2009 Ford Fusion engine problems

Filed Sep 20, 2023 · Engine · IL

The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the exhaust manifold valve was stuck in the open position. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, who determined that the exhaust manifold valve was stuck in the open position again. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Aug 29, 2023 · Engine · FL

Transmission will not go into gear. When it finally does shift it jumps completely forward or backwards depending on the gear. However, it does not matter which gear you put it in. It takes several attempts before it does go into gear; at that time it will completely jump forward/backward. This causes great risk to myself and others on the road/parking lots. I never know when it is going to get in gear or if it will go out while driving. The problem has been reported to the Ford company. The vehicle as not been inspected by any manufacture or policy/insurance. There was no warning, or no warning when it happens.

Filed Mar 22, 2023 · Engine · 114,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while performing a daily routine check on the vehicle, she noticed that there was no engine oil in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that they were aware that the oil dip stick assembly had failed due to the screws becoming loosened. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 114,000.

Filed Aug 31, 2021 · Engine · 200,000 miles · AL · fire · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 mph when smoke coming from the engine compartment was noticed. The contact continued to drive until they heard a popping noise from the engine compartment then pulled over. The fire department was called and the fire was extinguished. A police report was filed and the contact sought medical care and sustained smoke inhalation. The vehicle was then towed to the contact's residence. The contact stated check engine warning light was illuminated. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Jul 8, 2020 · Brakes, Engine · 45,000 miles · MI · fire

I was driving stoped at a light. Noticed dark smoke coming from under the hood. Made my left turn trying to get to a parking lot just ahead. The smoke started coming into the car. It was smoking bad by now. I pulled over as I did I saw flames coming from under the hood. This is only a minute or two later. I got out of car called 911. The whole engine was burned up the front tires. Windshield was starting to crack and started melting. This was so scary every thing happened so fast and the gauge didn't show the car was running the slightest bit hot. With all that it seemed when I was slowing down for the light the brakes were starting to go out. There is only a little over 45,000 miles on my car. Now that I think of all this I thank god I didn't get into an accident and hurt or kill someone including myself. [xxx] from clarkston michigan information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 28, 2020 · Brakes, Engine · 140,000 miles · NC

Vehicle lost brakes when leaving pavement on to dirt road.brake pedal goes to the floor before stopping.vehicle slow to stop.vehicle in motion turing off the highway

Filed Dec 10, 2019 · Engine · 132,000 miles · MO

Heard about a recall on some ford vehicles over coolant leak I think my vehicle should be included in that my vehicle is leaking coolant but I can't tell where I have an 09 ford fusion 2.3 li I 4 cyl. Se model. Vehicle leaks when running of vehicle is off.

Filed Nov 18, 2019 · Engine · 145,000 miles · CA

Car stalls while driving and everytime I do a complete stop, I've been looking online for a solution to fix my car and it looks like a lot of people has the same issue and nobody has a exact solution to the problem I already replaced the throttle body and egr valve but it still stalling.

Filed Mar 28, 2019 · Engine · IN

While driving in to work on multiple different occasions, the serpentine belt had come off. The power steering went out and the engine started to overheat. On 3 different occasions I have had my car towed to a shop to get fixed. Each time it was the idler pulley bolt being broken. This all happened while the car was in motion twice on the highway and once on a residential street. There is a loud clinking sound and the car growls.

Filed Oct 28, 2018 · Brakes, Electrical · OH

Herky jerky acceleration. Dealership said it was a sensor. 6 months later, same problem. Dealership said a small oil leak burned through some wires. Stated some sort of issue with a wiring harness. Stated wiring harness needed replaced, but was virtually impossible to locate. Brakes constantly need repairs/replacements. Multiple times per year.