How common are brake problems on the 2015 Ford Fusion?

NHTSA lists 135 brake complaints for the 2015 Fusion, which is 14% of all 993 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2015 Ford Fusion?

Yes. Campaign 23V162000 covers front brake hoses that may rupture and leak brake fluid, and campaign 22V011000 covers replacement of brake and clutch pedal bumpers.

At what mileage do brake problems tend to show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 76,000 at the time of brake-related failure for the 2015 Fusion.

Have the brake issues caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records associate the brake complaints for this year with 12 crashes, 2 fires, and 5 injuries.

How does 2015 compare to other Fusion years for brake complaints?

The 2015 Fusion's 14% brake complaint share matches 2010 (14%) and is higher than 2013 (5%), 2018 (2%), and 2019 (2%).

2015 Ford Fusion Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 135 brake complaints for the 2015 Ford Fusion, 14% of that year's 993 total complaints, tied to 12 crashes, 2 fires, and 5 injuries. Two related recalls cover front brake hose rupture and brake pedal bumpers. Median mileage at failure was 76,000.

Brakes complaints: 135; 14% of 993
Crashes reported: 12
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 5
Median mileage: 76,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal suddenly goes soft or sinks to the floorboard with little to no stopping power, often ending in a rear-end collision.
Front brake hoses reportedly rupture and leak fluid, sometimes linked to the recall for brake hose failure due to age.
Some owners describe brake pulsation while stopping or turning, in one case followed by unintended acceleration into a fixed object.
A few reports describe smoke or fire near the rear of the vehicle after receiving the brake hose recall notice.
Owners describe the vehicle veering or becoming uncontrollable when brakes are applied hard at highway speed.
One recent complaint describes intermittent jerking and unexpected activation of the emergency brake along with a failing backup camera.

When 2015 Ford Fusion brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 29, 2015, latest Sep 8, 2026.

135 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2023 Q2 (24).

Brakes recalls for the 2015 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 common are brake problems on the 2015 Ford Fusion?: NHTSA lists 135 brake complaints for the 2015 Fusion, which is 14% of all 993 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2015 Ford Fusion?: Yes. Campaign 23V162000 covers front brake hoses that may rupture and leak brake fluid, and campaign 22V011000 covers replacement of brake and clutch pedal bumpers.
At what mileage do brake problems tend to show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 76,000 at the time of brake-related failure for the 2015 Fusion.
Have the brake issues caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records associate the brake complaints for this year with 12 crashes, 2 fires, and 5 injuries.
How does 2015 compare to other Fusion years for brake complaints?: The 2015 Fusion's 14% brake complaint share matches 2010 (14%) and is higher than 2013 (5%), 2018 (2%), and 2019 (2%).