Ford C-Max Energi problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 50 owner complaints and 1 recalls on file for the Ford C-Max Energi (2013–2017).

Complaints
50
Recalls
1
Model years
5
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Ford C-Max Energi model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Ford C-Max Energi model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2017 C-Max Energi81000Wheels & Tires
2016 C-Max Energi230000Electrical System
2015 C-Max Energi70000Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2014 C-Max Energi30000Body & Structure
2013 C-Max Energi90001Transmission & Drivetrain

Most common Ford C-Max Energi problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    13 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    11 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    10 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    4 complaints
  • Steering
    4 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    2 complaints
  • Engine
    2 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    2 complaints
  • Suspension
    1 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Ford C-Max Energi received by NHTSA each month.

Ford C-Max Energi recalls

  • Recall 13V475000Oct 17, 201323,000 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: Without an audible door chime, a vehicle owner may open the door and exit the vehicle without being reminded that the vehicle is still operational, leaving the vehicle susceptible to theft.

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology