2017 Ford Fusion Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 1%of 1,115 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 42,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 2017 Ford Fusion, 1% of the 1,115 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 42,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“Driving on the highway at least at 65 MPH, the car in front of me hit his brakes and went in to a complete stop. I did not have time to stop, I hit the car, none of the air bags deployed. The driver side door could not open because the frame of the car shifted. Right after impact a gush of liquid started pouring out. It was taken to the shop to get fixed but after a couple of days the car was deemed a total loss.”
NHTSA complaint #11244711, filed 2019-08, 31,837 miles“When reentering the car after a grocery shopping trip, the rear passenger door would close but not latch. The catch for the latch moves freely but several attempts to secure the door failed. My husband tried several times to secure the door so we could leave the parking lot and drive home. Ultimately, because it is a hot, sunday afternoon, he opted to sit in the rear passenger seat and moved our teen daughter to the front seat so he could hold the door closed on our drive home. …”
NHTSA complaint #11328790, filed 2020-06, 53,000 miles“The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while placing her grandchild in the car seat in the rear of the vehicle, she became aware of mold inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side and the trunk had mold. The contact stated that water had leaked into the vehicle from the overhead light. The contact stated she was constantly sick and had ear infections. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was inspected; however, the contact was unsure of the results. …”
NHTSA complaint #11607534, filed 2024-08, 60,000 miles“Trunk keeps popping open on its own while driving. Has happened at ranging speeds between 5 and 60 mph, different hours throughout the day, Temps between 27 and 70 degrees F. The Key fob is in clear site, on its own no one holding or any chance of button being pressed. Has also happened while in park, car not running. Came outside and it's open, also no chance of key fob being pressed. Happens multiple times per day. Removed all objects from truck, nothing on inside pressing or near safety release or blocking latch. Duplicated with different drivers and passengers present.”
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Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | 3% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 3 | 1% |
| 2017 | 6 | 1% |
| 2016 | 50 | 3% |
| 2015 | 32 | 3% |
| 2014 | 74 | 6% |
| 2013 | 164 | 9% |
| 2012 | 99 | 4% |
| 2011 | 61 | 2% |
| 2010 | 87 | 2% |
| 2009 | 42 | 4% |
| 2008 | 82 | 6% |
| 2007 | 73 | 7% |
| 2006 | 74 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2017 Ford Fusion
396 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
314 complaintsEngine cooling
134 complaintsElectrical system
125 complaintsOther or unknown
106 complaintsBrakes
102 complaintsSteering
52 complaintsFuel system
37 complaintsAir bags
28 complaintsWheels
24 complaintsVehicle speed control
16 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
14 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Ford Fusion
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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