Model year guide

2017 Ford Fusion

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Ford Fusion is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 152 on record.

2017 Ford Fusion — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Ford Fusion at a glance

Safety recalls4
Combined29 mpg
Typical price$15,858

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2017 Ford Fusion recalls 4

Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar NHTSA Campaign #18V167000 · 12/03/2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.

Seats:mid/rear Assembly NHTSA Campaign #16V874000 · 05/12/2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured September 27, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The left rear seat backs pivot pins may have been improperly welded.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left hand, second row seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S43.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter NHTSA Campaign #17V427000 · 06/07/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

Fix: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #23V162000 · 10/03/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 Ford Fusion MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City27 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,264

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Ford Fusion worth?

Low
$11,888
Typical price
$15,858
High
$19,999

From 98 comparable 2017 Ford Fusion listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Ford Fusion costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,320
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,950
Total$16,270
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($15,858) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,922), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Ford Fusion trims & engines on record

Trims
SE · SE Hybrid · Titanium · S · Sport · SE PHEV · Titanium HEV
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl 181 hp · 2.5L 4-cyl 175 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 240 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 188 hp · 2.7L 6-cyl 325 hp

2017 Ford Fusion vehicles on record

Other Ford Fusion model years

2017 Ford Fusion — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Ford Fusion have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Ford Fusion. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Ford Fusion get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Ford Fusion at about 29 mpg combined (27 city / 33 highway).

How much is a 2017 Ford Fusion worth?

Comparable 2017 Ford Fusion listings run roughly $11,888–$19,999, typically around $15,858 (from 98 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.