Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Ford Fusion Energi
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 19 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 8 complaints
- Unknown or Other 5 complaints
- Power Train 4 complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Steering 2 complaints
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 1 complaint
Of the 19 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash and 1 a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$9,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2017 Ford Fusion Energi has a limited number of complaints, with electrical issues being the most prevalent. Without recall data, this evaluation heavily relies on these reports. These complaints suggest average reliability for this model year.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 50,000–100,000 miles | $200–$1,500 | common |
| Power train | 60,000–110,000 miles | $500–$3,000 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid change
- Battery inspection
- Tire rotation and balance
- Cooling system flush
- Hybrid system checks
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Sudden loss of power
- Frequent electrical glitches
- Unusual transmission noises
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.