Ford Fusion: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 15,033 Ford Fusion cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2002 and 2021.
In a sample of 98 cars, 68.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is number plate light not working (properly) / missing (16.3% of inspected cars).
2.6% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 16.3% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 15.3% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 13.3% |
| Wheel bearing wear/damage audible or noticeable | 13.3% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 10.2% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 10.2% |
| Rear fog light not working (properly) | 9.2% |
| Tyre damaged | 9.2% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 8.2% |
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 8.2% |
Share of 98 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 17.3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 5.1% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 2% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 2% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 15,033 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.6% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2002 to 2021 |
All Ford Fusion passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Questions
How often does the Ford Fusion fail the APK?
In a sample of 98 cars first registered 2012–2021, 68.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Ford Fusion?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (16.3%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (15.3%), tyre pressure incorrect (13.3%).
Does the Ford Fusion have recalls?
No recalls are registered with the RDW for this model.
Other Ford models
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.