2018 Ford Fusion technical service bulletins
160 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2018 Ford Fusion.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Special Field Action 26L03 Certain 2013-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles...
- Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Various vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or a 3.0L gas engine may require a crankshaft bolt replacement...
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code
- For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an...
- During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper,...
- In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or...
- The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be...
- Oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal
- Some 2014-2020 Fusion and 2017-2019 Escape vehicles may be equipped with a 1.5L Ecoboost engine that uses...
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Thumping/rubbing or grinding noise coming from the transmission
- Rattle noise from the transmission bellhousing area
- Certain 2015-2018 Model Year Edge and Lincoln MKX Vehicles and 2013-2018 Model Year Fusion and Lincoln MKZ...
- Certain 2015-2018 Model Year Edge and Lincoln MKX Vehicles and 2013-2018 Model Year Fusion and Lincoln MKZ...
- Low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or runs rough condition with or without an illuminated...
- Some 2013-2017 C-MAX Energi, 2013-2018 Focus battery electric vehicle (BEV), 2013-2020 Fusion plug-in...
- Some 2017-2022 Ford/Lincoln customers may experience a notification in the...
- Some 2013-2017 C-MAX Energi, 2013-2018 Focus battery electric vehicle (BEV), 2013-2020 Fusion plug-in...
- Condition of missing authorization, command and control, battery charging details or phone-as-a-key setup...
- Low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or a runs rough condition with or without an illuminated...
- Certain 2017-2019 Model Year Fusion and Escape Vehicles Equipped with a 1.5L GTDI Engine
- Certain 2017-2019 Model Year Fusion and Escape Vehicles Equipped with a 1.5L GTDI Engine â Short Block...
- Certain 2017-2019 Model Year Fusion and Escape Vehicles Equipped with a 1.5L GTDI Engine
- 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate...
- Been the result of a differential or transfer shaft bearing failure and the transmission can be...
- Some 2014-2017 C-MAX Energi, 2014-2020 Fusion plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), 2015-2017 MKZ/MKZ...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2236 to update the models and year affected
- Some 2017-2018 Focus/MKX/C-MAX, 2017-2019 MKC/Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ/Continental, 2017-2022...
- Some 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ and 2017-2019 Escape/MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine may...
- Condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update
- Inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no...
- Various 2014-2020 vehicles equipped with a 3G modem may experience a lack of 3G modem performance
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Rattle noise from the transmission bellhousing area
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle customers may receive a message in their FordPass or Lincoln Way...
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Fusion/MKZ, 2013-2021 Escape, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2021...
- Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F-150/Focus/C-MAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/Transit Connect/Mustang,...
- Condition of missing Authorization, Command and Control, Battery Charging Details or Phone-as-a-Key setup...
- Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may not be able to perform remote commands via the...
- Rolling idle after an engine repair that required the crankshaft pulley removal, or a drive belt component...
- Vehicle Hotspot feature not enabled on this vehicle when attempting to enter the Hotspot menu
- Some 2015-2021 F-150, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2021 Nautilus, 2015-2021 Edge, 2017-2019 Fusion, 2017-2020 MKZ...
- Oil leak from the turbocharger oil supply or return tubes, O-rings or 6.7L pedestal gasket
- Some 2015-2020 F-150, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2020 Nautilus, 2015-2020 Edge, 2017-2019 Fusion, 2017-2020 MKZ...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app , incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F150/Focus/CMAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/ Transit Connect/Mustang,...
- This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or Engine Coolant Over Temperature warning with...
- Volume control unresponsive from the Front Control Interface Module (FCIM) and steering volume controls...
- Inoperative remote start with a 'Vehicle Failed To Start' message when using MyFord Mobile/Ford...
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus,2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2020...
- Coolant intrusion into the cylinder bores
- Some customers may experience a notification in the FordPass and/or LincolnWay apps that indicates their...
- Ssm 48619
- Attachments: A new Service Advisor to Customer interaction video is now available
- Ssm 48558 - 2017-2020
- Coolant intrusion into the cylinder bores
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Customer Satisfaction Program 19B37 Certain 2017-2019 Model Year Fusion and Escape Vehicles Equipped with...
- This article supersedes TSB 19-2139 to update the production fix date
- Low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or runs rough condition with or without an illuminated...
- Map displayed on the left half of the SYNC screen with no other information/soft buttons present after...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or...
- Some 2014-2019 Fusion and 2017-2019 Escape with 1.5L engine may exhibit coolant usage and white smoke from...
- Poor A/C performance/improper climate function
- Oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal.To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure.
- Distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface
- For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not...
- No crank concern due to a security access key table error
- Some 2014-2019 Fusion and 2017-2019 Escape vehicles with 1.5L Ecoboost engine exhibiting coolant...
- Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone...
- Inoperative adaptive cruise control, collision warning, and/or collision avoidance system with a...
- Low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or a runs rough condition with or without an illuminated...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P013A stored in the...
- On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be...
- Poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the...
- Ssm 47948 - 2010-2019
- Ssm 47922
- Some 2014-2019 Fusion and 2017-2019 Escape equipped with 1.5L Ecoboost engine may exhibit coolant...
- No crank concern due to a security access key table error
- Buzzing noise from the front seats, front seats too warm, and/or inoperative climate controlled front seats
- Corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust
- Multiple drivability or electrical concerns with one or more diagnostic trouble codes, being the most...
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or wrench lamp with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0116, P0117,...
- Some all-wheel drive (AWD) 2013-2018 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L/1.6L/2.0L EcoBoost/Fusion vehicles...
- Some 2012-2019 Vehicles may require repairs to the Smartlink system
- Some 2018-2019 Ford Fusion vehicles, the engine beauty cover was deleted as a running change
- Pop-up message every key cycle that states 'SYNC can check for updates when connected to a WiFi network'....
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2019 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 Edge/F150/MKC/Mustang,...
- For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related...
- 2013 2018 C-Max, Fusion, and MKZ Hybrid vehicles using SOBDM-C module connectors do not require...
- When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford...
- 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a LKS system with customer complaints of steering wheel vibration,...
- Coolant consumption and white smoke concern
- Illuminated MIL with DTC P013A in the Powertrain Control Module(PCM). This may be due to an exhaust system...
- Some 2013-2018 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L/1.6L/2.0L EcoBoost, 2013-2018 Fusion vehicles equipped...
- Some 2017-2018 Fusion/Fusion HEV, 2017 Escape and 2017 F150/Raptor equipped with a Telematics Control Unit...
- 2015-2018
- Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone...
- Oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal
- Inoperative speed compensated volume feature
- Various 2016-2018 vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience a touch screen that does not respond to any input
- Intermittent blue or black screen
- Oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal
- Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or...
- Runs rough condition with DTCs P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304 and/or P0316
- Brake moan noise from the rear when backing up on the first application in the morning
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Functional concerns where USB audio playback and App Link will not operate
- Some 2013-2017 C-MAX Energi, 2013-2018 Fusion Energi, 2013-2018 C-MAX/Fusion Hybrid/MKZ Hybrid may exhibit...
- High voltage (HV) battery failing to charge while connected to the Delphi 120 volt electric vehicle...
- Concern where USB Audio playback and App Link applications will not function properly
- Fuel door opening delay longer than 15 sec or unable to open condition without refueling system or fuel...
- 2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use...
- The EV Range after fully charging a Focus Electric, C-MAX/Fusion Energi may vary after each charge event
- The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with...
- Fluid leak from the PTU intermediate shaft seal
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or wrench lamp with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0116, P0117,...
- Illuminated airbag lamp and/or SYNC 911 assist not operational message being displayed
- No start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement
- Illuminated MIL with DTC P04DB (crankcase ventilation system disconnected) in the powertrain control...
- Illuminated MIL with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0071 and/or P068A. Reprogram the powertrain control...
- Right side instrument cluster display which is blank and does not respond to inputs from the steering...
- Concern of a discharged battery
- Some 2017-2018 Fusion/MKZ/MKC/MKX/Continental with all audio systems and 2017-2018 Escape with Sony audio...
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