Ford Fusion Hybrid Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 168 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the Ford Fusion Hybrid across 10 model years. The 2010 model year has the most (80). The words owners use most often: “emergency brake” (16% of reports).
- 168service brakes complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 15mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- $2,350typical repair cost reported by owners
- 19%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Emergency brake: mentioned in 27 of 168 complaints (16%)
- ABS module: mentioned in 20 of 168 complaints (12%)
- Brakes failed: mentioned in 19 of 168 complaints (11%)
- Traction control: mentioned in 19 of 168 complaints (11%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes repair on the Ford Fusion Hybrid at $2,350, and half of them between $1,300 and $3,000.
Based on 13 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2015–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 136 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 168 complaints, 15 mention a crash, 5 an injury.
Ford Fusion Hybrid service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Fusion Hybrid | 1 | 3% | 47,600 |
| 2018 Fusion Hybrid | 7 | 12% | 91,126 |
| 2017 Fusion Hybrid | 8 | 11% | 42,000 |
| 2016 Fusion Hybrid | 4 | 7% | 21,017 |
| 2015 Fusion Hybrid | 9 | 20% | 58,000 |
| 2014 Fusion Hybrid | 11 | 17% | 22,500 |
| 2013 Fusion Hybrid | 11 | 9% | 35,000 |
| 2012 Fusion Hybrid | 16 | 17% | 27,975 |
| 2011 Fusion Hybrid | 21 | 16% | 71,825 |
| 2010 Fusion Hybrid | 80 | 16% | 99,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists service brakes for the Ford Fusion Hybrid. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I own a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The vehicle has a recurring loss-of-braking problem associated with the ABS/ AdvanceTrak system. While driving, the vehicle can suddenly lose normal braking ability and does not stop as it should when I press the brake pedal. The ABS, AdvanceTrak, traction…
While driving my 2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid (VIN: [XXX]), the braking system suddenly failed. When applying the brake pedal, there was completely zero brake resistance, and the vehicle failed to engage proper braking power, creating an extremely hazardous driving condition. The vehicle was inspected…
I own a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and am reporting a recurring and serious braking problem. On XXX, while driving to pick up my mom and my [XXX] son, I pressed the brake pedal to stop, but the vehicle did not stop normally. I repeatedly tried to brake, but the vehicle took much longer to stop than it…
SUBJECT: Fraudulent Recall Completion / Incomplete Remedy resulting in Component Failure (Recall 19S54 / NHTSA 19V904) I am writing to file an emergency safety complaint regarding a fraudulently cleared safety recall on my 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. According to Ford's internal OASIS database, Safety…
The chrome trim on the parking brake switch started chipping. The sharp edge drew a drop of blood and small pieces attached to your fingers. Replaced the switch in June 2026
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Fusion Hybrids have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 168 owner complaints about service brakes for the Ford Fusion Hybrid. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Ford Fusion Hybrid service brakes?
No recall currently lists service brakes for this vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes problems on the Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Owners report a typical cost of $2,350 (half paid between $1,300 and $3,000), from 13 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the Ford Fusion Hybrid?
The most frequent phrase is “emergency brake”, in 27 of 168 complaints, followed by “abs module” (20).
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