2008 Ford Fusion Service Brakes Problems
- 393
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 393 stored complaint records:
- 21 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pedal · 83 records
- pedal goes · 18 records
- went floor · 16 records
- master cylinder · 16 records
- control unit · 15 records
- pedal went · 14 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 138 |
| 60–100k mi | 133 |
| 150–400k mi | 57 |
| 30–60k mi | 20 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes
Was driving on route 72 in vonore tn area and slowed down to turn left -brakes didn't "grab" and car didn't slow down. This happened before don't lose all brake but down to like 10%. Never returns to normal unless i find a parking lot to reverse and then slam on brakes hard - was told to do this by brake mechanic.
ODI 11075562
Service Brakes
Been experiencing increased stopping distance (e.g., running up on vehicles at traffic lights). Two days ago, wife unable to stop in parking space - ran up and over the stop-block. I checked the vehicle and found brake pedal moves slowly to floor under constant foot pressure. Dealer says hcu needs replacing.
ODI 11074429
Service Brakes
Had new front brake pads installed nov 2017. During rush hour going 25 under the posted speed limit of 45 mph (as fast as i could safely go with traffic), i was rear ended. Brakes would not work, brake pedal went all the way to the floor. Crashed into car in front of me. After repair (new front end), brakes will still go all the way to the floor on occasion, and are very jumpy-like it's stopping then releasing…
Crash reported
ODI 11113327
Service Brakes
Brake pedal fade. When applying brakes, pedal goes almost to the floor resulting in panic type reflexes. Have had issues not being able to stop in allotted time. Has happened in the past, but seemed to have "corrected" itself. Recently have had snowy, wet road conditions and issue has come back. Very unsafe, could result in an accident, could result in injury and/or death. Read a lot of complaints about same issue.…
ODI 11072051
Service Brakes
Upon applying the brakes when approaching a stop light and going over a small bump, the brakes failed and it took extended distance to stop creating a hazardous event almost causing an accident into another vehicle. Since event occurred, the brakes feel spongy and it takes extended braking distance to stop. After research and diagnostics i was informed it is the abs modulator failing. I called ford to discuss the…
ODI 11071964
Service Brakes
I finally got the abs control module replaced in the ford fusion after living with 'soft brakes' for many years. When an abs event occurs, the pedal goes soft immediately after, and the braking distance significantly increases. The abs warning light never came on. Ford should be more responsible about taking care of this defect before people get hurt.
ODI 11067351
Service Brakes
I took the car in for inspection. As part of the inspection, the mechanic performed a braking test where he drove the car slammed on the brakes hard. Following their doing this, the brakes are mushy and the brake pedal had to be pushed to the floor to get the car to stop.
ODI 11073023
Service Brakes
Brake pedal travels farther down before stopping ...
ODI 11076184
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford fusion. While driving 15 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond. As a result, the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to pittsboro ford ([redacted], pittsboro, nc 27312, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed and the abm and master cylinder were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure…
Crash reported
ODI 11065048
Service Brakes
After an abs braking event the brakes become soft and hit floor, greatly increasing the stopping distance and force needed to break and slow down and stop the car. This is the same issue as the current investigation "pe 16-017"
ODI 11066720
Service Brakes
After the abs engaging while slowing down on a slippery road, the brake pedal is now spongy/ has a longer travel than normal. Vehicle exhibiting same symptoms as the investigation already underway.
ODI 11061576
Air Bags · Service Brakes
Takata recall airbag on recall for over a year and no fix in sight was told not to put anyone in my front seat ford will not give a loaner. Also now my abs systems is having trouble and they have not issued a recall even though others are experiencing the same trouble. Car is literally a death trap. When driving i have to push brakes to the floor and pump them to get it to stop my brakes and rotors are both good
ODI 11061522
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford fusion. While attempting to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal extended to the floorboard and caused the stopping distance to be extended. While inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the brake fluid was low. After refilling the brake fluid reservoir, the failure continued. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the…
ODI 11065321
Service Brakes
On several occurrences in the past, my brakes have "gone soft" after a need to slam on the brakes or hitting an icy patch of road. On 05 january 2018, i had a need to slam on the brakes in traffic. After the initial need to hit the brakes, i needed to hit them hard again to avoid hitting another vehicle. I ended up swerving into a ditch, which i believe is a direct result of the brake issue on my car. Had i been…
Crash reported
ODI 11062310
Service Brakes
When applying the brakes on a snow-covered road the abs turned on. After that event the brake pedal went very soft and did not stop the car. Now the brake pedal goes all the way to the floor. It seems to be the same problem everyone else is having with the abs hydraulic control unit design flaw.
ODI 11060709
Seats · Service Brakes
2008 ford fusion brakes are sinking all the way down to the floor at 93k while in motion. I see a lot of complaints from others online, but no confirmation that ford will take care of the matter or it being listed as a recall. Also the driver seat warmer does not work.
ODI 11062986
Service Brakes
I drove over a rough patch of ice going 40 mph in a city and the abs engaged. However, the brake pedal went to the floor, and i ended up in the middle of an intersection. Since then, my brakes have been spongy and require more pressure in order to stop my car.
ODI 11057856
Service Brakes
Brakes are spongy and need pumped to stop the vehicle
ODI 11062453
Power Train · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford fusion. While driving 30 mph, the wrench warning icon illuminated "powertrain fault". The contact depressed the brake pedal and it traveled to the floorboard. The vehicle was eventually able to stop and pulled over to the side of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to odaniel ford mitsubishi (631 lincoln hwy w, new haven, in 46774, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the…
ODI 11058444
Service Brakes
This is a continuiny problem with the brakes. When braking hard during rainy or snowy conditions, the brake pedal goes soft. You still have brakes, but i need to pump them for maximum stopping. In past years we have had them basically reset themselves over a short period of time. If you check on line forums, this is a common problem. My dealer drained and replaced the brake fluid, and wants to replace rubber…
ODI 11060828
Service Brakes
I was driving my 08 ford fusion i went to stop at stop light my brake pedal went all the way to the floor to wear it felt like i had to push it all the way to the motor for it to stop. This has happened to me the total of four times in the 16months that i have had the car. Usually if you keep going forward then backwards the brake would come back but this last time the brake pedal never came back and is all the way…
ODI 11057646
Service Brakes
Right rear caliper is locked again, evev after it was replaced. It wears the right rear brake pads while drivig. The brake pads are constantly smoking while driving and the rotor is too hot to touch and the pedal goes to floor when the car is stopped at anytime. The vehicle is now parked, because it is too dangerous to drive. The cost of repair parts when i last checked was over $1,200.
ODI 11128309
Service Brakes
This problem occurs while in motion, and only after the abs system is activated. After the abs system is activated the brakes get very soft. When in this state, the brake pedal goes almost to the floor before the brakes slow the car, and i am very concerned about stopping distance and also the extra time it takes to depress the brake that far. The system typically does not recover from this until the car is taken in…
ODI 11056122
Service Brakes
The car lost braking power. When the abs brakes engaged, i had to push the brake pedal all the way down to get them to engage. My mechanic replaced the master cylinder initially. This fixed the problem temporarily, but later, again when the abs engaged, the pedal got spongy and the pedal had to go all the way to the floor to brake. Then, my mechanic found that this was a known defect and replaced the abs control…
ODI 11056036
Service Brakes
Noticed spongy brake pedal/pedal not firm/going almost to the floor. This issue occurred shortly after hitting a large pot hole/bump while in motion, braking for a right hand turn onto a city street. Abs was activated during the turn upon hitting the bump, although the road conditions were dry and not slippery. Vehicle would still stop with the spongy pedal, but the pedal had more travel than it should have before…
ODI 11055765
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 2008 Ford Fusion.
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