2009 Ford Fusion Service Brakes Problems
- 372
- 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 372 stored complaint records:
- 26 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pedal · 73 records
- master cylinder · 17 records
- went floor · 14 records
- pedal goes · 9 records
- goes floor · 9 records
- pedal went · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 141 |
| 60–100k mi | 138 |
| 150–400k mi | 34 |
| 30–60k mi | 20 |
| 1–30k mi | 15 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes
I own a 2009 ford fusion sel with the 3.0 engine. I have a problem with the brakes. The brake pedal is very sponge, i have replaced pads, calipers, and the master cylinder. This has not taken care of the problem, i have reviewed other information and it seems this is a very common problem. Ford has not done anything about it. I have researched more of this problem and the only thing left is the abs pump and motor.…
ODI 10915658
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. While driving various speeds, the brakes failed without warning. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the brake pads and shoes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The dealer diagnosed that the brake pads and shoes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired a second time, but the failure…
ODI 10937964
Service Brakes
Whenever i need to brake, the pedal goes to the floor, and there is minimal resistance from the brakes. This applies to abs situations (rainy, icy weather) and dry conditions when brakes are needed suddenly (highway slowdown, animal jumping in the road). This applies to traveling at any mph, including highway and city driving. The pedal also drops to the floor when the car is in park. Pumping the pedal is required…
ODI 10979447
Service Brakes
While exiting off the interstate and passing over rough pavement, the abs engaged and the vehicle lost brake pressure. The brake pedal went all the way to the floor and braking ability was very weak. Had to quickly pump the brake pedal several times to regain braking function. From then on the brake pedal was extremely soft. Had brakes bled, fixed soft pedal until abs again engaged. It was the same soft pedal again.…
ODI 10946567
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. While driving approximately 40 mph, the brakes seized without warning. The contact had to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was driven home and taken to the dealer the following day where it was diagnosed that the anti-lock brake system failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact also…
ODI 10906293
Service Brakes
Whenever i brake over a slippery or bumpy surface my brakes don't work properly. My car skids for a bit and the brakes feel spongy. The slow reacting brakes continue to act that way from a few minutes to a few days after the initial brake. This has happened several (any driving circumstance, although icy seems to be a contributing factor, and any road) times and it literally feels as though i have no control over my…
ODI 10939749
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. While driving over a wet railroad crossing, the abs sensor suddenly illuminated. When depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle did not immediately stop. The brake pedal traveled to the floor and the stopping distance was extended. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was not…
ODI 10938548
Service Brakes
While turning my brake pressure dropped. When this happened i pushed the pedal down and had almost no brake pressure. This happened on two occasions in different months. No lights (abs) came on. It became very challenging to stop, and i was concerned i was unable to stop. I almost hit the car in front of me the second time. My car is currently at the ford dealership because i can not get the brake pressure back by…
ODI 10903135
Service Brakes · Unknown Or Other
Anti lock brake system failed at 80,000 miles and when they went to repair it the drivers side door mechanism failed and froze shut
ODI 10907122
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal hit the floorboard of the vehicle when it was depressed. The contact stated the interlock brake system malfunctioned. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000. The vin was not available.
ODI 10937715
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. While driving approximately 25 mph, the brakes failed without warning. The brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when depressed. The failure occurred one other time. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
ODI 10897544
Service Brakes
Of a sudden, brake pedal went all the way to the floor and the car almost didn't stop. There was no warning, and the brakes had worked perfectly just minutes before entering the interstate. There are 65 complaints on file for exactly this, at carcomplaints.com - almost all show misdiagnosis by ford dealerships and repair shops.
ODI 10897356
Service Brakes
After anti-lock brakes engaged while driving, the brake pedal went all the way to the floor and lost most of the braking ability. This happened 3 times. The first 2 times it happened, the braking pressure recovered within a day and brakes went back to normal. The 3rd time it happened the brake pressure never recovered completely. I still have braking ability, but requires a long brake pedal travel to engage brakes…
ODI 10937760
Service Brakes
I was driving at 40 mph on the highway in rain, abs kicked in because the car started sliding, brake pedal vibrated and after it stopped the brake pedal feels loose. I have to push the pedal almost all the way to the floor for brakes to engage. I've tried pumping my brakes but it's been a week since it occurred and i've experienced no change. I took it to a ford dealership and was told the master cylinder needs to…
ODI 10894501
Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension
After hitting a bumpy road my brakes went to the floor and stopping power just went away. Checked at shop. All pads replaced. Fluid changed completely twice. Master cyl and hoses not leaking, now i have really weak braking system from the federally mandated system 49 cfr 571.135 - standard no. 135 that is installed in my car and cant get it repaired. Do i just throw a car i bought brand new away? Mileage 88000…
ODI 11120159
Service Brakes
Takata inflators: i am having a very hard time breaking when i need to break. Over the past winter, i've slid through several red lights and had to blow on my horn to alert on coming traffic to stop. I've been told by the shops that i should not even be driving my car. This is very dangerous and overwhelming. Ive came out of a lot of money on breaks, pads, master cylinder repairs,etc. And would just like to be able…
ODI 11089211
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. While depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would not immediately respond until the pedal was depressed approximately 1/2 way down. The braking distance was extended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the abs module, but the failure continued. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10955004
Service Brakes
During summer 2016, slammed on brakes and swerved left thus activating the abs at highway speeds to avoid an accident with another vehicle that was changing lanes without looking, at which time, my brake pedal went to the floor and brakes lost stopping power. Car continued to have diminished braking with pedal traveling to floor and taking a lot of extra distance to stop. The next day it appeared to somewhat correct…
ODI 10938853
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. The contact stated that the brakes felt spongy and performed at half strength when the brake pedal was depressed. The dealer diagnosed that the brakes needed to be replaced and adjusted. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
ODI 10939176
Service Brakes
In motion. City & highway. Intermittent abs failure. Brake pedal goes to floor resulting in no brakes. Does not pump up while in motion. Common problem with many complaints on internet. Sticking dump valve in hydraulic control system. Happened several times last 18 months.
ODI 10883561
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. When the brake pedal was depressed, it traveled to the floorboard. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake line needed to be flushed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was approximately 107,919.
ODI 10938514
Service Brakes
In the past year and a half, on at least 4 occasions, the brakes became very mushy following anytime the anti lock brakes have activated. The abs was activated when coming to a stop in slippery conditions and on loose gravel. Afterwards the brake pedal nearly goes to the floor in order to stop the car. This usually lasts for a day before the brakes return to normal. I have inquired about this issue with a local ford…
ODI 10883508
Service Brakes
Abs control module valve sticking. The 1st event happened during the winter when driving in snow and the abs system engaged. After the event the pedal would go almost all the way to the floor before the brake would engage. After re-creating an intentional brake slide causing the abs system to engage again the valve became "unstuck" and has been fine for a year. But, once again on a dirt road the abs system engaged…
ODI 10874967
Service Brakes
Several times in the last 3 months, including today, when the abs starts, it looses breaking ability. I almost wrecked the vehicle into the gas pump this morning after starting to break off the highway, coming into the station, the right front time lost it's grip after going over a rain grate, the abs then kicked in and all the sudden mush for brakes. It is only ever corrected after you stop the car, put in park,…
ODI 10873218
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford fusion. When the contact attempted to apply the brakes while driving 60 mph or more, the brakes malfunctioned. The contact would have to allow for a significant decrease in speed due to the excessive distance needed before the vehicle was able to come to a complete stop. The failure also occurred whenever the road conditions were uneven or unstable. The contact took the vehicle to…
ODI 11003657
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 2009 Ford Fusion.
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