P1299 on FORD FUSION — Cylinder Head Overtemperature Protection Active

Q: "What does P1299 mean on a FORD FUSION?"

"P1299 indicates: Cylinder Head Overtemperature Protection Active. This is a manufacturer-specific powertrain code. 19 FORD FUSION owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P1299 on FORD FUSION?"

"Based on 19 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling, Unknown Or Other,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P1299 serious on my FORD FUSION?"

"Of 19 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 P1299?"

"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 P1299 Means on Your FORD FUSION

P1299 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Cylinder Head Overtemperature Protection Active. This code relates to the manufacturer-specific powertrain system. FORD describes this as: Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor Detected Engine Overheating Condition. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

19 FORD FUSION owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2013-2019. Most reports come from the 2018, 2016 model years. The most commonly reported component is Engine (47.4% of reports).

Real FORD FUSION Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Been getting a low coolant warning, coolant is not low ,is actually over limit. Car then says overheating service now,goes into limp mode. Engine light comes on. I cannot drive car until it shuts off, sit awhile and then go."

— 2013 FORD FUSION owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE · Filed 08/12/2024

"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started overheating with the high engine temperature warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over and waited until the vehicle cooled down. The vehicle was restarted and operated normally."

— 2013 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SEAT BELTS · Filed 06/08/2022

"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving approximately 65 MPH, the coolant warning light illuminated. The contact was informed that the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated to approximately 15 MPH."

— 2014 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Filed 09/09/2023

"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 Car is making a sloshing sound in the engine, runs hot and will lose power due to overheating. This happen to me, forcing me to exit off the interstate (thank goodness I was near an exit). The check engine light also came on."

— 2015 FORD FUSION owner · ENGINE · Filed 10/22/2021

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'13

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'14

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'15

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'16

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Common Causes on FORD FUSION

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 47.4%

ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING 10.5%

UNKNOWN or OTHER,ENGINE 10.5%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 5.3%

ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING,SEAT BELTS 5.3%

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 P1299 mean on a FORD FUSION? ▾

P1299 indicates: Cylinder Head Overtemperature Protection Active. This is a manufacturer-specific powertrain code. 19 FORD FUSION owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P1299 on FORD FUSION? ▾

Based on 19 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling, Unknown Or Other,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P1299 serious on my FORD FUSION? ▾

Of 19 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 P1299? ▾

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.

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