There are no safety recalls for the 2015 Ford C-Max Energi, but owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA.
2015 Ford C-Max Energi problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 5 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 1
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 20,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2015 Ford C-Max Energi complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Back Over Prevention · at 49,000 miles · reported Jul 17, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rearview camera was inoperative, and the image was intermittently upside down. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that a software update was needed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer to be diagnosed, and…
Back Over Prevention · at 115,000 miles · reported Apr 23, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image failed to function properly, and the image appeared upside down. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…
Back Over Prevention · reported Jan 29, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Back Over Prevention · reported Jan 28, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact called the local dealer and the manufacturer for an ETA on parts availability and was informed that a date was not available. The contact was informed that another letter would be sent from the manufacturer whenever the part was available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Back Over Prevention · reported Jan 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a black screen. The contact stated that occasionally the rear-view camera displayed images of previous displays. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact was an elderly person who needed the use of the rear-view camera display and needed the vehicle to be repaired. The…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Ford C-Max Energi have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2015 Ford C-Max Energi as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Ford C-Max Energi?
Owners report back over prevention problems most often (5 reports), followed by electrical system (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 20,000 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.