2015 Ford Flex: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Ford Flex: 4 recalls, 113 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #15V464000 · 2015 · 7,165 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a parking brake that May not fully engage when applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."
Why it matters: If the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'park' while on a slope, the vehicle May roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the operation of the parking brake system, and if necessary, replace the parking brake control assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #16V621000 · 2016 · 77,502 vehicles
What's wrong: 5l gtdi ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford taurus police interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (pem) May overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
Why it matters: A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pem part number and replace the fuel pem, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016.
Suspension Vehicle recall #20V072000 · 2020 · 211,207 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear suspension toe links May fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
Why it matters: A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners were notified about the recall on March 3, 2020. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts become available, which is currently expected to be the…
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V695000 · 2025 · 1,448,655 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera May display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Backup camera (32): the most common themes are warning light on (6).
- Steering (19): the most common themes are steering problems (19), warning light on (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (18): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (9), warning light on (2), fire / smoke (2).
- Electrical (13): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), electrical failure (4).
The 2015 Ford Flex has 113 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 11 Flex model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 175). Complaints peaked in 2026 (28 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 56,800 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (249 complaints, 4 recalls), 2016 (98 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Ford Flex have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Ford Flex. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Ford Flex problems?
Owners have filed 113 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are backup camera (32), steering (19), fuel & propulsion (18).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Ford Flex get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Ford Flex repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.