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RecallGazette

Vehicle problems, recalls & safety intelligence

2016 Ford Fusion vs 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2016 Ford Fusion2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid
NHTSA complaints1,62053
Recall campaigns130
Service bulletins (TSBs)15338
Investigations44
Crash reports580
Fire reports60
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)25–4141
Median reported incident mileage78,348 mi30,950 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord FusionFord Fusion Hybrid
Engine44115
Power Train3104
Steering1765
Electrical System1478
Back Over Prevention1155
Engine and Engine Cooling1080
Service Brakes844
Fuel/propulsion System832

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light2270
Overheating1800
Misfire / rough idle1210
Stalling1080
Vibration / shaking630
Loss of power607
Hesitation / surging300
Steering problems240

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.