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2016 Ford Fusion Body & Structure Problems

38 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data

38
Complaints
2
Crashes
Jan 2020Dec 2016
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (38)

criticalSTRUCTURE,WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES
CrashFiled: Oct 2025

On [XXX], Plaintiff [XXX] was in urgent need of replacing the front passenger side tire on his vehicle. He began searching online to compare automotive service providers, focusing on those offering competitive pricing and professional-grade installation. During my search, 1 came across Mr.

NHTSA #: 11695733
criticalSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Aug 2023

My vehicle is a 2016 Ford Fusion SE VIN3FA6P0H79GR130351. There is currently a recall (20V177000) on 2016 Ford Fusions, however it appears that the recall does not cover my specific vehicle per Ford. In 2021 we had an incident where the driver side door latch broke/stopped functioning causing the door to swing open and the door not securing properly.

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NHTSA #: 11535933
criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: Apr 2021

I own a 2016 ford fusion se and my trunk constantly opens by itself while driving down the road or parked I can be 20 mi away from it and I come back and the trunk is opened. So obviously it has nothing to do with me accidentally hitting the button. It has started 4/1/21 and continues to open.

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NHTSA #: 11413295
criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: Apr 2017

I ran into a bird on the road. It caused the grill and pieces to break next to the radiator to break. It is going to cost a fortune.

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NHTSA #: 10978580
criticalSTRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES
CrashFiled: Feb 2017

Driving on a damp city road, applied brakes to stop, ABS seemed to not function causing car to slide into the car ahead causing an accident. Accident did not deploy airbags.

NHTSA #: 10956216
criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: Oct 2016

Gas tank that could cause a fire. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where they were not able to diagnosed the failure. The vehicle was not repaired.

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NHTSA #: 10918451
mediumSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jan 2026

I am requesting formal escalation and review of my case due to a repeat failure of a safety recall component that has rendered my vehicle unsafe and not safely operable. My vehicle is a 2016 Ford Fusion. In 2024, a door latch safety recall repair was completed at an authorized Ford dealership.

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NHTSA #: 11711837
mediumSTRUCTURE,ENGINE
Filed: Nov 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal slushing sound coming from the dashboard and doors. Additionally, after adding coolant, the coolant level was low again two days later.

NHTSA #: 11625876
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2023

Passenger front door opened while braking at intersection while passenger in seat. Fortunately it did not hit a car next to us. Door had to be held shut by passenger for remainder of trip.

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NHTSA #: 11542853
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2023

The front driver's side door latch failed. The latch would not secure to keep the door closed. The vehicle is at a dealership and could be inspected on request.

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NHTSA #: 11537435
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2023

After parking the car, I opened the front passenger door from the outside and then attempted to close it but the door would not latch. The latch was not engaging to keep it should. I can hear the lock working when pressed with the key remote and on the door, but did not change the catching of the door.

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NHTSA #: 11530181
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jun 2023

Right passenger door came open while driving and without warning. The door will not latch to secure the door to the car frame in a closed or secure manner. The door has to be secured with a strap until it can repaired appropriately.

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NHTSA #: 11529375
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Mar 2023

Water leaks into the trunk. many owners have reported similar issue, one example:

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NHTSA #: 11511461
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Nov 2022

Trunk opens randomly. As seen on many forums it is a common problem. Ford dealer wanted a diag fee with no promises to fix.

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NHTSA #: 11494759
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2022

Driver side door latch failed. Unable to close door. Happened exactly a year ago to the passenger door (repair invoice attached).

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NHTSA #: 11481228
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2022

I am writing to let you know of my current difficulties in fixing my Ford Fusion 2016 that had an issue with the door latch. As this problem prevented the door from closing, which raised a safety concern while driving. A recent recall from Ford under the recall number 20S15 (attached) was released on March 24, 2020, to fix this issue for Fiesta, Fusion, and MKZ.

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NHTSA #: 11480232
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Apr 2022

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked while raining, the trunk would become wet. The contact stated that the spare tire wheel well would fill up with six inches of water.

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NHTSA #: 11459983
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Apr 2021

The trunk randomly opens on its own. It happens while the car is driving down any sort of road or driveway, parked and running, or off altogether. When I get out to shut the trunk sometimes it stays shut and sometimes it will repeatedly open the trunk 4 or 5 more times before I can even get back in the car.

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NHTSA #: 11407206
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Mar 2021

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH with the rear windows lowered, the rear of vehicle was shaking violently. The local dealer was not contacted.

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NHTSA #: 11404285
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Oct 2020

I entered my vehicle and closed the door. While backing out of the parking lot a warning sounded. I looked at the dash and the warning light indicated that the front driver side door was open.

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NHTSA #: 11364091
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2020

Walked out to my car to notice my driver door was not closed, even though my alarm was set and all doors were locked. Found out the driver door would not latch (recall 20s15) but this particular VIN was supposedly not affected. The service was just completed for $240 at the dealer to replace the latch.

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NHTSA #: 11339391
mediumSTRUCTURE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jun 2020

The car shut off randomly and the check engine light came on. I started the car again and it starts. When I fill up, it starts, but it hesitates to turn off again, and sometimes doesn't come back on.

NHTSA #: 11328996
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Mar 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford fusion. The contact stated while driving at 15 MPH, passenger's side rear door opened without warning. The contact tied the door to keep it latched securely.

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NHTSA #: 11317245
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jan 2020

I am fortunate to have been stationary(the vehicle) at the time of the casualty to my 2016 ford fusion. I was stopped at a store and after I placed my things in the backseat, I went to close my rear driver side door and it would not close. This happened january 14th, 2020.

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NHTSA #: 11299559
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2019

Drove to work one day in july 2019. Got to work went to close driver door and it would not close. Dove it home with a bungee cord holding the door closed.

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NHTSA #: 11251855
mediumSTRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Nov 2016

On november 25, 2016 at approximately 5:00 pm, my son opened the door with a defective child safety lock while the car was moving 65 MPH on the highway in maryland. After we quickly pulled over, we were unable to close the door as there was a metal piece blocking the closing mechanism.

NHTSA #: 10928801
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jun 2024

My drivers side door will not latch closed due to cracking from extreme heat. When I try and shut my door it doesn't latch and pops open.

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NHTSA #: 11596126
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2023

The trunk will open by itself. This happens at random time to include while driving. I am seeing lots of other people having the same issue online but now one has found a fix at this time.

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NHTSA #: 11538473
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2023

2 car door latches unresponsive and wont lock. Known issue with ford this VIN isnt covered by recall but same issue

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NHTSA #: 11534735
lowSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jul 2023

A year ago (2022), the passenger door latch failed for unknown reasons out of the blue. The door simply would not close. At the shop, the technician mentioned that it had mechanically and electrically failed and the door would not latch.

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NHTSA #: 11534416
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jun 2023

First of all I drive a 2016 Ford Fusion. Two years ago as I was leaving work my back driver's side door swung open and I thought I forgot to shut it. As I went to attempt to shut it it wouldnt close.

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NHTSA #: 11529634
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2021

The trunk lid randomly pops open on it's own requiring you to stop, get out and close it. It has happened repeatedly both when driving and when the car is parked. It does not seem to happen if all of the doors are locked.

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NHTSA #: 11432968
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2020

The trunk randomly opens on it's own while parked.

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NHTSA #: 11360695
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2020

Trunk opens while driving. After closing he trunk it pops open again, the trunk latch can be heard clicking. It stops after about 10 seconds.

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NHTSA #: 11340193
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jun 2020

The vehicle was stationary but while getting in the vehicle it was noticed that the front passenger door would not close. Dash was reading that door was open, several attempts were made to close the door but no luck. Had to tie it from the inside to keep it from opening while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11327856
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: May 2020

Was stopped and parked in a parking lot . When I exited the driver side and closed the door. When I did that the door bounced back.

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NHTSA #: 11325867
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2019

Door latch does not work. Rear passenger side. Door opens during car operation.

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NHTSA #: 11229581
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Dec 2016

Was following a ford fusion in stop and go traffic last night on a rainy freeway. The LED brake lights are so bright that with them on I lost my depth perception to the rear of the car. They are so bright they are almost blinding.

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NHTSA #: 10937739

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