2010 Ford Fusion Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 101 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 2010 Ford Fusion, 2% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 111,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “brake pedal depressed” (31% of reports).
- 101service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- 111,000median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 21%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 31 of 101 complaints (31%)
- Control unit: mentioned in 19 of 101 complaints (19%)
- Hydraulic included: mentioned in 18 of 101 complaints (18%)
- Went floorboard: mentioned in 16 of 101 complaints (16%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 86 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 101 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury.
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 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. Several warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while at a red traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed and travelled down to the floorboard. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the residence, and a dealer was contacted. The dealer made the contact aware of…
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving and approaching a stop sign, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to slow down as intended. The brake pedal was pumped several times for the vehicle to slow down. The vehicle was pulled over to the side…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2010 Ford Fusions have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 101 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the 2010 Ford Fusion (2% of the 5,130 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 2010 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 111,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 2010 Ford Fusion?
The most frequent phrase is “brake pedal depressed”, in 31 of 101 complaints, followed by “control unit” (19).
Other 2010 Ford Fusion problems
- Steering problems (1,662)
- Power Train problems (894)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (793)
- Engine problems (700)
- Air Bags problems (591)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (484)
- Service Brakes problems (437)
- Electrical System problems (324)
See all 2010 Ford Fusion problems or service brakes, hydraulic problems across all Fusion years.