Takata recall. Roof rusting out with holes. Ford says it's not covered by warranty.
2007 Ford Fusion body complaints
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Driver side door will no longer open from the inside.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact stated that the passenger side of dashboard protruded out and was fractured. As a result, the contact stated that the front passenger side air bag became visible. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. In addition, the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms part not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the dashboard was expanding on the driver side and the passenger side in the air bag locations. The contact went to the dealer to have the air bag deactivated, but was informed that this could not be done. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Updated 06/23/17*lj updated 10/18/2017
While parked and a passenger tried to open the back door on driver's side, the handle exploded and sent a piece of the handle into the front seating area. This could have resulted in injury due to the size and speed of the projectile. It nearly missed the front passenger. I have checked with ford motor company and was told there is no recall on this.
On jan. 20 2016, I was driving my 2007 fusion and pulled into my driveway and the driver's door popped open on it's own. Luckily I was moving slowly and it did not hit any thing. The door would not latch and could not close it. I had to use a heavy bungee cord to hold door closed so I could drive it to dealer for repair. Was told that the door hinges failed, causing door to drop and break the spring pawl in door latch. So $900 later they repaired the door and I was able to operate car safely again. I feel that the hinges were faulty and caused a safety failure. I see that some newer models are being recalled for faulty door hinges currently. This recall should be extended to 2007 models. I feel I should be reimbursed for all or part of what had to pay to fix it. Also should see if this affecting other owners. Mileage was 96,575.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the dashboard material began to buckle around the air bag department. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who tightened and re-applied the material on the dashboard. The contact informed the manufacturer who stated that there was no official repair for the vehicle and they would not be able to reimburse the contact for the repair services. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
The dash on the passenger air bag protruded out several months ago. I can see the airbag in the gap from where the dash has stuck out. With the and humid weather in tennessee this last weeks, it appears the protrusion is getting worse. I have seen several complaints on this issue. My car is on the recall for the takata inflators issues and ford needs to have a recall and determine how to correct dash from protruding. I am very very very concerned with any passengers in my car and for myself if the air bag explodes and if no one is injured I am concerned if I can driving the exploding air bag could cause me to have an accident. Please look into this issues. I know ford did change the dash design in all newer vehicles. Thank you very much for your time. Please look into this dash-airbag issue. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
My car begin make a loud squeaking noise. (I describe it as if it was a old rust car) when I was driving. It didn't matter if the steering wheel was turning or not. I was told by one mechanic that it was my tire rod ends. ($400 later 3/1/16) my car is still making that sound when it's hot outside. My air bag on the passenger side dash board is buckling. My passenger door makes a lot of noise.( loud vibration sound)
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. When the vehicle was started and in the park position, the air bag light remained illuminated. The contact noticed that the dashboard was bulging approximately an inch or more. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000.
Takata recall: I purchased my ford fusion in 2007 and I received awesome comments; this was the ratings from my older family members, bragging about my car; as being "top of the line vehicle" sounded great! Within my first year, on a saturday my car would not start, before going to work, it was corrosion on my battery post. The following monday, I contacted hixon ford service dept. In monroe, la; told them of my experience and was told that they have not heard of any problems. I was given a free battery, without anyone looking into why the car wouldn't start or corrosion on the battery. I didn't think I would have been treated in that manner throughout the time I have my car. Since then, several other problems, such as the rubber around the dash vent, where the defrost air comes out, lifted up out of place. One day the 6-cd changer would not release my cds'; but months later after pressing the button everyday, I pressed the reject and they all came out. Another experience was when the two front door latches just popped out; at a later time, the two back latches popped out. Since I could only afford to get the driver door latch repaired, I would still lock my car door, but they do not lock. Another incident happened when I tried to slow down, because of the bumpy road and my car felt like it hydroplaned; I couldn't stop (scaaarrryy!). After each incident, I would call hixon ford and ask for recall status, concerning my incidents. They would always tell me, they have not heard anything, but when I called the main office, I was told that nothing had been reported. I never felt they cared what happened to me, because they didn't look into the first incident, but years later, I received an apology; give them another chance with my next purchase and they can't do anything now. Well, they never did anything and I would have been very surprised if they did.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact stated that the dashboard was out of place and caused the air bag on the passenger side to be exposed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000. The VIN was not available.
The interior plastic door handle both on the passenger and driver side, stops working. Upon further inspection, it clear that the moving parts inside the door handle are made of really cheap plastic and breaks on the inside. The door does not open from the inside, have to put window down and open from the outside. This is a dangerous hazard where someone could get hurt if they are unable to get out of the car quickly. This seems to be very very common with ford fusion base on information provided my the mechanic and a google search. Ford needs to fix this. They need to issue a recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact stated that the passengers side dashboard was prematurely deteriorating and warping near where the air bag was located. The contact was concerned that the failure would cause the air bags to fail. The dealer was notified of the failure and indicated that the contact would need to schedule an appointment to receive repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.
The car has always made strange noises when going over bumbs. I just thought it was normal. A couple of months ago, the car started making a popping noise as I backed out of my driveway. Now it has progressed to loud popping noise when I accelerate and apply the brakes. I had the car looked at and I was told something is wrong with the subframe and to take it to ford. It turns out that welds in the subframe are cracked and causing the loud popping noises and vehicle stability issues. This is a known issue but ford will not fix the issue until someone dies I guess.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact stated that the passenger side dashboard was raised over the position of the air bag cover. Since the failure, the air bag sensor light would intermittently illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that the dashboard would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 97,000.
While driving the rear right door of my '07 fusion became ajar. The door becomes ajar while turning left and right. Also the rear right door does not close securely and has to be gently pressed into the frame of the car in order for the latch to be somewhat secure.
Upon exiting my vehicle, I opened the inside door handle as usual with no extra force when I felt a "snap" from within the handle. The handle stuck out and does not return back to the normal position after pulling on it. I rolled down my window to open my door using the exterior handle and had to reset the lock inside the door jam. When exiting my vehicle, I now have to pull the handle out halfway and then pull the lock above and the handle at the same time to disengage the lock and open the door. Besides this, the rest of the functionality seems to work as expected. Not sure why the inside of the handle is made out of plastic and not metal as I've read dozens of forums on the same issue and should be addressed by ford.
Door latch failure on driver's door. Door would not stayed closed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact stated that the dashboard detached from the air bag. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.
Air bag is bulging out of the dashboard. I heard lots of other complaints & thought there was a recall on these airbags!
This has happened three times in the last six months. While driving at highway speeds the hood randomly unlatches. Thankfully the safety latch kept the good from completely opening. This could have been very dangerous. It just happened to us today in fact. I hope the service agreement will cover to fix the problem. I see that another person complained of this same problem on this site on 2010.
The paint began to fade off the hood to a white color. You can barely see any red now. The rest of the pint looks mint. I take very good car as it is my baby. This issue began when it was only 2 years old. I have always owned fords. I own 3 now. Ford, you owe me a hood paint job.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact stated that a bubble developed on the passenger side dashboard where the air bag was located. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Dashboard vinyl and padding is bulging away from the passenger airbag panel. This seems to be a safety issue as the airbag may not deploy properly in an accident, or may deploy at any time without an accident and injure the passenger. Sometimes airbag light goes on. Although the dashboard looks unsightly, this is not a cosmetic issue, it is a safety issue!!
The open handle from in car on driver's side door broke inside door panel. Unable to get out from inside car. If an accident were to occur I would be unable to escape from vehicle. There are several complaints on multiple year ford fusions from 2006 to 2010 online there are you tube videos on it. There should be a recall this can be a safety hazard with grave circumstances.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact stated that the dashboard was lifted up near the passenger side air bag. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. The VIN was unavailable.
The drivers side door locking mechanism has broke and the door will not close. We had to use a bungee cord to driver it to the repair shop and now they are telling us, 450$ to fix it. Very scary drive with the door not engaged.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact stated that the dashboard was cracked and caused the passenger side air bag to become visible. The dealer stated that the dashboard needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
Dash is lifting beneath the passenger side airbag. I'm afraid the air bag either may deploy unexpectedly or not at all.
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