2015 Ford

Fusion Hybrid FWD

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L

Ford Fusion: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission: Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain: HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel: RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl: 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration: Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system: YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 39 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City: 43 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb: 41 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr: $1,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂: 215 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score: 9/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score: 7/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Real-world MPG: 40.9 mpg, reported by 8 driversabout 0.1 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified: Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length: 192 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width: 73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height: 57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase: 112 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight: 3,640 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol: 101 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol: 16 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating: ★★★★★
Rollover rating: ★★★★★
Stability control (ESC): Standard
Forward-collision warning: Optional
Lane-departure warning: Optional
Recalls: 12
Owner complaints: 1,045
Reported injuries: 18

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

ENGINE20%
STEERING13%
POWER TRAIN11%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9%
SERVICE BRAKES7%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 1,352 total.

Ford Fusion: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Pedestrian alert sounds
RQ22004opened Aug 8, 2022SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Front Brake Jounce Hose Failures
EA21002Openopened Sep 17, 2021AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
RQ19005opened Dec 19, 2019STRUCTURE:BODY
Door Latch Failures
PE17007opened Oct 23, 2017STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Steering Wheel Fastening Bolt Loosens

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

163 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

May 7, 2026AIR BAGS26H02
Harvest Program 26H02 Certain 2015 Model Year Mustang, Fusion, and Edge Vehicles Driver Airbag Module Replacement
May 2, 2026POWER TRAIN25E01
Certain 2014-2016 Model Year Fusion Vehicles Equipped With 1.5L Engine - Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming
Mar 25, 2026BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING25N17
Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Replacement If Required After Dealer Evaluation
Feb 24, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSSM 54601
Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool or from the label printed on the body control module (BCM). The Factory Keyless Entry Code application within the diagnostic scan tool will not provide an applica
Feb 17, 2026POWER TRAIN25B61
Certain 2013-2014 Model Year Escape and 2013-2016 Fusion Vehicles Equipped with a 6F35 Transmission Shift Cable Bushing Inspection and Protective Service Cap Installation
Nov 12, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSSM 54366
Some 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 the Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) or in Section 303-14 of the Workshop Manual (WSM) has been updated to address this concern.
Oct 10, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERSSM 53040
While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmis
Aug 8, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHER20R01 S1
Certain 2014-2015 Model Year Fiesta, 2014-2016 Model Year Fusion, MKZ and 2014-2016 Model Year Transit Connect Vehicles Not Covered in Safety Recall: 20S15 or 23S36 Door Latch Replacement and Inspection
and 155 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic: 3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain: 5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance: 5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery: 8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.