2016 Ford Fusion electrical system problems
147 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2016 Ford Fusion — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“1. System / Component Failed: The rearview camera system displays a blank, distorted, or black screen while the vehicle is in reverse, completely eliminating rearward visibility. 2. Safety Risk: The loss of backup camera functionality directly impairs critical rearward visibility while reversing…”
filed Sep 15, 2026
“I am fully aware that my vehicle has a recall for the backup camera. Manufacturer recall number 25SA9, NHTSA recall number 25v695. That was back on XXX. Almost a year ago. It would be super if I could use my backup camera. I really appreciate that feature in the store parking lot, backing out of my…”
filed Sep 1, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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SSM 54601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 24, 2026Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. Pinpoint test HK in…
SSM 54366 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 12, 2025
Electrical System problems in other Fusion years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Fusion | 38 | 21% |
| 2019 Fusion | 35 | 11% |
| 2018 Fusion | 26 | 6% |
| 2017 Fusion | 125 | 11% |
| 2015 Fusion | 102 | 10% |
| 2014 Fusion | 160 | 12% |
| 2013 Fusion | 160 | 9% |
| 2012 Fusion | 164 | 7% |
| 2011 Fusion | 202 | 7% |
| 2010 Fusion | 324 | 6% |
| 2009 Fusion | 23 | 2% |
| 2008 Fusion | 28 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 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.