Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2019 Ford Fusion
The 2019 Ford Fusion has a moderate number of owner complaints and three recall campaigns, primarily concerning the engine, electrical system, and battery management. These issues suggest potential reliability concerns, though evidence is not exhaustive. As with any used car purchase, a careful pre-purchase inspection is recommended.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2019 Ford Fusion has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 378 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 3 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V685000 Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V442000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V440000 Loss of Power or Fire from Damaged Control Module NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 161 complaints
- Electrical System 82 complaints
- Power Train 74 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 55 complaints
- Unknown or Other 35 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 20 complaints
Of the 378 complaints on file, 5 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 378 complaints, owners report 7 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Engine block heater crack
How to check: Inspect for signs of coolant leaks around the engine area.
Rearview camera software error
How to check: Verify rearview camera functions correctly when reversing.
Battery energy control module fault
How to check: Check for warning lights or error messages related to battery.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises or misfires.
Red flag: Persistent knocking sound.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Ensure no warning lights remain on dashboard.
Red flag: Battery or engine light on.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Check for smooth gear shifting.
Red flag: Jerking or delay in shifting gears.
- 04
Parking maneuvers
What to check: Test reverse camera functionality.
Red flag: Camera does not display or is faulty.
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Assess power response and stability.
Red flag: Hesitation or loss of power.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the engine block heater been serviced?
- Have there been any electrical issues?
- Is the battery energy control module original?
- Are there any pending software updates?
- Was the rearview camera recall addressed?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Service records
- Recall repair confirmations
- Title and registration
- Vehicle history report
- Warranty information
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2019 Ford Fusion at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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