2008 Ford Fusion Air Bags Problems
- 620
- 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 620 stored complaint records:
- 16 indicate a crash
- 12 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- takata recall · 78 records
- parts recall · 37 records
- recall remedy · 22 records
- failure parts · 20 records
- parts distribution · 17 records
- distribution disconnect · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 56 |
| 30–60k mi | 37 |
| 100–150k mi | 37 |
| 150–400k mi | 18 |
| 1–30k mi | 12 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags · Structure
In the summer of 2013 i noticed that the passenger dash was coming undone (separating from the dash and sticking up) in front of the airbag of my 2008 ford fusion. The dash is now curled up so much that i fear that it may interfere with the deployment of the passenger airbag. At the time of this complaint, there are no known statements regarding the foam vinyl separating from the dash. I would like to know if any…
ODI 10682497
Air Bags
Takata recall - i purchased a 2008 ford fusion in 2010 with only 19,000 miles. During the month of july 2013, it was a very hot summer day, 90 degrees and my car windows were shut tight. My car sat in the parking lot during working hours at least 9 hours. At this time, i had 33,000 miles on this car and my first ford vehicle purchased. I entered inside, i noticed on the instrument panel on the front passenger side…
ODI 10910683
Air Bags
In the summer of 2013 i noticed that the passenger dash was coming undone (separating from the dash and sticking up) in front of the airbag of my 2008 ford fusion. The dash is now curled up so much that i fear that it may interfere with the deployment of the passenger airbag. At the time of this complaint, there are no known statements regarding the foam vinyl separating from the dash. I would like to know if any…
ODI 10679064
Air Bags · Structure
Dashboard warped over passenger side airbag partially blocking airbag cover. Fear it might affect airbag deployment on passenger side. *tr
ODI 10569040
Air Bags
Passenger airbag is about to explode took it to dealer and they said that needs to be replaced immediately but it will cost me over $1,500.00 to do it. I've read online reviews and i'm seeing a lot of other customers complaining about same thing. Hopefully you guys can do something about it before it gets to late. Desperate consumer.
ODI 10724047
Air Bags · Electrical System · Structure
I noticed the dash board around the airbag is separating about 2 months ago i tried to push the seam back down but it still puckers. Yesterday i tried to start my car and there was a continuous clicking sound coming from the dashboard and the security lock light and airbag light were flashing very fast. I just parked the car about 1 hour before and there was no problems until i came back to start it. I tried for…
ODI 10519980
Air Bags
The air bag compartment on the passenger side has come away from the seam and is bubbeling. Now their is a powder substance that's brown that is coming out of their as if the balloon is drying up. Alamogordo is a hot area where temps range from 90-100 degrees. The car has not been in an accident and nothing has hit the dashboard to cause it to bubble or the seems come attached. It just started gradually happening. I…
ODI 10811813
Air Bags
I am the original purchaser of a 2008 for fusion. The dashboard around the passenger side airbag has been peeling up and presenting possible airbag malfunction risks/aesthetics problem for around a year now. I have taken it to the dealership i purchased it at and been told it is not covered under the extended warranty i have, no action was taken to repair the defect. *tr
ODI 10592911
Air Bags · Structure
Dash board around passenger air bag bubbling out, lifting up, air bag light stays on in car. Worried air bag might deploy when it's not suppose to or not deploy when i need it to. *tr
ODI 10542916
Air Bags
I've recently noticed my passenger air bag cover is starting to separate from it's adhesive. This is an alarming safety issue for me as well as any passenger that maybe sitting in the front seat. My vehicle is a 2008 ford fusion. When i purchased the car there were noticeable issue. My concern is if on the off chance there is an accident will be passenger be safe and will front passenger air bag to deploy. *tr
ODI 10513127
Air Bags · Structure
I have seen many complaints about the dash popping up around the passenger airbag. I have been having the same problem. What i want to know is why nothing is being done about it? My car is a 2008 i've had it for 8 months and about a month ago this starting happening. This is a manufacturers defect not wear & tear. *tr
ODI 10515066
Air Bags · Service Brakes
Takata recall. The airbag light continues to stay on, every once in a wail the light go off for a day or so but comes back on. When i make a turn, as i apply the brakes the car seems to slide.
ODI 11045952
Air Bags · Cruise Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford fusion. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag casing lifted and was separating from the dashboard without warning. The vehicle was taken to three independent mechanics, but was not diagnosed or repaired. While driving approximately 60 mph with the cruise control engaged, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle lunged forward. The speed increased to 70 mph…
ODI 10726195
Air Bags
I had noticed a few weeks ago my passenger air bag cover is starting to separate from it's adhesive. This is a major safety issue for me and any passenger that sit in the front seat. This has got worse over time and i purchased the vehicle roughly a little under a year ago. At that time the car was not in that condition. No one sits with their feet on the dash and i have a visor. I could be hit at a slow speed which…
ODI 10511036
Air Bags
Buckling, distortion and or warping of dash panel in front of passenger airbag aperture. There is concern that this distortion will negatively impact airbag deployment causing injury to right front seat occupant. This seems inherent in most of this model. Will also reduce resale valve. I believe this issue is a defect in material or workmanship and should be covered by a safety recall. *tr
ODI 10558467
Air Bags
PASS AIRBAG COMING OUT OF DASH. *TR
ODI 10508390
Air Bags
There is a bulge along the trim near the front passenger side air bag panel. The trim of the dashboard has become separated from the air bag panel exposing a gap. This would definitely be a safety issue if the airbag would/should deploy. Dealership says there is nothing they can do because it isn't covered under warranty.
ODI 10787540
Air Bags
2 yrs the passenger side air bag is bugling, i called the ford motor customer service and was told there was no warranty or recall for this, i called the local dealership and was told $1000.00 - $ 1500.00 to repair, now this is a defect on the company, now if the airbag is deployed and my 92 grandmother is sitting there , she is going to be bruised, what if my mother @ 73 is sitting there and we can't avoid a…
ODI 10692992
Air Bags
Takata recall - none of the ford dealers that i've contacted have any solutions to this problem... They say their parts department can not order replacement air bags for my car :-( the dashboard on the passenger side of my car is warping! I guess ford is okay with the fact that hundreds if not thousands of people are driving around ford cars & trucks with takata airbags that could send glass shards in to the…
ODI 11155224
Air Bags
We have had some colder than usual days and when i start my car, the air bag light stays on. Once i get to my destination and shut the engine off and restart it, the light goes off. *tr
ODI 10496155
Air Bags
The dashboard above the passenger air bag has buckeled and will not return to the original position. You can see the foam inside. I called the local dealer and was told it was not a safety issue and it has not been fixed. I had thought due to the hot weather it had buckeled and it was a rare case but as i am reading this is a common issue for ford with the 08 fusion. Hoping with more complaints this will be fixed.…
ODI 10661602
Air Bags · Structure
A few years back i got into my 2008 ford fusion and i remember it being a very hot summer day. I looked over at my passenger side air bag/dash board area and part of the dash where the seam is, was sticking out. I was able to push it back in right away but now i can't. The dash above where the air bag is just always sticks out now. I figured since it was so hot that day that's why it happened. I still have never…
ODI 10650076
Air Bags · Body
Noticed passenger dash upholstery, in front of passenger air bag was buckled,and popping up. Two different ford service managers advised that this was a manufacturing defect and that the air bag might not deploy properly due to the dash protruding. They both took photos and ford refused to address because my vehicle is out of warranty, by years. I only have approx. 34,000 miles. I feel that this is also a safety…
ODI 10481459
Air Bags · Structure
Dashboard has pulled up around passenger airbag. I am just getting around to reporting this, but i see many other complaints on this issue that should be something ford recalls and fix due to a safety hazard. Bulged around airbag as well.
ODI 10860999
Air Bags
I am the original purchaser of a 2008 ford fusion with a problem with the passenger side dash buckling at the bottom of where the airbag is . This causes me concern about the airbag deploying at any time even if it is not in an accident or if needed to deploy and it fails to do so . Help !!! I am not the only ford owner with this issue .the problem first began being noticeable in 2012 and has progressively gotten…
ODI 10821816