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Ford Fusion 2-US

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Ford Fusion 2-US is available with one engine variant at 199 hp.

2.0L EcoBoost · Petrol· 203 PS
2013 2020

203 kW 2.0L EcoBoost in the Mondeo BA7. Powerful unit, shares all typical 2.0 EcoBoost weaknesses. In the Mondeo context often high-mileage with frequent motorway use.

  • !! Low-Pressure Fuel Pump (LPFP) Failure from 120,000 km

    The in-tank low-pressure fuel pump is a known weak point on all 2.0 EcoBoost engines. A clogged fuel filter increases pump load until failure.

    Symptoms: Hesitation and power loss under load, difficult starting, code P0087, sudden engine stall.
    400–1,200 $
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  • !! Hairline Cracks in Engine Block (Coolant Loss) from 120,000 km

    Older 2.0 EcoBoost engines show hairline cracks in the open-deck block at high mileages with coolant intrusion. Issue existed until approximately 2019; revised block is more robust.

    Symptoms: Coolant loss with no visible leak, rough cold start, oil-coolant mix.
    3,000–9,000 $
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  • !! Hairline Crack in Engine Block — Coolant Entering Combustion Chamber from 60,000 km

    Known manufacturing defect up to mid-2019: hairline cracks in the cylinder block between cylinders allow coolant to enter the combustion chamber. Ford revised the block from mid-2019 onwards.

    Symptoms: Coolant loss with no external leak; rough cold start; white smoke from exhaust; milky coolant.
    3,000–8,000 $
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+ 3 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●MyFord Touch / SYNC 2 Freezing and Reboots (2013-2016)

SYNC 2/MyFord Touch: frequent freezing and reboots. 2013-2016 worst affected.

Symptoms: Screen frozen, spontaneous reboot
from 20,000 km
 Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below average
7,956 complaints · 2013–2020
  1. 01 Engine
    2,069 ⚠ 9
  2. 02 Powertrain
    1,558 ⚠ 40
  3. 03 Steering
    1,185 ⚠ 41
  4. 04 Electrical
    887 ⚠ 18
  5. 05 Other
    886 ⚠ 30

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Engine (2069 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (1558 complaints)
⚠ Steering (1185 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 13 weaknesses have been documented for the Ford Fusion 2-US (2013–2020) — 6 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. One problem engine: TNBA (2.0L EcoBoost). Typical issues affect Electronics, Steering, Rust, Gearbox.

Fusion (TNBA, 2013–2020) — Stay Away!: Low-Pressure Fuel Pump (LPFP) Failure, Hairline Cracks in Engine Block (Coolant Loss), Hairline Crack in Engine Block — Coolant Entering Combustion Chamber. Power: 203 PS.

What to watch out for with the Ford Fusion? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Ford Fusion 2-US have? +
The Ford Fusion 2-US has 6 known engine weaknesses and 7 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Ford Fusion 2-US? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
None of the available engines are rated 'Good Choice'. Stay away! The most fun to drive is the TNBA (2.0L EcoBoost). Problem engine: TNBA (2.0L EcoBoost) — stay away!
Which Ford Fusion 2-US engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Ford Fusion 2-US — rated: "Decent". {description} Same platform as Mondeo V. Solid midsize, MyFord Touch freezes, discontinued without replacement in 2020.
Is the Ford Fusion 2-US worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Ford Fusion 2-US — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'. The engine choice is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Ford Fusion 2-US? +
The Ford Fusion 2-US is available with engine variants from 199 to 203 hp. Petrol: TNBA (2.0L EcoBoost).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee