2015 Ford Fusion Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 1%of 997 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 76,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2015 Ford Fusion, 1% of the 997 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 76,500 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver’s side door failed to close as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V177000 (Latches/Locks/Linkage) however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11541648, filed 2023-08, 80,000 miles“The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while attempting to lock the front driver’s side door, the digital code buttons on the door were flashing however, the door would not lock securely. Additionally, the rear trunk lid would erroneously open and the instrument panel and dashboard lights would flash on and off. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 127,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11472387, filed 2022-07, 127,000 miles“The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that one of the door latches was failing. When he was attempting to close the rear driver's side door, it failed to latch properly. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The manufacturer was notified and stated that there were no recalls. The contact was advised to file a complaint with NHTSA. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 57,046.”
NHTSA complaint #11254398, filed 2019-09, 57,046 miles“The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front passenger’s side door failed to remain securely closed. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the door latch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to two other local independent mechanics, where it was diagnosed, and the failure was confirmed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the door latch cable needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. …”
NHTSA complaint #11670453, filed 2025-07, 99,359 miles“The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 65-70 MPH, the messages: Failed to Connect to AC Control System”, “SRS Air Bags System Malfunctioning and Blind Spot Visual System Not Working were displayed. Additionally, the vehicle went into limp mode independently and would not accelerate over 65 MPH. The contact stated upon parking the vehicle, the doors and windows failed to unlock. The contact banged the front driver's side door several times and the door finally unlocked. The contact was also able to unlock the rear driver's side door after several attempts. …”
NHTSA complaint #11470751, filed 2022-06, 65,000 milesRelated recalls
- 20V177000Mar 23, 2020Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fiesta, 2014-2016 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles sold, or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas…Covers: Ford Fusion 2014–2016, Lincoln MKZ 2014–2016, Ford Fiesta 2014–2015
Related service bulletins
- 10190990Apr 27, 2021Under Safety Recall 20S15, in some of the affected vehicles, the door latches have a pawl spring tab that may break. This condition will typically prevent the door from latching…
- 10058055Jun 5, 2015Ford 2014-2015 fusion. Some vehicles may exhibit a condition such as headliner sag at one or more door openings.
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 | 2 | 0% |
| 2017 | 2 | 0% |
| 2016 | 35 | 2% |
| 2015 | 9 | 1% |
| 2014 | 49 | 4% |
| 2013 | 85 | 5% |
| 2012 | 24 | 1% |
| 2011 | 18 | 1% |
| 2010 | 19 | 0% |
| 2009 | 13 | 1% |
| 2008 | 14 | 1% |
| 2007 | 28 | 3% |
| 2006 | 37 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2015 Ford Fusion
272 complaintsSteering
163 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
145 complaintsOther or unknown
126 complaintsBrakes
125 complaintsElectrical system
102 complaintsFuel system
67 complaintsEngine cooling
52 complaintsAir bags
39 complaintsBody and structure
32 complaintsSeat belts
24 complaintsWheels
23 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Ford Fusion
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology