2009 Ford Fusion Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 473 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2009 Ford Fusion, 46% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 102,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “way floor” (13% of reports).
- 473service brakes complaints
- 102,000median miles at failure
- 40mention a crash
- 7mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $1,700typical repair cost reported by owners
- 15%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.
- Way floor: mentioned in 61 of 473 complaints (13%)
- Pedal goes: mentioned in 48 of 473 complaints (10%)
- Hydraulic control: mentioned in 46 of 473 complaints (10%)
- ABS engaged: mentioned in 30 of 473 complaints (6%)
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 2009 Ford Fusion at $1,700, and half of them between $1,200 and $2,050.
Based on 26 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2016–2021), 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 405 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 473 complaints, 40 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 7 an injury.
Ford Fusion service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Fusion | 10 | 5% | 38,750 |
| 2019 Fusion | 4 | 1% | 7,735 |
| 2018 Fusion | 4 | 1% | 114,000 |
| 2017 Fusion | 50 | 4% | 56,500 |
| 2016 Fusion | 85 | 5% | 53,650 |
| 2015 Fusion | 82 | 8% | 64,432 |
| 2014 Fusion | 88 | 7% | 74,618 |
| 2013 Fusion | 53 | 3% | 41,500 |
| 2012 Fusion | 104 | 4% | 72,809 |
| 2011 Fusion | 169 | 6% | 101,000 |
| 2010 Fusion | 437 | 9% | 111,064 |
| 2009 Fusion | 473 | 46% | 102,000 |
| 2008 Fusion | 479 | 35% | 109,000 |
| 2007 Fusion | 126 | 12% | 100,000 |
| 2006 Fusion | 27 | 4% | 115,275 |
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.
Dear NHTSA, The braking system failed which was covered by Ford Safety Recall 19S54 with NHTSA campaign #19V904000 at 37,750 miles. After research and finding the label of the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit still on the vehicle, being manufactured 07/12/2008, picture attached, it turned out to be the…
my brakes had went out while i was driving home from work
The ABS warning light came on while driving, and the brakes began to feel unsafe during normal stops. I later learned there is an open recall for the ABS module on my vehicle. When I took it to the dealership, they refused to perform the recall repair unless I paid out of pocket for a new ABS…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2009 Ford Fusions have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 473 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2009 Ford Fusion (46% 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?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes problems start?
The median reported mileage is 102,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes problems on the 2009 Ford Fusion?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,700 (half paid between $1,200 and $2,050), from 26 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2009 Ford Fusion?
The most frequent phrase is “way floor”, in 61 of 473 complaints, followed by “pedal goes” (48).
Other 2009 Ford Fusion problems
See all 2009 Ford Fusion problems or service brakes problems across all Fusion years.