2012 Ford Fusion latches/locks/linkages problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the latches/locks/linkages on the 2012 Ford Fusion — 1% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making a left turn, the driver's side door unexpectedly opened. The contact stated that the door ajar warning light was illuminated. The failure became a recurring failure. The contact had taken the…”
filed Apr 8, 2026
“The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while her passenger was attempting to open the front passenger’s side door, the door would not open. The passenger rolled the window down and open the door using the exterior door handle. The contact also noticed that while attempting to lock…”
filed Dec 1, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Latches/locks/linkages problems in other Fusion years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Fusion | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 Fusion | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 Fusion | 2 | 0% |
| 2017 Fusion | 2 | 0% |
| 2016 Fusion | 35 | 2% |
| 2015 Fusion | 9 | 1% |
| 2014 Fusion | 49 | 4% |
| 2013 Fusion | 85 | 5% |
| 2011 Fusion | 18 | 1% |
| 2010 Fusion | 19 | 0% |
| 2009 Fusion | 13 | 1% |
| 2008 Fusion | 14 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 Ford Fusion
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.