Ford C-Max Energi years to avoid
The Ford C-Max Energi years to avoid are 2013 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2017 is the cleanest year on record.
181
Total complaints
1
Recall campaigns
2013–2017
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
C-Max Energi years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | High complaint rate | 65 |
Every C-Max Energi year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 13 | 0 | |
| 2016 | 44 | 0 | |
| 2015 | 20 | 0 | |
| 2014 | 39 | 0 | |
| 2013avoid | 65 | 1 |
Common questions
What are the worst Ford C-Max Energi years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the C-Max Energi years to avoid are 2013. The cleanest year on record is 2017.
What is the best year for the Ford C-Max Energi?
By complaint volume, 2017 has the cleanest NHTSA record among C-Max Energi years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Ford C-Max Energi have?
Across all model years, the C-Max Energi has 1 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 181 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through August 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated August 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.