2007 Ford Fusion: jerking or lurching

Filed Dec 15, 2017 · Transmission · 45,000 miles · OH

The shifting knob and the link rod to the transmission came out preventing the shift lever from changing the transmission gears as desired. I found if I push the unit back in the hole and hold a downward pressure on the knob it will operate. However if you touch the knob while driving, the transmission will shift into low range causing a jerk to slow down the vehicle. This is pertinently bad on snow covered surfaces. I found there is a recall on 2017 fusion for this exact problem the recall number is 17s36. Saying this situation may resolve in a injury or an accident. I called ford recall at I-800‑392‑3673 and was told I have no claim for repair and the recall is for the 2017 only. Will you please help me with this matter? I would think safety first should prevail. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed May 30, 2017 · Transmission · 109,000 miles · CA

Transmission slips in and out of gear. Jerks voilently into pass gear. Slips into neutral and just revs at highway speeds. Coming down a hill it lurched forward almost sending my wife and I off a cliff. Very dangerous. Its also a common problem im finding with the awf21 trannsmissions. Should be recalled before someone dies. Numerous reports of these trannys failing over the internet with the exact same symptoms. Please help.

Filed Apr 14, 2016 · Engine · 134,414 miles · GA

While driving, car would intermittently jerk for no reason. Then, while sitting at a traffic light in the turn lane, car stalled and died. I just purchased this vehicle (134,000+ miles, detailed service records and mechanics diagnostic prior to purchase). Apparently, the previous owner also complained of the car stalling and had replaced starter and TCM and had throttle cleaned but (unbeknownst to me), apparently none of these things fixed the issue. I spoke with one ford dealer who serviced the vehicle and was told that although the owner complained of the problem, they were not able to recreate the problem. I have searched various forums and found that other drivers have experienced the same issue. It also appears that ford vehicles 2009-2011 with less than 150,000 miles experiencing the same problems were listed under a recall but not 2007. It seems if the same issue is creating a driving safety hazard for earlier model cars, those vehicles should also be included under the recall.

Filed Jun 23, 2014 · Transmission · 108,041 miles · AK

When speeding up to pass someone on the highway the car revved up to almost 6k RPM and jerked violently into the next gear. The wrench light came on shortly after and the car was parked. The next morning the light was off until a short trip to the mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic diagnosed the car and got 2 error codes. Both showing transmission failure.

Filed May 22, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · CA

Without warning, vehicle jerked, decelerated and slowed to a stop on the highway. Vehicle would not respond to pressing of gas pedal. Had to pull vehicle off to the side of the road. Orange wrench icon appeared. Turned car off and on again and icon disappeared. Not knowing when the vehicle is going to stop accelerating is extremely dangerous. It is only a matter of time before this issue affects someone while they are driving and are unable to safely pull off of the road.

Filed May 13, 2014 · Acceleration, Engine · 140,000 miles · TX

I was driving to houston from san antonio on i10 and going the speed limit. Shortly after starting my drive I was shocked by a slight jerk and a "wrench" symbol appear. I was in the center lane and hardly had any acceleration to move off the road. Eventually, I was able to get to the side of the highway, turn off my car and turn it back on. It allowed me to drive about 5 min before happening again. I ended up pulling of the road 8 times until I just decided to call aaa and pay additional fees to tow my car into houston. It was scary and def. A safety hazard for anyone experiencing this malfunction. I took the car to get a diagnostic and sure enough it's a throttle body failure. I drove today with no issues, but I am sure it will occur again very soon. Ford really needs to recall and think about their customer's safety.

Filed May 10, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 107,300 miles · FL

Very noticeable is the jerking of the car, especially when accelerating.

Filed Apr 24, 2012 · Engine · 49,582 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. While driving approximately 65 MPH, a loud noise emitted from the engine and the vehicle began to jerk violently. The contact maneuvered to the side of the road and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The malfunction was contributed to defective engine cylinder coils which were identified as numbers five and six. The contact planned to notify the manufacturer of the problem. The failure mileage was 49,582. Updated 06/05/12*lj the consumer stated that further investigation showed engine failure due to computer sending too much fuel to the cylinders. Both engine and computer were replaced. The original diagnosis of coil failure was incorrect. Updated 06/07/12

Filed Oct 28, 2011 · Engine · 59,181 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle began to jerk once started. The vehicle was taken directly to an independent repair shop and the vehicle stalled while driving 30 MPH. The vehicle was then towed to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that two of the engine coils failed, causing the computer to fail. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 59,181. Updated 11/16/11*bf ... The catalytic converter was replaced, updated 01/06/12