2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Reliability
The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid has 797 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about steering and air bags. Compared with nearby Fusion Hybrid model years (2010–2012), it rates as one of the better years: complaints run below the Fusion Hybrid's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
797
NHTSA owner complaints
0
Recall campaigns
31
Complaints citing a crash
4
Complaints citing a fire
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 model year, filed between 2010 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 151 | 19% |
| Air bags | 147 | 18% |
| Service brakes | 109 | 14% |
| Speed control / throttle | 95 | 12% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 93 | 12% |
| Engine | 88 | 11% |
| Electrical system | 73 | 9% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 55 | 7% |
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid recalls
No recall campaigns are listed for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid in NHTSA's recall database.
How the 2010 compares with nearby Fusion Hybrid years
Verdicts compare these Fusion Hybrid model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 (this page) | 797 | 0 | Steering | Better year |
| 2011 | 2,869 | 0 | Steering | Solid |
| 2012 | 2,558 | 0 | Steering | Solid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid
- Steering: check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering and clunks over bumps; power-steering faults show up at low speed.
- Air bags: make sure the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that any air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
- Brakes: check pedal feel, pulling and grinding, and look at rotor and pad wear; ask when the brake fluid was last changed.
- Throttle and speed control: check for surging, hesitation or a reduced-power warning, and test cruise control.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid reliability FAQ
Is the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid reliable?
The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid has 797 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about steering and air bags. Compared with nearby Fusion Hybrid model years (2010–2012), it rates as one of the better years: complaints run below the Fusion Hybrid's typical year.
What are the most common 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid are steering (151), air bags (147), service brakes (109), speed control / throttle (95). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid have recalls?
No recall campaigns are listed for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid in NHTSA's recall database.
How does the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid compare with the 2009 and 2011 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2011 has 2,869 complaints and 0 recalls (solid). The 2010 has 797 complaints and 0 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2010 Fusion Hybrid, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.