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2010 Ford Fusion electrical complaints

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Filed Jul 22, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 67,000 miles · MI

I was driving 70 MPH down the highway and my car just quit running. A few warning lights came on and I pulled over to the shoulder of the road. I was able to restart the car and merged onto the highway; the car quickly died again. I had the car towed home and was unable to start the car again since the anti-theft lock light was on. I had the car towed to a dealership and I am waiting to hear back from them.

Filed May 21, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 100,000 miles · CO

My 2010 ford fusion power steering failed. I started my car and received an error message that the electric steering system had a fault.

Filed Apr 22, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 140,000 miles · CA

Power stearing module has given out.

Filed Apr 10, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · OR

Power sterring some times when starting ,have to turn off them restart to make it work.windshiele wipers intermitten stopsworking,blind spot light,cross traffic,rear parking aid light comes on cant turn off all on starting off.

Filed Mar 23, 2019 · Airbags, Electrical · 12,900 miles · SC

After two day something is killing the battery.

Filed Mar 7, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 153,000 miles · AZ

On march 7th, 2019 at 0600 hours, an error code popped up on the dash showing a power steering assist fault. Car was stationary at this time at homeowners driveway. Steering wheel was difficult to turn as there was no power to the steering. According to to the federal safety agency documentation, numerous complaints on this same related issue prompted recalls on other models, however 2010 ford fusion, which experienced same problem was omitted from original recall. Further research revealed numerous complaints regarding same or similar issue prompting another investigation. Unknown what the second results yielded.

Filed Mar 4, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 120,000 miles · NH

Driving down the road and the service power steering lightcame on out of no where and my steering stopped working

Filed Feb 24, 2019 · Airbags, Electrical · 92,000 miles · MN

I am having problems with several things. Air bag was recalled so I took it to the ford dealership and they replaced it but the light won't go off, after getting my car back from the dealership the radio/speaker and seat warmers went out, soon after the heat/AC went out, the rear driver side tail light goes out very often, plate lights don't work, visor lights don't work. They're are too many issues that started at the same time, so I think it must be electrical. Thanks

Filed Feb 19, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · TX

Tamara recall power steering just went off in the middle of me driving on the highway . No warnings .

Filed Feb 1, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 206,000 miles · MN

Electronic power steering fault. The electronic power steering failed on me multiple times in the past week. It will be working fine then out of nowhere stop working and makes the car really hard to steer. Its happened when stationary and in motion when pulling in or out of the driveway. Needs to be recalled and fixed. I have stopped driving the car until it gets recalled and fixed for the safety of myself and others.

Filed Dec 21, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 80,000 miles · FL

I don't seem to understand how this issue has not been an official recall yet directed by the federal safety agency. Out of 3806 (as of dec 20 2018) there are 1024 strictly related to steering. I as well as so many other ford owners have fallen victim to the failing of the electronic power steering assist. Went out to go to work last night and power steering assist fault" continues to display, restarting vehicle does not seem to fix as others have stated. Am glad this did not occur while driving as has happened in other reports. I am seriously questioning as others have if it is going to take an accident that kills someone before this investigation is taken seriously. From what I can see its somethings that has been well known since this time last year, yet people continue to have it fail, and nothing is done on fords part. They just keep collecting money from people that have no other option than to have them fix it. Once the dealer opens I am going to be having to get the car towed to the dealer to have issue resolved, and I'm sure be quoted the $1,500-1,800 that others have been quoted, as well as be told "we haven't heard anything about this" until I mention all the reports, much like my door handle that broke, and wasn't until I talked to a different customer support agent that it actually was well known. What I'm seeing is issues which are very common, affecting hundreds to thousands of owners, but ford continues to says its not their problem, it hasn't been recalled so we must pay to get it fixed and be on our way. Honestly thinking as others that even as happy as I have been in the past with ford, it will probably not be my vehicle of choice come time to buy a new car as recently issues that should be getting addressed are consistently not being addressed.

Filed Dec 19, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 104,000 miles · VA

My car had "power steering assist fault" come up on the dashboard after I started it in a parking lot and the lack of power steering made the car unable to drive safely. This warning had come on several times over the past few months, but the owner's manual for the ford fusion 2010 says to turn off the car for 10 seconds and restart if this happens (pgs 213-15). This had solved the problem the past few times. The message will not go away now even after restarting the car. I have seen that there have been many problems with ford's eps system, especially since 2011-2013 models have been recalled. I was fortunate that it happened in a parking lot, but wanted to report the incident.

Filed Dec 9, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 131,786 miles · GA

After getting off of the interstate and heading to dinner with my girlfriend, everything was okay and running smooth. While heading back home, the "service advanctrac" and "service power steering" lights come on unexpectedly. So, I pull over, turn off the car and turn it back on. This solved nothing, furthermore it made the issue even worse. Simply search "2010 ford fusion" on google and you'll see many stories just like mine in a matter of a few scrolls. The worst part of this whole thing isn't even the hundreds and hundreds of dollars that must be put into the repair. If my power steering would have went out while I was on the interstate, I would not be here today to tell my story. So, what's it worth to you, ford? Is my life worth the $1,500 to you or will you let this continue to happen until a life is taken?... But that question might unfortunately be too late.

Filed Dec 6, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · 98,196 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford fusion. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags). The manufacturer advised the contact not to drive the vehicle due to the recall. The contact stated that the part was available, but the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was not driven for six months and became totally inoperable. The contact stated that the brakes have rusted out, the accelerator and brake pedals go down to the floorboard when depressed, and there was an abnormal oil odor coming from inside and outside the vehicle. The contact called elder ford (9560 n florida ave, tampa, fl 33612, (813) 498-0779), but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 98,196.

Filed Oct 30, 2018 · Electrical, Wheels · FL

Battery died due to sitting for a long period of time. Even though car was started numerous times during the week. Tires lost air twice due to sitting and told not to drive the vehicle.

Filed Oct 26, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · OH

My airbag has not been repaired because ford does not have the part. My steering went out while I was in motion. Not a recall for my VIN#

Filed Aug 6, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 146,470 miles · NC

This vehicle has been sitting for over a month due to my limited income as a veteran I can not afford to repair this issue at an estimate cost of $1600. This issue is not due to my negligence.power steering assist failure is the issue. I was driving it to work in dallas,nc when I experienced the steering wheel locked as I made a right turn into a parking space. After I struggled to get it into the parking space I also struggle to drive it home as well.once I got the vehicle home I called tindol ford in gastonia,nc regarding my concern I was informed that I need to have it diagnosed at my expense of $99. Then if it is the epas (electric power assist system) repair estimate cost can be about $1600. This vehicle specifically had a recall before not sure but I think it was for airbag and or seatbelt. Well since then I borrowed a temporary vehicle from family member due to repair cost being expensive. This ford fusion has a title lien through bridgecrest, in whom I finance with. Vehicle is almost paid in full.this issue however is not any of negligence but more so a manufacturer issue. The epas consist of a trw component which consist of everything to this failure such as the hydraulic the belt drive the drive rack the coder interface etc. I had a local mechanic look at it and the observation made was it's a power steering issue that only manufacturer can correct due to the complexity. The trw is a non serviceable unit. Enclosing I ask that you please contact the manufacturer and look into the facts of this matter which is fault of the manufacturer. I thank you in advance for your time and help with this matter.

Filed Jun 5, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · KY

My power steering went out in march of 2016. I had to pay out of pocket because there was not a recall on the 2010's just the 2011 and 2012's. Well here it is, 2018 and my power steering went out again... I cant see myself paying another $1500 for something that is out of my control. Seems as if it happens while the car is sitting. I can recall driving and a light came across my dash. I didn't know what the light meant and I didn't notice any change with my car until the next morning when I tried pulling out of my driveway. Its extremely dangerous!!!

Filed May 1, 2018 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 180,000 miles · GA

April 30, 2018 after driving for 3 hours on the highway at appr. 75 to 80 MPH the dash lights went haywire, flickering and then the service advancetrac warning came d. I was able to drive it to my exit and drive slowly. I could stop and go very slow. After a mile or 2 the batter light and all the lights came on and the brake light warning light came on. I could feel the car loosing power so I pulled over. At this time it was also chiming that the cross fault system was not available. After turning the car off, it would not start, the radio would play, lights would work and hazards would work .the steering was hard to turn the car was towed to a mechanic shop and I am awaiting a diagnosis. Earlier on april 16, I received a letter from ford stating they would no longer host the vehicle health report system.

Filed Feb 7, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford fusion. While driving 30 MPH, the power steering failed and all the indicators on the instrument panel illuminated. The vehicle was taken to auto zone where it was diagnosed with an electrical failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle be taken to the dealer. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Feb 3, 2018 · Electrical · 74,500 miles · MA

I currently have owned my 2010 ford fusion for about a year now. I love my car but I have one problem. Today february 3rd, 2018 my driver side power seat has stopped moving forward or backwards. I had brought my seat all the way back while cleaning my car and now that I am going to drive I went to bring my seat forward again and it will no longer move. I can barely touch the pedal and it is my only way of transportation. This is a safety hazard. I went to have it checked out but no ford dealer ships would take me to diagnose the problem so I had to go to a different mechanic. I was informed that the motor was bad and in order to fix it at a reasonable price they would have to go to a junk yard and find an other 2010 ford fusion with the same exact seat to take the motor out of that seat and put it in my car. I thought this was crazy im going to pay 500$ for them to put an old part in my car. So I then called westborough ford in massachusetts to ask them if they can get me the motor and what the cost was. They then continued to tell me that you guys no longer sell the motors seperatly and if I wanted the motor I would have to spend a thousand dollars on a whole new freaking track and motor assembly for my car and would not just get me that one motor that is bad. I am beyond frusterated because the motor should not be just crapping the bed if once its set, its set. Its not one of those things that is adjusted every single day. I am very disapointed in ford and would like the problem fixed asap.

Filed Jan 29, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 160,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford fusion. The contact stated that the power steering failed and the vehicle abruptly stalled. Prior to the failure, the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was inoperable, but was not towed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Jan 22, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · 117,000 miles · VA

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 ford fusion. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. On several occasions, while attempting to drive, the vehicle attempted to crank, but failed to start. The air bag warning indicator illuminated. The contact called beach ford at (757) 486-2717 (located at 2717 virginia beach blvd, virginia beach, va 23452) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Dec 25, 2017 · Electrical · 88,000 miles · MD · fire

Driver's side seat heater malfunctioned causing seat lining material to ignite and burn hole in seat leather and underlying material. Also scorched driver's coat and produced acrid smoke. This happened while driving on city street. Driver was wearing heavy winter coat and so did not feel the heat immediately.

Filed Dec 4, 2017 · Electrical · 124,700 miles · CA

13n03 electronic throttle body extended coverage I import my vehicle to canada on 23/nov/2017 from USA, and when I went to inspection for importing process they give me report that I have the issue of 13n03, so please advice, other wise I have my car not insured and not passed the inspection with other bigger issue 16s26 please advice what the error of the car, ford canada don't have any answer for there customer, and dealers don't help us with this case.

Filed Dec 4, 2017 · Electrical, Steering · 62,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford fusion. While driving 15 MPH and making a left turn, the power steering seized and the power steering, advance track, and tire pressure indicators illuminated. The contact was able to forcefully pull the vehicle over and called for assistance. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.

Filed Oct 28, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 94,543 miles · OR

I had a new battery placed and the oil changed with my local mechanic. I drove 3.5 miles home and, upon turning into my neighborhood, a red "stop safely now" alert flashed. There was no traffic so I proceeded to my home. Approximately 0.2 miles later the car lost acceleration, continuing at 10mph (even with the gas pedal to the floor) before losing all acceleration. I turned the car off and back on. The alarm had cleared. I restarted the car and drove 300 feet when the alarm recurred. I was 50 feet from my driveway so I restarted the car, cleared the alarm and went 15 feet before it recurred, with no ability to move in drive or reverse. I restarted the car a third time and the alarm had cleared again. I was pulling up my driveway at a significant incline when it recurred. I was able to make it up my driveway and park. I called my mechanic and, after a quick on-line search, he informed me there was ford technical service bulletin 12-5-14 on this specific issue. This was an extraordinarily dangerous situation. This incident occurred without warning. In other circumstances-my wife or children in the car, driving on the highway, driving in rapidly moving traffic- my family's well-being would have been placed at great risk. Ford should not be allowed to jeopardize the safety of my family for a problem they are clearly aware of and are not addressing, I assume to minimize financial losses. What is being done to hold ford accountable for ensuring the safety of their customers and other drivers on the road who are also placed at risk by this design flaw ford acknowledges?

Filed Oct 26, 2017 · Electrical · MI

The drivers side inside handle won't open car door

Filed Jul 31, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 29,248 miles · ND

While driving upon acceleration increase of speed and slowing down there is a loud wining sound. When driving the vehicle for 15-20 minutes I can smell fuel inside the car. This is not when filling fuel it's while the car is driven for a length of time each day. The battery goes dead when sitting for one to two weeks. We have purchased 2 batteries in 1 year, had cables and connections cleaned and replaced. There has been messages coming up for "check engine" and the fan is noisy when the air or heat is turned up.

Filed Jul 12, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 79,000 miles · TX

I have a 2010 ford fusion with less than 80k miles on it. The power steering went out on this vehicle while my wife was driving with our 3 year old in the backseat. She was barely able to get it off the road, as well as return the vehicle home. This is extremely dangerous! The only warning light that turned on was the service power steering message and the service advancetrak message. I took the vehicle to my mechanic they were able to see trouble codes, and cleared them. The drove the vehicle about 15 miles and were not able to replicate the problem. We picked up the vehicle 7/11/17 and drove 15 miles home and left for the night. 7/12/15 the morning of, my wife proceeded to drive the vehicle 3 miles and sure enough same problem happened to her while driving. For the life of me I cannot understand this issue. Why is there a recall for the 2011 vehicles but not for 2010, which from my understanding is what sparked the entire recall period. Ford needs to remedy this issue, or provide a fix for the vehicle.

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