2010 Ford Fusion
Common Problems
Ranked from 2436 federal NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
42 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Air bag recall issues
1109complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe Takata air bags are part of a recall, but replacement parts are unavailable, posing a safety risk.
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Throttle Body Failure
812complaintsSafety riskEngineThe throttle body fails, causing the engine to stall or lose power, and the check engine light and wrench icon appear on the dashboard.
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Power steering assist failure
234complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe power steering assist system intermittently fails, causing the steering to become difficult to turn.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Engine stall at idle due to throttle body failure
113complaintsSafety riskEngineThe throttle body fails, causing the engine to stall at idle and lose power while driving.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Brake Pedal Goes to Floorboard
64complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe brake pedal depresses to the floorboard, causing a delay in stopping the vehicle.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Steering wheel seizes
30complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering wheel becomes immovable, making the vehicle difficult to control and potentially causing a crash.
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Power steering failure due to steering rack and pinion malfunction
29complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe steering rack and pinion malfunction, causing the power steering to fail and making it extremely difficult to steer the vehicle.
$900–$2,000est. steering rack replacement · 4–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Brake pedal goes to floor with reduced braking force
28complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal becomes soft and goes to the floor, reducing braking force and increasing stopping distance.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Power steering fails, requiring excessive force to steer
25complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering system fails, requiring excessive force to turn the steering wheel and making the vehicle difficult to control.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Steering warning lights illuminate
25complaintsMedium severitySteeringSteering warning lights illuminate, indicating a problem with the power steering system.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Steering wheel seizure
24complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe steering wheel seizes, making it impossible to steer the vehicle, posing a significant safety risk.
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Power steering failure due to electronic power steering (EPS) system malfunction
21complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe EPS system malfunctions, causing the steering wheel to become extremely difficult to turn and potentially leading to loss of control of the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Power steering warning light due to system malfunction
21complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe power steering system malfunctions, causing the warning light to illuminate on the dashboard, indicating a potential issue with the power steering assist.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
ABS Module Failure
20complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe anti-lock brake system (ABS) fails, causing the brake pedal to depress to the floorboard and reducing stopping power.
$800–$2,000est. abs module replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Brake system failure with long pedal travel
20complaintsHigh severityBrakesBrake pedal goes to the floor with minimal braking, requiring hard pressure to stop the vehicle.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Steering assist fault causing steering difficulty
20complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering assist system fails, making it difficult to turn the steering wheel.
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Brake system sponginess and failure
19complaintsMedium severityBrakesBrake pedal is spongy and fails to engage, requiring hard pressure to stop the vehicle.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Brake pedal goes to floor with ABS warning light
17complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal depresses to the floor and the ABS light comes on, making it difficult to stop the vehicle.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Brake system recall issues
16complaintsMedium severityBrakesRecall for brake system issues has not resolved the problem, with continued brake failure symptoms.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Brake pedal goes to floor
13complaintsHigh severityOtherThe brake pedal depresses to the floorboard without warning, requiring excessive braking distance.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 21
Brake pedal goes to the floor with weak braking power
12complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe brake pedal becomes unresponsive and the braking distance is significantly increased, posing a risk of collision.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Brake pedal travel too far
12complaintsSafety riskOtherThe brake pedal requires excessive travel to stop the vehicle, posing a risk of delayed braking response.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 23
Engine power loss due to throttle body failure
12complaintsHigh severityEngineThe throttle body malfunctions cause the engine to lose power and fail to accelerate.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 24
Loss of service brakes
10complaintsSafety riskOtherThe service brakes fail, causing the brake pedal to go to the floor and making it difficult to stop the vehicle.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 25
Engine stalling and loss of power
9complaintsSafety riskEngineThe engine stalls and loses power, causing the vehicle to shake violently and potentially stall on its own.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 26
Power steering failure due to electronic stability control (ESC) issues
9complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe electronic stability control (ESC) system fails, causing the power steering to stop working.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 27
Transmission fluid leak
9complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe transmission fluid leaks, causing a loss of fluid and potential shifting issues.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 15V793000
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Engine stall due to throttle body malfunction
8complaintsMedium severityEngineThe throttle body malfunctions cause the engine to stall or lose power, indicated by a WRENCH light.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 29
Power steering assist fault due to electronic power assist steering (EPAS) failure
8complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system fails, causing the power steering to stop working and requiring significant effort to steer the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 30
Power steering assist fault while driving
8complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering assist fails while driving, making the steering wheel extremely difficult to turn.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 31
Brake system fails to stop vehicle
7complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system fails to stop the vehicle, requiring multiple applications of the pedal to regain braking power.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Engine loss of power at high speed due to electronic stability control failure
7complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe electronic stability control system failed, causing the engine to lose power and stall at high speeds.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 33
Engine stalling and jerking at high speed due to throttle actuator failure
7complaintsHigh severityEngineThe throttle actuator failed, causing the engine to stall and jerk at high speeds.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 34
Fuel system issues causing engine surging and rough idling
7complaintsMedium severityFuel systemFuel system problems cause the engine to surge and run roughly, especially when coming to a stop.
Related recall: 15V793000
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Throttle body issues and acceleration problems
6complaintsMedium severityEngineThe throttle body malfunctions, causing the vehicle to lose acceleration and stall, requiring frequent restarts.
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ABS System Failure
5complaintsSafety riskOtherThe Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) fails, causing the brake pedal to drop and the vehicle to lose control.
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Brake failure in wet or snowy conditions
4complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe brakes fail to function properly in wet or snowy conditions, causing the brake pedal to drop to the floor and reducing the vehicle's stopping ability.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V904000
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Fuel system failure and leaks
4complaintsSafety riskFuel systemThe fuel system fails, causing the vehicle to lose power and potentially leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Related recall: 15V793000
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Airbag recall due to Takata defect
2complaintsSafety riskOtherAirbags may deploy with metal parts, causing injury risk.
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Power steering failure due to low tire pressure
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringLow tire pressure causes the power steering to fail, requiring significant effort to steer the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 41
Transmission slippage
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission slips while driving, causing the vehicle to lose power and difficulty shifting gears.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 10V222000
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Transmission slipping
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission slips in first, second, and third gears, causing the engine to rev excessively and the vehicle to feel jerky and difficult to control.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 10V222000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.