Is the 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID reliable?

The 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID has 96 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.1x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (18 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (13 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (13 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID?

No recalls have been issued for the 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID?

The 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID gets 42 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1143. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID is approximately $1,607/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.

2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID has 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.1x the segment average of 89. The most common issue is transmission problems (19% of all complaints), specifically: auto shuts down while driving,no power..must stop,shut off ignition and restart the engine...car seems to revert to normal after turning back on.has occured many times..local ford dealer is aware of problem and has installed a counter..the counter clocks up when this occurs but resets when car is st. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 12 crash reports 14 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.1x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

TRANSMISSION

18 complaints

19%

• AUTO SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING,NO POWER..MUST STOP,SHUT OFF IGNITION AND RESTART THE ENGINE...CAR SEEMS TO REVERT TO NORMAL AFTER TURNING BACK ON.HAS OCCURED MANY TIMES..LOCAL FORD DEALER IS AWARE OF PROBLEM AND HAS INSTALLED A COUNTER..THE COUNTER CLOCKS UP WHEN THIS OCCURS BUT RESETS WHEN CAR IS ST
• WHILE USING FULL ACCESSORY POWER WITH THE ENGINE OFF, THE CAR WILL ALLOW YOU TO CHANGE THE GEAR SHIFT DIAL TO DRIVE. THE CAR IS ABLE TO MOVE IN THIS POSITION, BUT THE GAS PEDAL WILL NOT WORK. THE 'READY TO DRIVE' LIGHT IS.NOT ON.
• WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE THREE BLOCK FROM MY HOUSE THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN AND WOULD NOT RE-START. I PUSHED IT INTO A PARKING LOT AND ATTEMPTED TO JUMP START IT WITH NO LUCK. I HAD IT TOWED TO AIRPORT MARINA FORD 5880 W. CENTINELA AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA. 90045. MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN AT FORD SERVICE FOR

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

“AUTO SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING,NO POWER..MUST STOP,SHUT OFF IGNITION AND RESTART THE ENGINE...CAR SEEMS TO REVERT TO NORMAL AFTER TURNING BACK ON.HAS OCCURED MANY TIMES..LOCAL FORD DEALER IS AWARE OF PROBLEM AND HAS INSTALLED A COUNTER..THE COUNTER CLOCKS UP WHEN THIS OCCURS BUT RESETS WHEN CAR IS ST”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID

Based on 56 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 42K 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+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 20K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 35K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

In line with typicalmedian 60K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

Later than typicalmedian 80K mi · 14 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

AIR BAGS

Later than typicalmedian 59K mi · 5 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.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 Ford FUSION HYBRID

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,143

Per month

$95

Per mile

9.5¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,117/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,171/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 2017 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

$1,607

Full coverage / month

$134

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-4%

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 age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1607

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 2017 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

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 96 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: AUTO SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING,NO POWER..MUST STOP,SHUT OFF IGNITION AND RESTART THE ENGINE...CAR SEEMS TO REVERT TO NORMAL AFTER TURNING BACK ON.HAS OCCURED MANY TIMES..LOCAL FORD DEALER IS AWARE OF PROBLEM AND HAS INSTALLED A COUNTER..THE COUNTER CLOCKS UP WHEN THIS OCCURS BUT RESETS WHEN CAR IS ST
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: THE VIN ASSIGNED TO THE VEHICLE MISIDENTIFIES THE MODEL AS "TITANIUM HYBRID". WITH THE 2017 FORD DESIGNED A NEW EDITION OF FUSION TO BE A "PLATINUM HYBRID" WHICH HAS A MSRP ABOVE THE "TITANIUM HYBRID" BY $6,500. I CONTACT FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER AND THEY INFORMED ME IT WAS A DEALER ISSUE TO C
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: 2017 FORD FUSION HYBRID - DRIVER'S WINDOW WILL NOT STAY CLOSED. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF THE CAR IS PARKED OR BEING DRIVEN. WHEN THE POWER WINDOW BUTTON IS PULLED TO CLOSE THE WINDOW, IT WILL START AND THEN STOP WHEN RELEASED. IF THE BUTTON IS PULLED AGAIN, THE WINDOW WILL TRAVEL ALL THE WAY UP AS I
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD FUSION HYBRID. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V167000(STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. RICHMOND FORD WE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)