2019 Ford Fusion

315 complaints on file, page 1 of 16.

1. Filed Sep 21, 2026Failure Sep 8, 2026Delcambre, LAElectrical system, Fuel/propulsion system, Power train

   I am the original single owner of a 2019, paid-off, gas Fusion with less than 54,000 miles, a spotless maintenance record, and no accident history. The vehicle suffered a sudden, instantaneous total loss of motive power. The loss of electric power steering assist and loss of power brake assist while driving through a live intersection with no warning lights or prior engine shuddering nearly caused a severe, life-threatening, or even fatal collision. The vehicle was removed from the intersection by physically pushing it with the assistance of other passing motorists and local police. I immediately called and requested towing services through the manufacturer. Services arrived 2 hours later. They started the car with no issue and drove it onto the tow truck. No engine lights or warning lights were present; the vehicle did not stutter or shake, and the vehicle had a 1/4 tank of gasoline. The vehicle was delivered directly to the Dealership. After it stalled and once it was removed from the intersection, no attempt was made to restart the vehicle until the towing service arrived. The dealership has had the vehicle for 2 weeks and claims they cannot diagnose the cause; there are no active diagnostic codes, and they have not been able to replicate the failure regarding this potentially fatal electrical shutdown. It is completely unacceptable and dangerously irresponsible for a dealership to hold a vehicle for 2 weeks, then suggest "picking it up, add some gas" simply because they haven't found any issues and "it should be fine." I cannot, in good conscience and out of protection of myself, my family, and other motorists, continue operating a vehicle that exhibits life-threatening intermittent failures.

   NHTSA complaint 11765755
2. Filed Sep 17, 2026Failure Aug 1, 2026Gilbert, AZEngine

   The 2019 Ford Fusion I owned was having issues with smoke coming out the tailpipe upon startup, eventually leading to the engine seizing causing me to trade the vehicle in.

   NHTSA complaint 11764875
3. Filed Sep 15, 2026Failure Dec 1, 2002Mount Vernon, NYEngine

   I have an overheating problem in the engine, after visiting the dealership and repair shops it was brought to my attention that this was a constant problem with the eco-boost turbo system associated with certain ford models, I could smell a mixture of antifreeze, oil (smelling like rotten eggs) and white fumes coming from the exhaust pipe and also the air vents. This also causes the engine to overheat and triggers the check engine light.

   NHTSA complaint 11764266
4. Filed Sep 9, 2026Failure Aug 1, 2026Bowling Green, MOEngine

   It all started with a cylinder 3 misfire warning code, spark plugs replaced, coils replaced. Then a coolant leak. No obvious signs of a leak no cracked tubing no puddles. Just coolant leaking. Was informed I have a coolant leak intrusion and need a new engine block. I still owe $14k on this vehicle and am past my warranty. This repair is going to cost $12k. Researched and found out this is a problem for these vehicles that ford had an engineering problem with these engines.

   NHTSA complaint 11763139
5. Filed Sep 1, 2026Failure Sep 1, 2026ponchatoula, LAUnknown or other

   my shifter linkage bushing broke on my 2019 fusion when i went to put car in reverse leaving me stuck in the middle of a road. This is a known issue but the recall isn’t for later year fusions even though it has the same failure and defective bushing.

   NHTSA complaint 11761329
6. Filed Sep 1, 2026Failure Sep 1, 2026ponchatoula, LAUnknown or other

   my shifter linkage bushing broke on my 2019 fusion when i went to put car in reverse leaving me stuck in the middle of a road. This is a known issue but the recall isn’t for later year fusions even though it has the same failure and defective bushing.

   NHTSA complaint 11761328
7. Filed Aug 7, 2026Failure Jul 10, 2026Farmington, MIFuel/propulsion system

   Known Coolant intrusion issue came up with the 2.0 Ecoboost. Began to lag on takeoff causing unsafe acceleration profiles. Took to dealership who confirmed poor design was the root cause.

   NHTSA complaint 11755453
8. Filed Jul 22, 2026Failure Jul 19, 2026Omaha, NEEngine

   Bought my car in 2019. Was unaware of coolant intrusion problem on my vehicle. Check engine light came on and mechanic just quoted me $13,000 to fix.

   NHTSA complaint 11751983
9. Filed Jul 15, 2026Failure Jun 5, 2026Hilton Head Island, SCEngine

   While driving we noticed the engine light came on so we took it to our local mechanic. He said we were leaking coolant and it was too extensive fro him to fix so he suggested we put coolant in every few days. We researched the problem and found that these cars had a recall for this exact issue yet our VIN does not show it. We went to Ford Dealership and they confirmed we need a new engine as they connected the IDS. This vehicle was built at the Hermosillo plant, has the same 1.5L EcoBoost engine, and has experienced the exact coolant intrusion failure that Ford recalled or extended coverage for on other vehicles. I am asking Fotrd to reconsider my case because my vehicle has the identical defect despite my VIN not being included. My kids purchased this car for my wife and I in October 2025. I also included a VIN Report based on my VIN Number and if scroll to the bottom of that report maybe page 23 you will see the Recall.

   NHTSA complaint 11750628
10. Filed Jul 14, 2026Failure Oct 31, 2021Richton Park, ILElectrical system, Engine, Power train

    My backup camera often freezes after I shift from reverse to drive. The screen turns blue and at time will have a live video of me driving showing what’s behind my car. Also my engine loses power and doesn’t accelerate as it should. There is a powertrain and censor error that shows due to the Che k engine light being on. I had the issue fixed once at a ford dealer however the issue was not resolved. It started up again 48 hours later.I have noticed that all other ford fusions have the same two issues and were included in the recalls but the 2019’s are not ? Please assist I have been trying to have these issues resolved for years with no success.

    NHTSA complaint 11750224
11. Filed Jul 9, 2026Failure Jun 28, 2026New Braunfels, TXEngine

    The vehicle experienced engine failure due to coolant intrusion into the cylinders on the engine. I've experienced engine misfires, rough running, check engine light, and I'm worried I'm going to see an eventual engine failure requiring engine replacement. The BIGGEST issue is I've had total loss of power in my engine while on a public road more than once, before the check engine light ever came on. Its terrifying. It is dangerous. And Ford is aware it is dangerous. Ford issued Customer Satisfaction Program 21N12 for certain affected vehicles due to this exact issue, but my vehicle is past the warranty so it's SOL. The failure appears to be caused by a defect in the engine design allowing coolant to enter the combustion chamber. This is clearly a widespread defect as Ford had to create their limited warranty for it. This is something that needs to be recalled for all affected vehicles experiencing coolant intrusion and engine failure because it is not safe to be on the road.

    NHTSA complaint 11749277
12. Filed Jul 3, 2026Failure Jun 10, 2025Madison, WIWarnings, Automatic emergency braking, Blind spot detection

    I have took it in to get it repaired about a year ago the sensor went off and got them fix but when I explain what else was happening they found nothing months down I has other people and couldn’t find the problem with my vehicle which is now a risk to drive the steering wheels gets stiff and hard to turn I have to wait for the system to kick back originally I was told it was a O2 sensor

    NHTSA complaint 11748165
13. Filed Jul 1, 2026Failure Jun 19, 2026Idaho Falls, IDEngine

    My 2019 Ford Fusion 2.0L EcoBoost (89,000 miles) experienced a sudden, severe engine malfunction due to a known manufacturing defect. The vehicle exhibited severe engine shuddering and a harsh cold-start misfire upon ignition. A diagnostic scan revealed trouble codes P0316 (Misfire on Startup), P0302 (Cylinder 2 Misfire), and P0304 (Cylinder 4 Misfire). A mechanic verified that these codes are the result of internal coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders, exactly as documented in Ford Technical Service Bulletin TSB 19-2346. The structural design flaw in the engine block allows engine coolant to breach the cylinder head gasket area and pool inside the combustion chambers. This presents a critical safety hazard: the vehicle is at risk of sudden engine stalling while driving on public roads, a complete loss of motive power in traffic, and potential engine hydro-lock, which can cause catastrophic mechanical failure or an engine compartment fire. Ford is refusing to address this safety defect outside of warranty, leaving a hazardous vehicle on the road.

    NHTSA complaint 11747790
14. Filed Jun 22, 2026Failure Jun 22, 2026Fort Meade, MDElectrical system

    The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that after receiving notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V440000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); that the parts were available, the local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were still not available and were on back order. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and confirmed that parts were still on back order. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

    NHTSA complaint 11745707
15. Filed Jun 20, 2026Failure Jun 1, 2026Valley Stream, NYEngine

    My 2019 Ford Fusion has been diagnosed with the prominent EcoBoost Coolant Intrusion defect requiring a newer 2020+ redesigned engine replacement. Ford is refusing to replace it or provide any discounts even though it's clearly a engineering defect. The vehicle has just 38,500 miles in 7 years of ownership. It has been regularly well maintained & not driven hard. This is inexcusable that Ford is not standing behind their product that has a plethora of well documented failures on these particular flawed design engines, namely the 2.0L EcoBoost that came in this vehicle.

    NHTSA complaint 11745376
16. Filed Jun 15, 2026Failure Jun 15, 2026Yuba City, CAPower train

    When driving all of a sudden I feel the car loose power as I accelerated the car just reeved up and slowed down to a full stop. I put it in park turned it off sat for a few minutes. Restarted the car and put it in drive the engine RPM made a reving sounds but did not engage. I had to wait for a tow truck. When the tow truck arrived he started the car and drove it on the ram and locked it in and drove the car to my home. Tow truck driver unlocked my car and drove it off the bed of his truck. The car starts and that is it. It will dive a few feet then disengage.

    NHTSA complaint 11744313
17. Filed Jun 15, 2026Failure Jan 1, 2024High Point, NCEngine, Unknown or other

    Engine block heater, car smoking recall 25SA4; Battery and Power Loss recall 23S33; 1.5 Ecoboost Coolant Intrusion program 21N12 leaking into engine

    NHTSA complaint 11744218
18. Filed Jun 11, 2026Failure Apr 2, 2026Port Orange, FLEngine

    Misfire due to cracked cylinder wall letting coolant leak into the cylinder in the 2.0L turbo

    NHTSA complaint 11743420
19. Filed Jun 10, 2026Failure Apr 24, 2026Lansdale, PAEngine and engine cooling

    See attached document for complaint.

    NHTSA complaint 11743221
20. Filed May 28, 2026Failure May 6, 2025Texas, TXElectrical system, Unknown or other

    Im constantly having to put coolant in. My car won’t let me update. I have to pay at a dealership which is too expensive . Also, the two plug in to charge your phone doesn’t work.

    NHTSA complaint 11740592