2010 Ford Fusion Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 694 brake complaints for the 2010 Ford Fusion, 14% of all complaints that year, with 37 crashes and 16 injuries. A related recall (19V904000) covers ABS Hydraulic Control Unit valves reacting with brake fluid. Median mileage at failure is 102,000.
- Brakes complaints
- 694
- 14% of 5,120
- Crashes reported
- 37
- Fires reported
- 3
- Injuries reported
- 16
- Median mileage
- 102,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the brake pedal suddenly going to the floor with no resistance and little to no stopping power, sometimes leading to rear-end crashes.
- Some drivers describe a burning odor from the brakes after repeated braking on downhill or mountainous roads.
- Several complaints describe simultaneous loss of power steering, traction control, and ABS along with brake warning lights, causing the steering to lock up.
- One owner reported a fire that destroyed the engine and front interior of the car with no prior warning lights.
- A few owners noted the advance trac or ABS warning light illuminating just before the braking or steering problem occurred.
When 2010 Ford Fusion brake complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 4, 2010, latest Sep 22, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2010 Ford Fusion
- NHTSA 19V904000Dec 18, 2019Brakes600,166 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
Brakes complaints by Fusion model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Ford Fusion?
- NHTSA lists 694 brake-related complaints for the 2010 Ford Fusion, which is 14% of all 5,120 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2010 Ford Fusion?
- Yes. Recall 19V904000 covers 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles where valves in the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit may react with certain brake fluids; Ford flushes the brake system and installs a new reservoir.
- At what mileage do 2010 Ford Fusion brake problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 102,000 miles.
- How serious are the reported brake issues?
- NHTSA data tied to this complaint area shows 37 crashes, 16 injuries, and 3 fires among the reports filed.