How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Ford Fusion?

NHTSA lists 150 brake complaints for the 2014 Fusion, which is 11% of the 1,330 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Ford Fusion?

Yes. Recall 23V162000 covers front brake hoses that may rupture and leak brake fluid on 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles, and recall 22V011000 covers brake pedal bumper replacement on 2014-2015 Fusion vehicles sold in certain states.

At what mileage do 2014 Fusion brake problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on this model year is 78,000 miles.

Did the 2014 Fusion brake issues cause crashes?

Owners reported 15 crashes and 1 fire tied to brake complaints for the 2014 Fusion, along with 15 injuries.

Is the 2014 Fusion worse for brakes than other years?

The 2014 Fusion's 11% brake-complaint share falls in the middle of the range for this model, below the 2010 (14%) and 2015 (14%) model years but above 2013 (5%) and 2018-2019 (2%).

2014 Ford Fusion Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 150 brake complaints for the 2014 Ford Fusion, 11% of that year's 1,330 total complaints, with 15 crashes and 1 fire reported. Median mileage at failure was 78,000 miles. Two related recalls cover front brake hose rupture and brake pedal bumpers.

Brakes complaints: 150; 11% of 1,330
Crashes reported: 15
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 15
Median mileage: 78,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners describe the brake pedal sinking or traveling to the floor with little or no stopping power, often ending in a crash.
Several report the vehicle continuing to move or even accelerating forward after the brake pedal was fully depressed.
Some describe a front brake line or brake hose bursting suddenly, causing loss of brake fluid and no braking power.
A few owners report the car slowly gliding or failing to hold still at a stop even with firm brake pressure.
One complaint links the pedal-sinking symptom to a flashing parking brake malfunction light.

When 2014 Ford Fusion brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 17, 2015, latest Sep 15, 2026.

150 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2023 Q2 (18).

Brakes recalls for the 2014 Ford Fusion

NHTSA 23V162000Mar 10, 2023Brakes1,280,726 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.
NHTSA 22V011000Jan 13, 2022Brakes199,085 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 Mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Hawaii. Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Risk: A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "PARK" position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on March 4, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 13, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S02.

Brakes complaints by Fusion model year

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

200641 (6%)
2007152 (14%)
2008543 (40%)
2009534 (52%)
2010695 (14%)
2011286 (10%)
2012198 (8%)
201391 (5%)
2014150 (11%)
2015135 (14%)
2016162 (10%)
2017110 (10%)
20187 (2%)
20196 (2%)
202011 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Ford Fusion?: NHTSA lists 150 brake complaints for the 2014 Fusion, which is 11% of the 1,330 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Ford Fusion?: Yes. Recall 23V162000 covers front brake hoses that may rupture and leak brake fluid on 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles, and recall 22V011000 covers brake pedal bumper replacement on 2014-2015 Fusion vehicles sold in certain states.
At what mileage do 2014 Fusion brake problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on this model year is 78,000 miles.
Did the 2014 Fusion brake issues cause crashes?: Owners reported 15 crashes and 1 fire tied to brake complaints for the 2014 Fusion, along with 15 injuries.
Is the 2014 Fusion worse for brakes than other years?: The 2014 Fusion's 11% brake-complaint share falls in the middle of the range for this model, below the 2010 (14%) and 2015 (14%) model years but above 2013 (5%) and 2018-2019 (2%).