Table 1 shows one common structure related problems of the 2018 Ford Fusion.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems |
On August 10, 2026, I was driving my 2018 Ford Fusion at approximately 40 mph under normal driving conditions when, without warning, the hood unexpectedly released and flew completely backward into the windshield. The hood had been closed prior to driving and there was no warning before the failure. The hood struck the windshield with significant force, shattering it, immediately blocking my forward visibility, and sending broken glass into the passenger compartment and onto me. Because I suddenly could not see the roadway, I lost control and the vehicle left the road. Fortunately, no other vehicles or pedestrians were involved and I did not require medical treatment. This was not a hood that simply became loose or partially opened. The hood fully opened and struck the windshield. Based on what occurred, it appears the primary hood retention/latch and the secondary safety retention mechanism both failed to prevent the hood from fully opening. The exact mechanical cause requires inspection. The impact caused extensive damage to the hood and windshield and tore/deformed metal around the windshield/a-pillar/roof area. An independent eyewitness across the street personally witnessed the incident occur in real time, and I have photographs documenting the aftermath. The vehicle has approximately 156,000 miles, was in good operating condition, and remains unrepaired and unaltered following the incident so the hood latch, secondary safety catch, striker, hinges and related components can be inspected. Ford was notified immediately and opened case cxh-08862363-v8c8x7, which Ford advised was escalated to its office of general counsel. I am reporting this because this apparent hood-retention safety failure created an extremely dangerous situation. Had this occurred at highway speed, at a higher speed, in heavy traffic, or near pedestrians, the consequences could have been catastrophic.
I was trying to move items around in my trunk. As I lifted a bag to pull it out, I felt sharp metal cut deep into my finger. I looked in side and saw that the trunk lid was just the frame with holes and no protective covering at all over the metal frame on the top of my trunk. I did not go to the hospital, but it was very deep and probably needed stitches.
Back passenger door unlatches while driving sporadically. Ford previously had a recall on the 2016 model however, they are stating that this does not fall under the recall. My 4 year old son sits in the back seat in his car seat. This is extremely dangerous. My vehicle is at the dealership now and they are filing a claim through my 3rd party warranty company and making me pay for the deductible and I suspect the loaner vehicle. I just purchased the vehicle in March 2020 and I have noticed it when since purchase.
The sunroof leaks into the inside of the car saturating the headliner and the water is coming through and dripping directly on the shifter, eco button, and the traction control button. I am afraid it's going to mess with the wiring throughout the whole car.
Car was in motion on a city street about 40 mph going straight and all of a sudden the driver side door became unlatched and partially opened. A noise on the dash sounded and stated the drivers door was ajar, and the lights on the inside of the door turned red. It seemed to be partially latched still since it would not open all the way, but I had to use the inside door handle to open the door and then close it all the way again. I had already traveled about 1 mile from my home when the door partially opened, and there were no dash or warning signs it was open when I left. Temperature outside was clear, no rain or wind and about 50-55 degrees outside. Car was prior in the garage before I left about 1130 pm.