Question 1

Is the Ford C-MAX HYBRID reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Ford C-MAX HYBRID has 208 total NHTSA complaints across 3 model years. The most reliable years are 2016 (10 complaints). Years to avoid: 2013 (179 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Ford C-MAX HYBRID should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2013 Ford C-MAX HYBRID. The 2013 model has the most complaints (179) with the top issue being ELECTRICAL.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Ford C-MAX HYBRID?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Ford C-MAX HYBRID are 2016 (10 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2016	10	RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD ALTHOUGH FORD IS NOT C...	Excellent Reliability
2015	19	The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-Max Hybrid. The con...	Average
2013	179	WENT TO START CAR FIRST THING IN THE MORNING FOR W...	Avoid This Year

Ford C-MAX HYBRID — All Years

Ford C-MAX HYBRID — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid