Ford Fusion

20062008 · 9 configurations

Lowest
21
Average
22
Best
24

The Ford Fusion has been tested by the EPA across 9 different configurations spanning model years 2006 through 2008. Over this period, the Fusion has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 21 MPG to 24 MPG, with an overall average of 22 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2008
23
2007
23
2006
24

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Fusion) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Fusion. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Fusion grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
637
Total Deaths
427

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
15.7%
Fire Occurrence
3.5%
Speeding Involved
19.5%
DUI Involved
17.9%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

71%
Front
17%
Side
12%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2022
Fatal Crashes58
Fatalities
41
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2021
Fatal Crashes79
Fatalities
56
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2020
Fatal Crashes65
Fatalities
48
Deaths/Crash
0.74
2019
Fatal Crashes69
Fatalities
43
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2018
Fatal Crashes72
Fatalities
53
Deaths/Crash
0.74
2017
Fatal Crashes66
Fatalities
47
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2016
Fatal Crashes58
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2015
Fatal Crashes70
Fatalities
43
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2014
Fatal Crashes58
Fatalities
41
Deaths/Crash
0.71

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2008
1
2006
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory