Is the 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID reliable?

The 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID has 89 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: STEERING problems.

What are common problems with the 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID?

Top problems: STEERING (14 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (12 complaints, avg repair $500); BRAKES (11 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID?

Yes, there are 1 recall(s): EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Contact any Ford dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID?

The 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID gets 41 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1171. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID is approximately $1,478/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID has 89 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 89. The most common issue is steering problems (16% of all complaints), specifically: pulling into a parking lot warning light came on that said steering fault - service now. i went into my appointment came out started that car to go to the ford dealer which was approximately 15 miles away and when i started to back out of my parking space - warning light saying "steering failure-pul. There is 1 recall issued for this model year.

4 crash reports

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

STEERING

14 complaints

16%

• PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT WARNING LIGHT CAME ON THAT SAID STEERING FAULT - SERVICE NOW. I WENT INTO MY APPOINTMENT CAME OUT STARTED THAT CAR TO GO TO THE FORD DEALER WHICH WAS APPROXIMATELY 15 MILES AWAY AND WHEN I STARTED TO BACK OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE - WARNING LIGHT SAYING "STEERING FAILURE-PUL
• ON AT LEAST 3 OCCASIONS WHEN TURNING LEFT USUALLY A HARD LEFT TURN AND USUALLY WHEN I PARK THE POWER STEERING GOES OUT AND THE DASH LIGHTS UP. IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES AND THEY CANNOT FIND A PROBLEM BUT IF THE STEERING GOES OUT ON A TURN AT A HIGHER SPEED IT COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. THE DE
• VEHICLE BREAKS STOPPED WORKING AND WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR. ALSO LOSS OF STEERING. SINCE BOTH THE BRAKES AND STEERING ARE ELECTRONIC I BELIEVE THERE WAS A ELECTRONIC FAILER IN THE CAR.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT WARNING LIGHT CAME ON THAT SAID STEERING FAULT - SERVICE NOW. I WENT INTO MY APPOINTMENT CAME OUT STARTED THAT CAR TO GO TO THE FORD DEALER WHICH WAS APPROXIMATELY 15 MILES AWAY AND WHEN I STARTED TO BACK OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE - WARNING LIGHT SAYING "STEERING FAILURE-PUL”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID

Based on 71 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 36K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

In line with typicalmedian 23K mi · 10 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 15K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 29K mi · 7 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

Later than typicalmedian 50K mi · 11 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

High-mileage issuemedian 101K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (1)

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL10/09/2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 120V Convenience charge cords that were supplied with and sold for use with 2013-2015 Ford C-Max Energi and Fusion Energi vehicles and 2012-2015 Ford Focus Electric vehicles. Cords with part numbers FM58-10B706-AA, FM58-10B706-AB, FM58-10B706-AC, FM58-10B706-AD, FM58-10B706-AE and FM58-10B706-AF were manufactured without thermistors, and during vehicle charging, increased resistance in the house's outlet or wiring can cause the cord to overheat and melt.

Risk: An overheated cord can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current cord with a new 120V convenience cord with a thermistor, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S24.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,171

Per month

$98

Per mile

9.8¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,117/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,231/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Ford FUSION HYBRID

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,478

Full coverage / month

$123

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-12%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1478

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford FUSION HYBRID Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

20K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Ford. If you're buying a used 2014 FUSION HYBRID, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ford dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 89 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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STEERING: PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT WARNING LIGHT CAME ON THAT SAID STEERING FAULT - SERVICE NOW. I WENT INTO MY APPOINTMENT CAME OUT STARTED THAT CAR TO GO TO THE FORD DEALER WHICH WAS APPROXIMATELY 15 MILES AWAY AND WHEN I STARTED TO BACK OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE - WARNING LIGHT SAYING "STEERING FAILURE-PUL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: WHILE ON AN EXIT RAMP, MY RIGHT KNEE LIGHTLY TOUCHED THE KEY FOB AND ROLLED THE IGNITION INTO THE ACC POSITION. I HAVE CONTACTED MY DEALER AND FORD AND THEY HAVE OPENED A CASE. I HAVE A VIDEO OF ME REPLICATING THE INCIDENT TWICE IN 35 SECONDS. THE VIDEO HAS BEEN SENT TO MY FORD DEALER AND TO FORD
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: VEHICLE STALLED WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH. LOSS OF ALL POWER BOTH MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL, NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS APPEARED ON DASH. TRACTION SYSTEM DISENGAGED THEN REENGAGED, WHICH DISABLED AND REENABLED THE BRAKES CAUSING THE CAR TO SLIDE ACROSS THE RODE. UPON RESTART ALL WARNING LIGHT DISAPPE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: VEHICLE STALLED WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH. LOSS OF ALL POWER BOTH MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL, NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS APPEARED ON DASH. TRACTION SYSTEM DISENGAGED THEN REENGAGED, WHICH DISABLED AND REENABLED THE BRAKES CAUSING THE CAR TO SLIDE ACROSS THE RODE. UPON RESTART ALL WARNING LIGHT DISAPPE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)