2019 FORD FUSION Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Ford Fusion. This model year has 352 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2019 Ford Fusion Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Ford Fusion. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 201 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 77 | — | 2 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 70 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 30 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tether | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lower Anchor (On Car Seat Or Vehicle) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 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 2019 Ford Fusion. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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This vehicle is another of many that is suffering from coolant intrusion due to Fords faulty design. This 2.0 has 68 thousand miles and needs a new engine. This has been a known problem for this engine between 2013 and 2019. We were sold a new car that would be reliable for years…
Coolant intrusion into cylinder #2 in my 2.0L Ecoboost engine. This gives a rough engine start and a misfire code for cylinder #2 on cold starts. After warmup, the engine code is not active and misfire goes away when the coolant is burnt and sent through the exhaust. This also ca…
Coolant intrusion of engine
See attached document for complaint.
Rear back up camera turns on when in drive or in park and when in reverse I’ll get a blue screen that will stay on till I turn the car off
The car will not shift. The bushing or shift cable is broken.
Coolant intrusion, motor destroyed by coolant due to faulty ford design
I have a 2019 Ford Fusion hybrid titanium, and it is exhibiting issues of a recall that Ford has issued for my year making model. But not specifically for my Vin. The recall is for the A.P.I.M. module and is a software glitch that although leave the infotainment system with a bla…
This 2019 Ford Fusion (2.0L EcoBoost, 6F35 transmission) has had THREE identical flexplate/flywheel failures (GSAR code 6375), each diagnosed by a different Ford-authorized dealer. FAILURE 1 (Nov 2021, 51k mi): Lost power at highway speed on interstate. Coasted to stop, would not…
Dealer diagnosed coolant intrusion into cylinder 2, confirmed through a pressure test and borescope inspection. The dealer referenced TSB 19-2346.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V440000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the interim repair was performed because the final remedy was not yet available. However, upon following …
Coolant leaking into cylinders on my 2019 Ford Fusion 1.5L EcoBoost—white smoke, rough idle, and wont start now. Ford's 21N12 program expired before I could get it fixed. Tons of owners report the same; it's a safety hazard.
2019 Ford Fusion equipped with the 1.5L EcoBoost engine has experienced overheating and misfire issues, linked coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders, which can lead to engine overheating and potential fire hazards. This is a KNOWN issue by Ford but they have not issued a re…
Coolant intrusion in engine per a diagnostic visit my local ford dealership on 1-30-26 , on my 2019 ford fusion apparently a known issue problem on the ford fusion
Engine catastrophicly over Revs when charging and plugged in phev plug.
Hello, The car has 55000 miles right now, It has shifting problem from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd gear. I dropped it at the Ford Dealership (Koons Ford Woodbridge, Woodbridge, VA 22193). The Dealership informed me that the vehicle is not covered Under and warranty or Customer Sat…
My daughters’s 2019 ford fusion/4dr sdn/sel/fwd began to run hot and my son checked and notice low on coolant. He filled back up and vehicle ran with no problems. A day or so later noticed again and my husband checked again and realized again and low again and checked all and no…
Vehicle has a known Ford 2.0L EcoBoost coolant intrusion / head gasket defect per multiple complaints on different forums on recently googled searches. At approximately 126,000 miles, vehicle began losing coolant with no visible external leaks, producing white smoke on startup,…
Engine diagnosed with coolant intrusion problem into the engine cylinders. Car failed at 138k needing 12k repair from Ford dealership which is more than the value of the car. Transmission shifter bushing went out also in this car even though Ford did a recall for previous years …
Backup camera keeps going blank with a blue screen also back up camera stays on for a few seconds while driving then the screen turns blue having to do a soft factory reset to the system. Transmission shifts prematurely or kicks down weird. Shifting from park to drive makes a kl…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Ford Fusion.
Recalls for 2019 Ford Fusion
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 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.
2019 Ford Fusion — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Ford Fusion reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2019 Ford Fusion has 352 NHTSA owner complaints, 5 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (201 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Fusion?▾
#1: Engine Problems (201 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (77 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (70 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Ford Fusion?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Ford Fusion?▾
The 2019 Ford Fusion has 5 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 352 total NHTSA complaints. 7 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Ford Fusion have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Ford Fusion. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM). Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 Ford Fusion?▾
The 2019 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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