Ford Fusion Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 493 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Ford Fusion across 14 model years. The 2010 model year has the most (101). The words owners use most often: “brake pedal depressed” (26% of reports).
- 493service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 26mention a crash
- 11mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 22%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 130 of 493 complaints (26%)
- Went floorboard: mentioned in 57 of 493 complaints (12%)
- Hydraulic contacted: mentioned in 46 of 493 complaints (9%)
- Included service brakes: mentioned in 33 of 493 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 353 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 493 complaints, 26 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 11 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 (3)
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
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.
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Model years: 2014, 2015
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 Mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Hawaii. Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Risk: A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "PARK" position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on March 4, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 13, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S02.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
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 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while stopped in a drive-thru, there was an abnormal hissing sound coming from the brake pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard, and excessive force was needed to stop the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brakes became inoperable. The brake pedal was depressed all the way to the floorboard for the vehicle to stop. There was no warning lights…
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the brake pedal was not sending the correct signal to the ABS. The "Hill Assist" option was not operational while driving on a slope and the brake lights remained illuminated, even when the brake pedal was not depressed. An independent…
The contact owns a 2012 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 stated that the brake pedal was soft and spongy. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard before the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Fusions have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 493 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the Ford Fusion. 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 service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Ford Fusion?
The most frequent phrase is “brake pedal depressed”, in 130 of 493 complaints, followed by “went floorboard” (57).
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