2016 Ford Fusion Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 85 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2016 Ford Fusion, 5% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 53,650 miles. The words owners use most often: “brake fluid” (19% of reports).
- 85service brakes complaints
- 53,650median miles at failure
- 11mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 30%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 fluid: mentioned in 16 of 85 complaints (19%)
- Brakes work: mentioned in 5 of 85 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 29 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 85 complaints, 11 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 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:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I am filing a formal safety complaint regarding an incomplete and dangerous repair under Ford Safety Recall 23S12 (NHTSA Campaign 23V162000) for my 2016 Ford Fusion SE AWD. Prior to the service, the vehicle suffered a massive brake fluid leak caused directly by the ruptured front brake hoses…
I would like to make a complaint for malpractice during a recall repair. I was notified on aug 4, 2026 that after the dealership did the recall 23S12 brake hose that during the test drive that my master seal and brake booster started to leak and needs to be replaced. They asked me if i have had any…
The brake booster vacuum pump coupler broke off of the vacuum pump and a piece of the coupler was left stuck in the camshaft. This caused the brakes to become very stiff and hard to push down to stop the vehicle. It wasn't inspected by anyone. No warning messages or icons appeared on the dash. Car…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2016 Ford Fusions have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 85 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2016 Ford Fusion (5% of the 1,642 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 2016 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 53,650 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2016 Ford Fusion?
The most frequent phrase is “brake fluid”, in 16 of 85 complaints, followed by “brakes work” (5).
Other 2016 Ford Fusion problems
See all 2016 Ford Fusion problems or service brakes problems across all Fusion years.