2012 Ford Fusion
Common problems & what to know before you buy
Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2012 Ford Fusion.
Recalls on the 2012 Ford Fusion
Air bags: inflator module
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Air bags: inflator module
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Steering: electric power assist system
5L GTDI engine and 2013 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with any available engine.
3 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.
Source: NHTSA
What 2617 owners reported
Source: NHTSA
2012 Ford Fusion at a glance
- Trims
- HybridSSESELSport
- Engine
- 2.5L 4-Cylinder Hybrid, 2.5L 4-Cylinder, 3.0L 6-Cylinder, 3.5L 6-Cylinder
- Transmission
- CVT, Manual 6-spd, Automatic 6-spd
- Drivetrain
- FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Gasoline
- Body style
- Sedan
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common problems with the 2012 Ford Fusion?
Owners have filed 2617 complaints about the 2012 Ford Fusion with NHTSA, most often about the steering. There are 6 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.
Is the 2012 Ford Fusion reliable?
Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 6 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.
Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2012 Ford Fusion?
Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2012 Ford Fusion listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.
Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.