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CarComplaints.com Notes: Ford significantly updated the Fusion for the 2010 model year. We wish they hadn't

Throttle body issues have led to a ton of reports about a sudden deceleration and loss of power while driving. Ford issued a “customer satisfaction program” in March 2014 that, unsurprisingly, has left very few customers satisfied.

2010 is also the year we started seeing complaints about the power steering failing. Throttle and steering failure? Yeah, that’s why this is a clunker.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
27 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
13 / 0
Average Mileage:
67,230 miles

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2010 Ford Fusion brakes problems

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2010 Ford Fusion Owner Comments (Page 12 of 21)

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problem #200

Jul 172020

Fusion

  • 190,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

2010 Ford Fusion hybrid. I was leaving work. Exiting a warehouse down a ramp when I went to break and my breaks failed. Problem resolved when I turned the car off and back on. A year later, while driving down the street breaks went out again as I tried to break at a traffic stop at a main intersection. I had the car serviced at Ford in March, they found no mechanical problems. A few days ago as I was leaving my house, I reversed to get out of my parking then I went to drive and immediately my breaks went out a third time, this time the ABS light, break light, traction lights and "service advancetrac lights came on the dash" every time I was required to use the emergency break to slow and park the car. This is a horrible experience that could have ended taking my life or someone else's. the car is currently at Ford in fairfield California where I was just notified the repair cost is $3,400..which I don't have. The diagnostics by Ford have been inconsistent. I was notified that there is a recall for this problem for the year and model of my car but when I enter the VIN number in your system it says there are no recalls. Please help!

- Vallejo, CA, USA

problem #199

Jul 202020

Fusion

  • 125,000 miles
Today my daughter was driving to work when several cars in front of her slammed on their brakes to stop. My daughter attempted to stop and stated that she pushed on the pedal hard and it went to the floor. My daughter was unable to stop the vehicle and struck the rear of the vehicle in front of her. This problem has been going on intermittently with this vehicle per other family drivers.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #198

Jul 172020

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 109,746 miles
The car he had sold me was not fix or ready to be sold. He basically scammed me out my money he sold me a lemon car. Its drivable yes but its not. The dealer keep saying its alot of work to trade my car in. I told him about everything thats wrong with the car. I had to pay for the back breaks, wheel alignment, new tires and all that together was 1000$. now I still have to fix the axle which is 500 plus my car is smoking cause alot of safety hazards like almost causing car accidents because the smoking from the car is heavy. He also gave me false information about the car. Its been 2 recalls and been in a accident. He lied and said he did my registration but he did not and also said the car came with plate and it did not! I cant do payments on the car regular now because the car is basically breaking down. Im trying to get my full entire refund back the 500$ down payment plus the $980 back from the payments. I got scammed. The car hesitates alot and when im driving the car starts swerving and also will shake. The breaks squeaky again and I have to keep putting oil in everyday. He told me he took $1000 off of the car because thats the loan that his banking gave me but he did not! my balance on paying for this car been $5400 left for the longest and I been paying for this car like im suppose to, on time. I got the car from kings auto llc

- Vancouver, WA, USA

problem #197

Jul 012020

Fusion 6-cyl

  • 114,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

NHTSA recall#:19V904 is way overdue. Initial Ford notice said that parts would be available 1st quarter 2020. It's now 3rd quarter 2020. I believe that Ford is hoping these older cars "just go away".

- Endicott, NY, USA

problem #196

Jul 102020

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 267,800 miles
My 2010 Fusion is experiencing the sticking ABS valve that is covered under NHTSA identifier 19V904 but the production date is outside of the production date range for Ford recall # 19S54. I am experiencing the loss of pedal resistance associated with the sticking ABS valve but my vehicle is not covered by the recall. The latest instance happened as I turned and slowed as I crossed a railroad track, triggering an ABS event. This safety issue is being experienced by many later production dates than covered.

- Concord, NC, USA

problem #195

Jun 012020

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 181,000 miles
While driving both on city streets and on highway the brakes have failed with the pedal going to the floor and no slowing of the vehicle. After each of these incidents the system rebuilds pressure and functions as it should for a while. The problem has been identified as a faulty valve in the system. This has been reported to Ford Motor Company with no resolution offered. Further research shows the company is aware of this problem and has a reference number of 19S54 for the problem but refuses to fix the problem.

- Irwin, PA, USA

problem #194

Dec 172019

Fusion

  • 150,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, without warning the vehicle in front slammed on there brake which caused the contact to slam on his brake pedal however, the brake pedal failed to engage properly, extending the braking distance. The contact steered the vehicle to the right to prevent crashing into the vehicle in front. The vehicle was taken to hinder Ford, Inc (505 S philadelphia blvd, aberdeen, md 21001) where it was diagnosed and it was determined that the anti-lock brakes module was defective and needed to be replaced. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 19V904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) as a possible solution to the failure however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000. The VIN was not available.

- Havre De Grace, MD, USA

problem #193

Nov 072019

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 130,000 miles
As I drive and have to hit my brakes hard to avoid crashing or hitting someone/object, my brakes will then go to the floor before fully braking again. This has been the case for several months now, where my brakes have not been working properly and results in extended brake pedal travel.

- San Lorenzo, CA, USA

problem #192

Jun 262020

Fusion 6-cyl

  • 89,500 miles
I was driving normally in my 2010 Ford Fusion on highway 31 and came up on a stop light, went to press my brakes and the pedal goes to the floor. This has been the case for the past couple of days, I did my research and found that the 2010 Fusion was recalled and the master cylinder needing to be replaced. My car does not qualify for the recall as it wasn't built in the time frame of getting that recall. I almost ran the red light and thought I wasn't going to be able to stop in time. I can't drive my car as it is not safe for the road!

- Thompson?S Station, TN, USA

problem #191

Jun 162020

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 93,000 miles
The vehicle was taken to a mechanic when the breaks stopped working properly. The mechanic found a problem with the hydraulic control unit with the breaks. The problem matched exactly with recall number 19S54, which was made for the 2010 Ford Fusion. However, because the vehicle is a 2010 Ford Fusion hybrid the recall did not apply. Since it is the same issue as the original recall, the Ford Fusion hybrid should be added to the recall list.

- Cleveland, TN, USA

problem #190

Aug 012019

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 120,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Brake pedal goes to the floor with weak braking power. Hydraulic control unit seems bad like hundreds of others report. VIN does not match the recall for 2010-2013 fusin\Mercury cars. It however is same problem. Brake pads, flush and check of brake booster tests fine.

- Leavenworth, KS, USA

problem #189

Jun 092020

Fusion

  • miles
Received a letter from Ford in January 2020 stating that there was a recall on my 2010 Ford Fusion. A valve in the hydraulic control unit the of the anti-lock braking may be stuck open. It's been six months and still this has not yet been resolved! not a very comfortable situation to be driving a car that could have a problem with the brakes! a year ago we lost the power steering on my car..almost resulting in an accident...reported this to NHTSA and to Ford...never heard back from either...and it cost $1800 to repair...should have been recalled as Ford did recall the 2011 and 2012's...but ignored the 2010 with the same problem! I would like to know when this brake issue can be repaired? Ford sends a recall letter in January and does not send any updates or information on the recall!

- Newington, CT, USA

problem #188

May 272020

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 140,000 miles
As I was driving the brakes suddenly stopped working. Luckily I was in a parking lot. Advanced traction, ABS, and check brake lights came on. Very dangerous stuff.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #187

May 202020

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 174,000 miles
My cars back brakes locked up destroying my back calipers pads and rotors. I was able to get the to the shop and the informed me that the ABS module was malfunctioning and caused this damage. With some research I found out that Ford issued a recall for this specific problem for every Ford Fusion up to 07/09 my car was manufactured 10/09 and not included in the recall. This issue is the exact same as what they recalled by my VIN was not included.

- Leesburg, VA, USA

problem #186

Nov 012019

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 115,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the lug nuts were difficult to remove from the vehicle while attempting to change tires on the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure was due to the two-piece lug nut fusing together. Additionally, while driving, the outer shell of the lug nuts detached. The contact stated that the braking distance was also extended while depressing the brake pedal. Independence Ford located at 3101 columbia blvd, bloomsburg pa, 17815 and manufacturer were notified of the failure however, no assistance was offered. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was 115,000.

- Nescopeck, PA, USA

problem #185

May 232020

Fusion 4-cyl

  • miles
Dash panel indicated door ajar, emergency and other brakes were engaged, tire pressure low, interior lights came on, blinkers no longer work. This all happened suddenly while driving down a flat street, 25 mph, weather was 65 degrees, dry weather, during the day.

- Temperance, MI, USA

problem #184

May 052020

Fusion 6-cyl

  • 105,000 miles
Brake pedal goes to the floor with weak braking power. It occurs while moving and stationary. Brakes do not generate sufficient pressure in system.

- Abingdon, MD, USA

problem #183

May 022019

Fusion 4-cyl

  • 170,000 miles
When temperature drops to less than 35 degrees Fahrenheit outside rear breaks get stuck and pedal falls to the floor causing car not to stop. Had rear calipers replaced to correct the problem and found out that it is the ABS valve body. Also saw other reports and that a recall was being issued only to find that my car was not included. I love this car it has had other recalls and problems but has otherwise been very reliable and Ford has fixed just about all the issues it has had except this.

- Brunswick, OH, USA

problem #182

May 012020

Fusion

  • 120,000 miles
Hcu left front and right rear valves are potentially stuck closed. My mechanic attempted and failed the ABS service bleed procedure. Verified pressure output from master cylinder (brand new) to ABS hcu. Monitored max input pressure within spec at ABS pressure transducer. Mechanic suspects hcu fault likely related to recent recall. I called Ford and while it matched the description of the mentioned recall, my VIN number did not qualify. Was told to have the maintenance performed and keep receipt for potential reimbursement in the future.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #181

Mar 012020

Fusion

  • 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while reversing down the driveway, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact pumped the brake pedal several times to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to rich Ford (8601 lomas blvd ne, albuquerque, nm 87112), to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the hydraulic control unit needed to be replaced. The contact associated the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 19V904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

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