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2014 Ford Fusion: shudder or vibration when accelerating

7 of the 1,337 complaints about the 2014 Ford Fusion describe shudder or vibration when accelerating.

owner complaints
7
of this car's complaints
1%
typical mileage
48,000
recalls
6
Is there a fix? There are 6 recalls and 29 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Shudder or vibration when accelerating by model year

What owners say

Filed Sep 5, 2024 · Engine · AL

My 2014 ford fusion titanium 2.0 ecoboost engine has Coolant leaks causing engine overheating, missfire on cylender 4, car keeps shuddering and stalling while driving. Contacted ford about this issiue they refused to fix it even though there is a mass recall on the same Caras mie for the same issiues

Filed Mar 24, 2022 · Engine · 48,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the engine coolant would be depleted during normal vehicle operation. Due to the failure, the vehicle would overheat while driving with white colored smoke coming from the engine. The contact also stated that the vehicle would stall and shudder while driving with the check engine warning light intermittently flashing on the instrument panel. The contact had called a dealer and was given an estimate for the repair. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the failure was linked to a coolant leak; however, the mechanic had not determined the source of the leak. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency for assistance. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.

Filed Nov 24, 2020 · Engine · NE

The transmission has to be replaced at low mileage. Research showed this a huge issue with other owners of the ford fusion 2013-2015. Similar to engine problems, transmission problems are the last thing any driver would like to deal with. This is because it costs a lot of money on repair and requires a certain skill set to get it fixed. Unfortunately, 2014 ford fusion transmission problems were the third most reported about this vehicle. In general, the problems were related to issues with shifting, complete transmission failure, and transmission shuttering. Many owners of vehicles around 28,000 miles reported rough transmission shifting along with transmission slipping, which is not expected at this mileage of this vehicle. The problem was mostly resolved by either replacing the transmission or performing a global reset. The average repair cost for transmission slipping was about $750. At least two owners reported a complete transmission failure of their 73,000 miles vehicles. The owners mentioned that they performed regular maintenance to the vehicle, and they did not see any warning signs that could point them to do something before the complete failure. The owners did not include information about repair options or repair costs. Lastly, a couple of owners indicated frustration from transmission shuttering every time they drive the vehicle. They mentioned that the shuttering fades out after they drive for a long time. However, the shuddering becomes more severe when they switch from park to drive or vise versa. Unfortunately, transmission shuttering occurred at relatively new vehicles around 5,000 miles.

Filed Dec 11, 2018 · Transmission · 66,600 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford fusion. While driving various low speeds, the dual clutch hesitated and began shuddering without warning. The failure occurred only when the vehicle accelerated. The vehicle was taken to park auto group (801 commercial pkwy, dover, oh 44622) where it was diagnosed that the clutch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to file a complaint with the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 66,600.

Filed Nov 18, 2016 · Engine · 60,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford fusion. While starting the vehicle, the engine stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart, but began to shudder. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Filed Feb 24, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 25,800 miles · CA

Battery was initially not taking a charge, they said it was a defective module and replaced both the module and the rear back up camera which they said was draining the battery. In this case they had the car for 2 1/2 weeks before returning it to me .. About 4 days after I got it back the car started shuddering during a reverese position in a parking lot and died.. It started right up again.. The next day it lost all acceleration at a lower speed in stop and go traffic, once again it died but started right up again. It did this two more times once on the freeway the other time down the street from my home. Ford has had the car for 5 days (since 2/19/2016) now and says there is no codes or have been able to duplicate the problem..

Filed Jan 13, 2016 · Transmission · 250 miles · OH

Transmission slips. Shudders and shakes shifting into gear from a stop.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Power train: manual transmissionReported June 9, 2026 · 5,252 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Focus and 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 18V169 and 18V845. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
Risk
A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will inspect Focus vehicles and replace the clutch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were October 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S43. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on on July 6,2026.

Recall number 26V376000 · Recall details

Power train: shift linkage/cable/rodReported June 10, 2022 · 2,925,968 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Risk
A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.

Recall number 22V413000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shiftReported May 13, 2019 · 259,182 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.5 liter engines. The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. The condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
Risk
If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S16. Note: Owners are directed to use the parking brake until the recall remedy repairs can be made. This recall is an expansion of 18V471.

Recall number 19V362000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shiftReported July 16, 2018 · 504,182 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Escape, and 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles, equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions. The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. The condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
Risk
If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S20. Note: Owners are directed to use the parking brake until the recall remedy repairs can be made.

Recall number 18V471000 · Recall details

Power train: manual transmissionReported March 12, 2018 · 5,361 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission and 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Also included are four 2017 Ford Focus vehicles that had clutch replacements with potentially affected parts. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
Risk
A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Focus vehicles with software that detects and prevents prolonged clutch slip, and will replace the clutch, as necessary, free of charge. Owners of Fusion vehicles will have their clutch assembly replaced free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S07.

Recall number 18V169000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)Reported November 18, 2014 · 56,479 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured July 27, 2013, to October 31, 2014, 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to October 31, 2014, and 2015 Ford Fusion Energi vehicles manufactured July 14, 2014, to October 31, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the key may be able to be removed even while the transmission is not in Park. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk
If the key can be removed despite that the transmission is not in Park, a driver may think the vehicle is safety parked, when it is not, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway that could cause the vehicle to strike and injure the driver, other vehicle occupants, or bystanders.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14C11.

Recall number 14V736000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2014 Ford Fusion shudder

Is shudder or vibration when accelerating a common problem on the 2014 Ford Fusion?

7 of 1,337 owner complaints about the 2014 Ford Fusion (1%) mention shudder or vibration when accelerating. The model year with the most reports is 2010.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2014 Ford Fusion?

There are 6 recalls and 29 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2014 Ford Fusion

Power steering loss 116Check engine light 90Stalling 84Door locks 74Loss of power 69Overheating 61Engine failure 55Backup camera 40Jerking 34Steering lock-up 29Won't shift 27Transmission failure 26ABS 25Fire or smoke 24Misfire 21Hesitation 20Wipers 20Won't start 20Seat belt 19Brake failure 17Grinding brakes 15Airbag light 12Slipping 12Headlights 10Adaptive cruise 9Tire blowout 9No deployment 8Harsh shifting 8Warning lights 8Battery drain 7Knocking 7Key fob 7Ball joint 6Screen failure 6Power windows 5Pulling 5

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