What is a Carchieve vehicle history report?

A Carchieve report is a complete safety and records check on any U.S. vehicle. Enter the 17-character VIN and you get the decoded vehicle identity and full specifications, every open safety recall, owner-reported complaints by system, official NHTSA crash-test ratings, and a buyer action plan, in one clean report and a downloadable PDF.

How is Carchieve different from a typical VIN lookup?

Carchieve doesn't just dump raw data. It authenticates the VIN, organizes every federal safety record into a buyer-ready dossier, scores the vehicle, and tells you exactly what to inspect, ask and verify before you pay, the way a careful mechanic would read the car.

How fast will I get my report?

Reports are generated in under a minute. As soon as your VIN is checked against the recall, complaint, ratings and identity databases, your report and PDF are ready to view and download.

Can I buy more than one report?

Yes. A single report is $24.99. If you're comparing several cars, the 3- and 5-report bundles save you money per report and the extra credits stay in your account until you use them.

What information do I need to run a report?

Only the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is on the lower-left corner of the windshield, the driver-side door jamb, and the vehicle title or registration.

Where does the data come from?

Every report is built from authoritative U.S. vehicle databases, including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall, complaint and 5-Star safety-rating programs and the federal VIN product information catalog. Carchieve authenticates the VIN check digit so you know the identity is genuine.

Can I share the report with a seller or mechanic?

Yes. Every report includes a professionally formatted PDF you can download, print, or forward to a private seller, dealer, or mechanic to support your buying decision.

2018 Ford Fusion Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

The 2018 Ford Fusion has 2 open safety recalls and 422 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public safety record. To see whether a specific Fusion had its recalls repaired and how its mileage and title check out, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Campaign 18V167000 · 12/03/2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.

RiskA steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyFord will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Campaign 23V162000 · 10/03/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

RiskA brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyDealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.

What owners complain about

The systems 2018 Ford Fusion owners report most often to federal regulators:

Engine193

Power Train103

Engine And Engine Cooling86

Unknown Or Other46

Electrical System25

Fuel22

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Ford Fusion have any recalls?

Yes. The 2018 Ford Fusion has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check your specific VIN to see whether the work was completed.

What problems do 2018 Ford Fusion owners report?

Owners have filed 422 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2018 Ford Fusion, most often about the engine, power train, engine and engine cooling.

How do I check a specific Fusion's history?

Enter the 17-character VIN into Carchieve. You get the recalls, owner complaints and crash ratings shown here for that exact vehicle, plus full decoded specifications and a guided title and odometer check.

2018 Ford Fusion: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

Safety recalls

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Ford Fusion have any recalls?

What problems do 2018 Ford Fusion owners report?

How do I check a specific Fusion's history?

Check a specific 2018 Ford Fusion

2018 Ford Fusion: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

Safety recalls

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Ford Fusion have any recalls?

What problems do 2018 Ford Fusion owners report?

How do I check a specific Fusion's history?

Check a specific 2018 Ford Fusion

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