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2018 Ford Fusion

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

2

2 current

Combined

9.5L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,393

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2023132 · manufacturer campaign 23S12

14 March 2023

Transport Canada lists: Fusion 2013–2018 · MKZ 2013–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front brake hoses could fail and cause a progressive brake fluid leak. If this happens, the driver may experience a change in brake pedal feel and travel. This can cause reduced braking. Note: A brake fluid leak would cause the brake warning light to turn on. This recall doesn't affect models with a Hybrid engine. Vehicles repaired under Ford warranty extension program 22N02 already have updated brake hoses, and don't require this repair.

Why it matters

Reduced braking can cause an extended stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the front brake hoses.

63,269 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2018130 · manufacturer campaign 18S08

14 March 2018

Transport Canada lists: Fusion 2014–2018 · MKZ 2014–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the steering wheel bolt torque retention feature may not fully engage into the steering shaft. If the bolt loosens, the steering wheel may appear to be loose, which could affect vehicle control. If a loose bolt is left unrepaired, the steering wheel may detach from the steering column, which could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt.

59,266 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 40% of 172 2018 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
223 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2018 Ford Fusion have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 2 recalls on record for the 2018 Ford Fusion. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2018 Ford Fusion get?
NRCan rates the 2018 Ford Fusion at 9.5 L/100 km combined, emitting 223 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 7 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2018 Ford Fusion for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,393 in fuel, producing roughly 3,566 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.