2009 Ford Fusion: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Jan 6, 2021 · Brakes · 48,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. While driving, the contact heard the brakes squeak when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the front pads and rotors were replaced however, the failure persisted. The independent mechanic then diagnosed the failure as the anti-lock braking system. The local dealer larson ford (1150 ocean ave, lakewood, nj 08701) was contacted after notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) was received. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. The contact stated that the local dealer larson ford (1150 ocean ave, lakewood, nj 08701) was contacted however, parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the recall notice stated that the part would not be available until the first quarter of 2021. The contact stated that the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they would send a letter to the dealer to expedite the repairs. The contact was concerned that the dealer was charging a diagnostic fee. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jul 24, 2019 · Brakes, Suspension · 89,000 miles · PA

Have been dealing with a brake issue for a few months. Took it to a mechanic who replaced the brakes pads. After they were replaced, the brakes still felt off. I would have to push the brake pedal down all the way to the floor for it to stop completely. Took it to a second mechanic who then replaced the master cylinder. Still had the same issue. When I returned to the mechanic, he looked over the air and stated there was nothing else wrong with it. Finally I went to dunphy ford where the greeter stayed he already knew what the problem was before I finished explaining the complete issue. He assured me it was the hcu (which of course was almost $1000 to replace) so I had it replaced. After picking up the car it felt fine for the first two days. The. The issue started happening again. When I returned the car to ford, they told me it was the rear rotors. I asked how could they miss that when they replaced the hcu, there was no answer. The rotors were replaced. That night I went to pick up my car. After driving off, my brakes now made a very loud squealing sound and sort of clanking sound every time I hit a small bump on the road coming from the right side of my car. Well I checked every tire and found one of the lug nuts was loose on the front passenger side of my car. Called them and had he car & brakes looked over once again. This time they tightened the lug nuts and 'buffed' the rotors. The brakes still make a pretty loud sound when I brake but no one can seem to figure out the issue. Not even ford. I can send in invoices and receipts if needed

Filed Apr 30, 2018 · Brakes, Transmission · 40,000 miles · MA

Driving the other day I lost brakes and almost had an accident with another vehicle. The brake light came on along with the service light. Which is still on. Drive home variously in low gear when needed. When in low gear I heard a constant grinding noise. Still patiently waiting on my takata air bag replacement thru ford. This vehicle is new to me and I haven't made my first payment yet. Only has 40k for mileage. As is common with most ford cats. I asks experienced surges in the vast. My lay cast was an 04 taurus.

Filed Dec 27, 2016 · Brakes · MA

This has occurred several times over the past year with my 2009 ford fusion that currently has 74,000 miles on it. When pressing the brake pedal while driving over a small pothole or slightly damp road surface, the ABS system engages. The brake pedal feels as though it is grinding and pushing back on my foot, and the car does not stop. I press the brake as hard as I can to try to stop the car. The brake pedal continues to feel as though it is grinding and then drops to the floor. The car eventually comes to a stop. I have nearly been in several accidents, due to the car's inability to stop immediately. Currently, I have to drive several feet behind the car in front of me, even on flat, dry road surfaces. Now when I press the brake pedal, the brakes engage, but then disengage, until the brake pedal is pressed to the floor. Once the brake pedal is on the floor, the car slowly comes to a stop. The car will not stop immediately. It is dangerous to drive the car, because of this. I must know well ahead of time when I have to stop the car.

Filed Dec 27, 2012 · Brakes · 69,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH and depressing the brakes, he heard a loud grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where they advised him that the rear brakes and rotors failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 69,000. The VIN was unavailable.