Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2015 Ford Fusion owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 65-70 MPH, the messages: "Failed to Connect to AC Control System", "SRS Air Bags System Malfunctioning" and "Blind Spot Visual System Not Working" were displayed. Additionally, the vehicle went into limp mode independently and would not accelerate over 65 MPH. The contact stated upon parking the vehicle, the doors and windows failed to unlock. The contact banged the front driver's side door several times and the door finally unlocked. The contact was also able to unlock the rear driver's side door after several attempts. However, the front and rear passenger side doors remained locked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but the dealer declined to assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 25 MPH, the brake line cracked and burst. The contact stated that the vehicle jumped the curb, and the parking brake was activated. The vehicle was jerking and failed to move. Additionally, the lug nuts were swollen. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was water inside cylinder #4. The contact was informed that the engine had pushed oil into the wiring harness and flooded the computer. The flexible brake lines were replaced. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the taillights failed to turn off as designed. The contact had to disconnect the battery for the taillights to be turned off. Additionally, the Hill Assist warning light was illuminated after reconnecting the battery. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact was informed that there was no recall coverage on the vehicle and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 114,352.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving the 10 MPH, the contact attempted to make a left turn, but the vehicle failed to respond. The ADAS system and the Service Advancetrac warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the racking and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 94,000.
The power steer system went out on my car with no warning , the catalytic converter is going out . This car have caused me more problems than a little. The dealership are full so you can't get any recall done. This is a bad car and should be off the lots. I can't get reimbursed for no work I put into this car because I didn't take it to the dealership. This is unfair to me I work very hard for my money. This is about the third complaint I have sent and no one has responded. I WILL NEVER RECOMMEND FORDS.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while attempting to lock the front driver's side door, the digital code buttons on the door were flashing however, the door would not lock securely. Additionally, the rear trunk lid would erroneously open and the instrument panel and dashboard lights would flash on and off. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 127,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the PUSH to START button was pressed; however, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed and the contact was informed that the PUSH to START button needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty and offered no additional assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a turn, the horn inadvertently activated. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with NHTSA. The failure mileage was 92,620.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that cylinder #4 was misfiring and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the instrument panel intermittently became inoperable. The battery and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was 161,000.
Electrical complaints in other Fusion years
Frequently asked questions
How common are electrical problems on the 2015 Ford Fusion?
NHTSA has 102 complaints about the electrical system of the 2015 Ford Fusion, 10% of the model year's 997 complaints. The component named most often is wiring › interior/under dash (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2015 Ford Fusion electrical problems?
No. NHTSA lists no electrical system recall for the 2015 Ford Fusion, though it has 13 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2015 Ford Fusion electrical problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 61,000 miles, and 25% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury to electrical system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.