specific …
Rear camera continuously malfunctions with grainy/dark image, just completely failed with message on screen “Rear camera Not Available”. This puts myself and the people and vehicles around me at risk of collision when parking or reversing out of a parking space. This problem is c…
The problem is the rear backup camera and I know Ford has recently issued recalls for certain models due to the camera being broken. The problem is that this is a 2015 model fusion and is being excluded from that recall but is having the exact same problems stated. It includes th…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2015 Ford Fusion.
Recalls for 2015 Ford Fusion
12 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2015 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.
2015 Ford Fusion — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2015 Ford Fusion reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2015 Ford Fusion has 500 NHTSA owner complaints, 13 crash-related, and 12 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (173 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Fusion?▾
#1: Engine Problems (173 complaints). #2: Brake System (86 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (67 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Ford Fusion?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2015 Ford Fusion?▾
The 2015 Ford Fusion has 13 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 500 total NHTSA complaints. 4 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2015 Ford Fusion have any recalls?▾
Yes — 12 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2015 Ford Fusion. The largest issue: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2015 Ford Fusion?▾
The 2015 Ford Fusion has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems 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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