2017 Ford Fusion Brakes Problems
NHTSA has logged 110 brake complaints for the 2017 Ford Fusion, 10% of all complaints that year, at a median 80,000 miles. A related recall (23V162000) covers front brake hose rupture and fluid leaks, tied to some of these reports.
- Brakes complaints
- 110
- 10% of 1,110
- Crashes reported
- 12
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 7
- Median mileage
- 80,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Brake pedal travels to the floor with little or no stopping power, sometimes while approaching a stop sign or turning at speed.
- Owners report soft, low, or spongy brake pedal feel that progressively worsens, in some cases traced to front brake line or hose failure.
- Vehicles fail to hold on hills, rolling backward or downhill after the brake pedal fails or when parked without using the parking brake.
- Drivers report grinding noise and absence of the expected anti-lock brake pumping sensation when braking hard.
- Several complaints describe sudden brake failure leading to collisions, including rear-ending other vehicles or striking fixed objects.
- Some owners connect their brake failure to NHTSA Campaign 23V162000, which covers front brake hose rupture and fluid leaks.
When 2017 Ford Fusion brake complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 3, 2016, latest May 22, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2017 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.
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 the 2017 Ford Fusion have?
- NHTSA lists 110 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Ford Fusion, which is 10% of the 1,110 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Ford Fusion?
- Yes. Recall 23V162000 covers 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles for front brake hoses that may rupture and leak brake fluid; Ford will replace the hoses free of charge.
- At what mileage do 2017 Fusion brake problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints is 80,000 miles.
- Have the 2017 Fusion's brake problems caused crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data tied to these brake complaints show 12 crashes, 1 fire, and 7 injuries reported.
- How does the 2017 Fusion compare to other years for brake complaints?
- The 2017 Fusion's 110 brake complaints and 10% share are similar to 2016 (162 complaints, 10%) but much higher than 2018 (7 complaints, 2%) and 2019 (6 complaints, 2%).