2019 Ford Fusion electrical system problems

Related recalls

• Recall 23V440000Jun 23, 202314,452 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Fusion PHEV vehicles. The battery energy control module (BECM) may become damaged due to excessive voltage and current flow.

  Risk: A damaged BECM can result in a loss of drive power or fire, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the battery and update the BECM software for free, or Ford will repurchase the vehicle. If your vehicle is currently operating normally, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the fuse block and a software update as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). As an alternative remedy, Ford is offering a vehicle refund. Please see Ford's owner notification letter or contact Ford for full details. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S33.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 21, 2026LAElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   I am the original single owner of a 2019, paid-off, gas Fusion with less than 54,000 miles, a spotless maintenance record, and no accident history. The vehicle suffered a sudden, instantaneous total loss of motive power. The loss of electric power steering assist and loss of power brake assist while driving through a live intersection with no warning lights or prior engine shuddering nearly caused a severe, life-threatening, or even fatal collision. The vehicle was removed…

   NHTSA complaint #11765755 · source
2. Filed Jul 14, 2026ILElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   My backup camera often freezes after I shift from reverse to drive. The screen turns blue and at time will have a live video of me driving showing what’s behind my car. Also my engine loses power and doesn’t accelerate as it should. There is a powertrain and censor error that shows due to the Che k engine light being on. I had the issue fixed once at a ford dealer however the issue was not resolved. It started up again 48 hours later.I have noticed that all other ford…

   NHTSA complaint #11750224 · source
3. Filed Jun 22, 2026MDElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that after receiving notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V440000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); that the parts were available, the local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were still not available and were on back order. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and confirmed that parts were still on back order. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…

   NHTSA complaint #11745707 · source
4. Filed May 28, 2026TXElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   Im constantly having to put coolant in. My car won’t let me update. I have to pay at a dealership which is too expensive . Also, the two plug in to charge your phone doesn’t work.

   NHTSA complaint #11740592 · source
5. Filed May 1, 2026VADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   Very frequently, the rear view camera will stop working, glitch and go black. Then give the message, camera is unavailable

   NHTSA complaint #11735190 · source
6. Filed Mar 23, 2026CAElectrical System

   I have a 2019 Ford Fusion hybrid titanium, and it is exhibiting issues of a recall that Ford has issued for my year making model. But not specifically for my Vin. The recall is for the A.P.I.M. module and is a software glitch that although leave the infotainment system with a black or blank screen or right after using the backup camera, the backup camera will stay on the screen for some time and it states on the recall that it is a safety concern due to being a distraction…

   NHTSA complaint #11726257 · source
7. Filed Mar 3, 2026FLElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V440000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the interim repair was performed because the final remedy was not yet available. However, upon following up with the dealer, the dealer informed the contact that the recall was marked as completed. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle recall history confirmed that the…

   NHTSA complaint #11721636 · source
8. Filed Nov 4, 2025MOElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   Backup camera keeps going blank with a blue screen also back up camera stays on for a few seconds while driving then the screen turns blue having to do a soft factory reset to the system. Transmission shifts prematurely or kicks down weird. Shifting from park to drive makes a klunk and clicking sound not smooth or quiet at all.

   NHTSA complaint #11697324 · source
9. Filed Oct 8, 2025PAElectrical System

   Drove home from work 10/7/25 no issues. Parked the car no issues. Son went to leave and the car just stopped functioning. OEM issues I believe is what my son stated with the computer system. Brake is down and won’t release. Won’t start, sounds like it is even when we aren’t touching anything. Asking for goodwill / Good faith extension on the recall for this vehicle

   NHTSA complaint #11692006 · source
10. Filed Oct 7, 2025CAElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V440000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available, and the recall was put on hold. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was…

    NHTSA complaint #11691855 · source
11. Filed Sep 4, 2025PAElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise ControlSteering

    I have a 2019 ford fusion turbo engine and everytime I accelerate the turbo is wicking into the pcm the control module which is causing hazards sucking as at random times whenever I turn left the steering wheel with get stuck and the brakes will lock for a couple seconds and then go back to normal. I had Meineke do a diagnostic on the car and they showed oil in the pcm aswell as the loss of connection between the pcm and its sensors. They drove the car and while driving the…

    NHTSA complaint #11684917 · source
12. Filed Sep 3, 2025TXElectrical SystemEngine

    Going approximately 55 Miles an hour on the freeway and my car starts profusely shaking. I pulled to the side of the highway tow truck comes up behind me. Ann, my cylinder 4 was noted to be misfiring. I had it towed to Midas and that is where it was determined that engine coolant leaked into my cylinders and now being told that my car requires a new engine!! Mind you i have already paid 5K to replace the timing chain because apparently my car skipped timing due to oil pan…

    NHTSA complaint #11684875 · source

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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology