P0301 on FORD FUSION — Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected

Q: "What does P0301 mean on a FORD FUSION?"

"P0301 indicates: Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected. This is a ignition system code. 22 FORD FUSION owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0301 on FORD FUSION?"

"Based on 22 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Electrical System,Engine, Power Train,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0301 serious on my FORD FUSION?"

"Of 22 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD FUSION, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my FORD FUSION shows P0301?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0301 Means on Your FORD FUSION

P0301 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected. This code relates to the ignition system system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

22 FORD FUSION owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2014-2019. Most reports come from the 2017, 2016 model years. The most commonly reported component is Engine (63.6% of reports).

Real FORD FUSION Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Codes P0300 P0301 P0316 - My son was driving and approached a red light - his car began to idle rough and check engine light came on. Instructed him to park the car and we towed to a local mechanic. Cylinder 1 was misfiring and also had a mix of oil, fuel and possibly coolant in Cylinder 1."

— 2014 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 04/26/2023

"My Ford fusion has a coolant leak and ford said I need a repair. Price for repair is $9,584.89. It is a known problem with a TSB (see below) Summary This article supersedes TSB 19-2139 to update the production fix date."

— 2015 FORD FUSION owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 12/14/2022

"The block is cracked causing coolant to intrude into it. This intrusion is causing engine to perform poorly and has a hard time getting up to speed which could result in getting rear ended...especially on the interstate."

— 2015 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE · Filed 06/26/2022

"2015 1.5L Ecoboost misfiring/running rough/coolant level low. While driving highway speeds engine began to lose power and shutter ultimately shutting down causing significant lose of braking and steering."

— 2015 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE · Filed 04/01/2022

"Just got this ford vehicle a couple months ago and for some reason my car wouldn't start. i ran a diagnostic and had numerous codes p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0030, c0014, p0047, p0141, and a few others. i looked for loose wires, checked fuses, plugs etc."

— 2015 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE · Filed 03/17/2021

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'16

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'17

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Common Causes on FORD FUSION

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 63.6%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 9.1%

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 9.1%

ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 4.5%

UNKNOWN or OTHER 4.5%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0301 mean on a FORD FUSION? ▾

P0301 indicates: Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected. This is a ignition system code. 22 FORD FUSION owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0301 on FORD FUSION? ▾

Based on 22 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Electrical System,Engine, Power Train,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0301 serious on my FORD FUSION? ▾

Of 22 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD FUSION, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my FORD FUSION shows P0301? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.