2009 Ford Fusion Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 61 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 2009 Ford Fusion, 6% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 96,970 miles. The words owners use most often: “brake pedal depressed” (21% of reports).
- 61service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- 96,970median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 24%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.
- Brake pedal depressed: mentioned in 13 of 61 complaints (21%)
- Control unit: mentioned in 8 of 61 complaints (13%)
- Brakes hydraulic air: mentioned in 7 of 61 complaints (11%)
- Included service: mentioned in 5 of 61 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 41 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 61 complaints, 2 mention a crash.
Ford Fusion service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Fusion | 1 | 0% | 2,690 |
| 2018 Fusion | 2 | 0% | 73,000 |
| 2017 Fusion | 49 | 4% | 97,000 |
| 2016 Fusion | 50 | 3% | 102,352 |
| 2015 Fusion | 41 | 4% | 105,000 |
| 2014 Fusion | 27 | 2% | 100,000 |
| 2013 Fusion | 21 | 1% | 144,206 |
| 2012 Fusion | 8 | 0% | 137,221 |
| 2011 Fusion | 25 | 1% | 90,500 |
| 2010 Fusion | 101 | 2% | 111,000 |
| 2009 Fusion | 61 | 6% | 96,970 |
| 2008 Fusion | 74 | 5% | 101,500 |
| 2007 Fusion | 22 | 2% | 74,000 |
| 2006 Fusion | 11 | 2% | 77,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH and coming to a complete stop at a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed but traveled down to the floorboard. The contact shifted into neutral(N) and continued to pump the brake pedal until the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for brake repairs, and after the repairs, the brake pedal felt spongy. The independent mechanic performed further inspections and diagnosed the vehicle with insufficient brake pressure due…
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), but the failure occurred. When the vehicle was retrieved from the dealer, the contact was informed that the vehicle had passed an inspection. The brake pedal was…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2009 Ford Fusions have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 61 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the 2009 Ford Fusion (6% of the 1,023 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Ford Fusion service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems start?
The median reported mileage is 96,970 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 2009 Ford Fusion?
The most frequent phrase is “brake pedal depressed”, in 13 of 61 complaints, followed by “control unit” (8).
Other 2009 Ford Fusion problems
- Service Brakes problems (473)
- Air Bags problems (359)
See all 2009 Ford Fusion problems or service brakes, hydraulic problems across all Fusion years.