Spongy brakes. Occasionally the pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle will not stop as it should.
2010 Ford Fusion brakes complaints
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No symptoms prior to failure. As I was driving, brakes went out. ABS warning lights came on along with other brake malfunction lights. I have to press the pedal down 90% of the way for the brakes to engage at all. It has happened twice now. The first time, the codes were reset and the car worked until the second time. Now the brakes don't work. Mechanic says the ABS Module needs replaced.
About July 13th 2022, I was driving to town with my children. The car's warning sounded and displayed a mechanic's wrench. Moments later while approaching the intersection a few hundred feet away, I had no foot brakes. I was able to use the hand brake and stop before running the busy cross traffic going 50+ mpg. Had I not reacted as fast I did, there would have been a three-car incident at the intersection threatening all of our lives. Had the car towed to the repair shop and they confirmed that the abs module and brake booster was no longer functioning and needed to be replaced. They were unable to perform that repair, so I then had it taken to a dealership for a second opinion, and they had the same conclusion. Apparently, this is such a problem that the abs module part is backordered with no estimated stocking date. Now I've been out of a car for over a month. Kendal Ford of Marysville Washington recommended repairs. 1. HYBRID BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS (EEC TEST, PINPOINT TESTS) (NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS, BRAKE/TRACTION CONTROL/WRENCH...) Fail 2. REPLACE FAULTY ABS MODULE ASSY (BOTH ELECTRONIC/HYDRAULIC, STUCK VALVES AND UNSTABLE LOGIC VOLTAGE) (NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS, BRAKE/TRACTION CONTROL/WRENCH...) Fail 3. REPLACE FAULTY BRAKE BOOSTER (INTEGRAL BOOSTER VACUUM CONTROL SOLENOID FAILURE) (NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS, BRAKE/TRACTION CONTROL/WRENCH...) Fail 4. PERFORM HYBRID BRAKE FLUSH (AFTER HYDRAULIC REPAIRS) (NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS, BRAKE/TRACTION CONTROL/WRENCH...) Fail Let me know if you need anything else. [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
While driving my 2010 Ford Fusion, on five separate occasions (two times less than a week apart) and over the last five months, while stopping for traffic lights, traffic or pedestrians the brake pedal travelled just inches from the floor and extra effort was needed in attempt to activate the brakes hoping to come to a complete stop. On two jarring instances collision was avoided only by swerving the vehicle to keep from hitting a wayward pedestrian and the other instance was with another vehicle backing out in a mall shopping center. On all five occasions there was an associated amber ABS light on the dash, a sudden drop in brake pressure and severely degraded to no braking power during application. The brake fluid reservoir is appropriately filled with the manufacturer specified DOT 3 brake fluid and there are no leaks in the system whatsoever. I’ve been told at the Ford dealership that my vehicle will not be able to be inspected or seen by appointment for a little over 2 months (late Oct 2022). I’ve contacted Ford’s customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332 and they stated that my VIN# is not included in the recall: 19S54. It’s apparent that my vehicle is experiencing all of the identical issues which prompted the Ford recall 19S54. Please assist so the Ford Fusion community can resolve this issue before another catastrophic event occurs.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed several times but failed to respond and went all the way to the floorboard. The contact drove on the side of the road until the vehicle stopped. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ABS had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) as the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while their husband was driving approximately 25 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but it traveled to the floorboard and failed to respond. The driver had to use the emergency brakes in order to stop the vehicle. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed the anti-lock brake system had failed. The hydraulic brake control module and abs module needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact found that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, their VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to call the federal safety agency. The approximate failure mileage 160,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the front wheel was dragging. In addition, the vehicle was hard to accelerate and the tire sensor was melted. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they informed that the valve was stuck, the caliber, brakes, and abs unit were replaced. There was very low pressure in the corner. The pistons failed to open after brakes were applied. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000.
I own a 2010 FORD FUSION HYBRID. The ABS light, the Brake light, the Service Advancetrac, the Wrench, Etc. all were illuminated when the car on. While attempt to brake the brake pedal was depressed and I have to push hard on the pedal in order to make the car stop. I took the car to The Ford Store Morgan Hill (17045 Condit Rd. Morgan Hill, CA 95037 408‑816‑2332) and was informed that the failure might related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 19V904000 (Servive Brakes, Hydraulic). However, the VIN was not included.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that when attempting to depress the brake pedal, it would touch the floorboard. The brakes service warning light had illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who replaced 2 calibers and the brake pads but the failure persisted. The contact took the vehicle to another certified mechanic who stated that the calibers had blown the brakes on the vehicle due to a lift failing to close causing brake fluid to get inside. The entire ABS system needed to be replaced however the vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion Sport. The contact stated while driving at slow speeds, the brake pedal was applied but was soft and depressed to the floorboard. The vehicle was slow to stop when the brake pedal was applied. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed the rotors were warped. The vehicle was repaired however the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but no additional assistance was provided. The contact stated the failure was to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic)The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately at 35 MPH, the front passenger brake caliper froze and stopped the front passenger tire. The tire locked up and nearly caused a loss of vehicle control. The contact stated that the brake pedal had to be depressed to the floorboard after the brake had failed. The contact stated that the brake failure was a re-occurring failure. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer and the vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) needed to be replaced. The contact researched online and related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 133,283.
On occasion, the brake pedal goes to the floor and car does not stop. Red triangle warning light comes on. Parking brake is needed to stop car. I have taken it to ford dealer, and problem was not repeated during their test drive.
Brakes are exhibiting issues with long brake pedal travel and sponginess. This has started within the last few weeks where it is off and on but is continuous now. The dealer has the vehicle and diagnosed it as an issue with the HCU or ABS system. My mom was driving it and had difficulty stopping the vehicle due to long brake pedal travel. I saw there was a previous recall 19S54 on the same year model that was produced at the same plant. However Ford will not fix it since the production date was two months after the original affected date. The campaign ended with vehicles produced up to July. Hers was produced in September. Since the dates were not the same they would not cover it even if it was the exact same issue on the recall.
After going over a rough patch of pavement on the road, I felt the brakes give out and completely reach the floor almost as if there was no pressure in the pump. Now, the brakes go all the way down when trying to brake and it still stops the car but it shouldn't do that. I've read others online had the same issue with the brakes.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal felt spongy. Additionally, the braking distance was extended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who changed the brake pads and bled the brake lines however, the failure persisted. The mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the ABS Hydraulic module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer who also stated that the ABS Hydraulic module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and they stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The failure mileage was 110,000.
Power steering pump tire pressure monitor advancetrac
Out of nowhere, my brakes malfunctioned with the pedal sinking low to the floor. Several lights went off including check brake system, traction control and ABS. This issue seems to be exactly related to a current recall involving ABS on 2010 Fusions but doesn't appear to apply to the Hybrid model. The issue is intermittent.
The breaks pedal on my Fusion just goes straight to the floor and can barely stop the car when its in drive and not giving any gas. A recall was issued on this model of a car but my car wasnt included for some reason. I am having the same issue with the ABS as the recall. Do your job the federal safety agency and make ford recall it on all fusions before someone dies. Ive already spent a ton of money on replacing all the brake pads, rotors, master cylinder and now have to replace the ABS system.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed with the brake warning light illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle intermittently failed to start due to battery failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the brake calipers; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic and diagnosed with ABS hydraulic control unit failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.
There is a recall for some vehicles manufactured near the time of this particular vehicle’s manufactured date for the ABS control unit. The valves stick causing unsafe breaking conditions. This particular vehicle exhibits the same behavior as described in the recall but this VIN is not showing up as one of the recalled vehicles for this problem. It is recall 19V904000 issued on December 12, 2019.
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, it traveled to the floorboard causing the emergency brake to have to be used. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
The same problem as safety recall19S54. My brake pedal went mushy and falls under the same exact problems that the safety recall is for. My vehicle however is not included in the recall
When driving I am having to push my break peddle to the floor in order for my breaks to finally activate and begin to slow the car down if breaks will work at all at time. This is intermittent but is happening more often and has almost causing multiple wrecks. I was told it is the Hydraulic Control Module by a multiple professionals. This is also recalled on 2010 Ford Fusion models but does not include vehicle at the moment.
I believed my 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid MFG date: 08/09 fall under Recall the federal safety agency 19V904000. However, I did not receive any letter notification and/ or notice. I called the dealership and they’re asking for $200 something for diagnose then go from there. Is there anyway can confirm that my car under the recall so I get fix without any charge? I’m leaving on budget, cannot afford on anything else. Please find the attached pictures.
I was driving down the road the other day in my 2010 Ford Fusion hybrid and my brakes suddenly didn't work. I got the big red flashing message on the dashboard to check the braking system. I had to really stomp on the brake pedal to get it to stop. Very concerning. I had a mechanic come to me and first checked the brake fluid which was still full. But he said it was thicker than it should be, gel like. He then ran the computer scan on it and found that the brake control system showed a fault indicating a valve stopped working or was stuck open or something. He checked it for an open recall suspecting it would be covered by the Ford 19S54 recall and only found some airbag recall issue. But the recall, that was issued just a few years ago, didn't come up because apparently it only covered vehicles made up through July 2009. Mine was made in I think November 2009. Not that many months apart and given that it exhibited the EXACT same behavior as the recall indicates, it seems it really should be extended to cover my car.
Hello, Around 3 years ago, I found out that Ford had a recall on 2010 Fusion for the brakes but my VIN # was not included. About a year and a half ago, I took my car to the shop because my brakes and rotors needed replaced. The mechanic called me to say even though they were all replaced, i still have to push the pedal to floor to stop but there was a recall on your make and model and to contact Ford. I then told him that when I checked a few years ago, it did not qualify. He then called Ford himself and was told the same thing. It cost us almost $900 to repair. Now only a little over a year later, the brakes are very bad and I’m asking that you please relook at VIN #’s. It scared me so bad today when I had to suddenly stop and all I heard was grinding and almost rear ended the car in front of me. It made me want to email you to find out if my car can fixed. This problem also causes wear and tear to happen faster because I should not have to replace them already after a short this period of time. Can you please re evaluate my car for the recall and also assistance with repairing the brakes and rotors? I do have the receipt from a licensed shop showing the repair I did already I can send too. Please advise. Thank you so much in advance for your time and help. I truly appreciate it!!
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while his spouse was driving 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced brake failure. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven back to the residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
I was driving and tried to stop and all my light came on dealing with my breaks. I replaced the brakes pads and that didn’t work. So I took it to the shop and they said that my ABS is out
About a month and half ago, I began experiencing issues with my brakes. They just would need to be pressed on more than the norm. I had the front brake pads replaced and still experienced the problem. I then took it to my local mechanic and they stated that the ABS module was faulty and needs to be replaced. I have experienced near crash incidents because of this.
Braking system just went down in middle of coming to stop sign. All lights for entire brakes system displayed. Abs went down. advance trac lights, wrench lights, Brake lights, Abs Lights, Anti slip lights, and no power in system to barely stop. Almost went into intersion before stopping with brakes to the floor.
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