How common are fuel system complaints for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

NHTSA lists 40 fuel system complaints for the 2010 Fusion Hybrid, which is 8% of its 508 total complaints for the year — the highest share among the model years listed.

Is there a recall for the throttle body issue on the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this fuel system problem area on the 2010 Fusion Hybrid.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 79,780 miles.

Did the fuel system problem cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 injuries and 0 fires associated with these fuel system complaints.

How does 2010 compare to other Fusion Hybrid model years for fuel system complaints?

2010 has by far the most fuel system complaints, 40, compared to other years which range from 0 to 9 complaints.

2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Fuel System Problems

The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid has 40 fuel system complaints, 8% of its 508 total complaints for the year, the highest share of any model year listed. Owners typically report throttle body failures with sudden power loss, at a median 79,780 miles. No related recall is listed.

Fuel System complaints: 40; 8% of 508
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 79,780 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Sudden loss of power or stalling while driving, often on highways or ramps, with the vehicle unable to exceed roughly 30-40 mph afterward.
A dashboard "wrench" warning symbol appears along with reduced throttle response, sometimes recurring multiple times before repair.
Owners were repeatedly told by dealers that the throttle body was faulty and needed replacement.
Some owners report the car entering a battery-only limp mode when the issue occurred.
Multiple owners describe the problem as widely known among Fusion Hybrid owners but not covered by a full recall, only a limited customer satisfaction program.

When 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 20, 2013, latest Oct 28, 2021.

40 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2013 to Oct 2021; peak Sep 2013 (3).

Fuel System recalls for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by Fusion Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201040 (8%)
20114 (3%)
20122 (2%)
20139 (7%)
20143 (5%)
20151 (2%)
20162 (4%)
20174 (6%)
20183 (5%)
20190 (0%)
20200 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are fuel system complaints for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid?: NHTSA lists 40 fuel system complaints for the 2010 Fusion Hybrid, which is 8% of its 508 total complaints for the year — the highest share among the model years listed.
Is there a recall for the throttle body issue on the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this fuel system problem area on the 2010 Fusion Hybrid.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 79,780 miles.
Did the fuel system problem cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 injuries and 0 fires associated with these fuel system complaints.
How does 2010 compare to other Fusion Hybrid model years for fuel system complaints?: 2010 has by far the most fuel system complaints, 40, compared to other years which range from 0 to 9 complaints.