2012 Ford Fusion Engine Problems
- 96
- 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 96 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- throttle body · 15 records
- lost power · 14 records
- power steering · 13 records
- wrench light · 13 records
- failure mileage · 13 records
- failure recurred · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 29 |
| 30–60k mi | 29 |
| 1–30k mi | 24 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving, the car began to shake and jerk like the engine wanted to die. Then i lost engine power. The car still had power and was on, but there was no throttle when i pushed the gas. The engine light and a little wrench came on. I put it in park, turned it off, restarted it, and it still had no engine throttle to it. But the car had a small amount of power, like i was coasting along, so that i could get…
ODI 10638114
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
The first time i experienced the problem, i was making a left hand turn and it felt like the car was running on a couple of cylinders, very low power. I stopped as soon as i could and turned off the engine, restarted it and everything seem to be ok. Everything was fine for about a month, but while on a trip, i experience a sudden loss of power and unresponsive throttle. I took the car to the dealer and explained…
ODI 10659081
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
While driving, the gas pedal became unresponsive and the orange wrench symbol came on. I pulled over and shut the car off. I attempted to restart the car. The car restarted and i was able to continue driving as normal. This problem has occurred approx 4 times. Each time with the same presentation and each time i was able to restart the car. *tr
ODI 10632684
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving on interstate 70 at approximately 65 mph when i suddenly lost all engine power. I was almost hit by a semi traveling behind me because my vehicle had absolutely zero acceleration. The "wrench" light on my car came on at the same time this happened. The semi behind me swerved to miss me and i was able to get my car off to the side of the road. Lights, climate control (a/c), radio, etc. Worked fine.…
ODI 10629947
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford fusion. While driving at various speeds, the air conditioner failed to function. In addition, the contact stated that the air vents began to blow hot air. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer multiple times where the vehicle was unable to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000.
ODI 10750282
Engine
Engine light appeared on dash. Followed instructional manual directions and engine light display stayed intermittent. As of july 24th engine light display remains on and every time i stop to put any amount of fuel in it, it struggles to start and takes at least 3 attempts before it will start. However, if i leave it running when adding fuel i have no problem, which is not recommended. Had auto zone run diagnostics…
ODI 10629600
Engine · Power Train
I was driving down the highway when suddenly my vehicle lost power. I attempted to press the accelerator but the car just jerked violently. I was forced to stop in the middle of the highway because i was unable to accelerate to the side of the highway. I was almost rear-ended 3 times do to the speed of traffic and my car suddenly losing power. When the vehicle lost power, a "wrench" symbol appeared on the dash. I…
ODI 10626876
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
Felt like a surge then engine stalled. Had to pull over turn the car off then restart. *tr
ODI 10605451
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving on a major highway at a set rate of speed the car acted as if it was trying to shift gears and bucked, rpm's went up and then back to normal. It went to the dealer and throttle body was replaced, a week or so afterwards the car started to do the same thing, but this time also in reverse. I took it back to the dealer where they stated that nothing was wrong but they only put 4 miles of a test drive on…
ODI 10618199
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 mph, the engine stalled and the traction light and power steering light illuminated. The vehicle restart but failed to operate. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and independent mechanic. The technician stated that the power steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the…
ODI 10660487
Engine · Power Train
Driving car dies out and wrench light comes on. *tr
ODI 10664021
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford fusion. The contact stated that she received a letter notifying her of a customer satisfaction program related to nhtsa action number: pe13003 (engine) . The contact mentioned that she was very concerned for her safety and that there should have been a recall issued for the defect. The dealer was contacted, who refused to assist her unless the vehicle was exhibiting the failure. The…
ODI 10569342
Engine · Power Train
Vehicle lurched then lost power and check engine light came on. Vehicle would not accelerate after losing power. Since the repairs, the vehicle will occasionally lurch when the car is in gear and the brakes are applied. *tr
ODI 10592762
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
At first the rpm's would increase ( around 500 rpm's) when the car upshifted when it was cold. As the motor and transmission warmed up the increase in rpm's upon upshift lessened. It appeared to me that the transmission was "slipping" as it went through the gears...you could hear the engine speed up and watch the tach to confirm what i was hearing from the engine. I took car to dealer and they checked it out. They…
ODI 10749335
Engine · Power Train · Steering
I have had several issues leading up to this and the dealer would say nothing is wrong. Car jumps forward when idling, car looses power when accelerating on highway. Lastly was complete loss of power and nearly hit by bus with kids in car. They replaced throttle body, a/c motor etc....two weeks gone bye and it is starting again. I need to give this car to my daughter to drive but it is not safe. *tr
ODI 10555792
Engine · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact mentioned the instrument panel warning lights illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 53,000. Updated 12/18/14*cn the consumer stated when she pressed…
ODI 10641924
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle intermittently stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be replicated. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000. ..updated 12-30-13 *bf updated 1/14/2014 *js
ODI 10550371
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle stalled after the wrench engine indicator illuminated. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
ODI 10664252
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford fusion. The contact stated while driving 60 mph the vehicle lost power, the wrench light illuminated when the failure occurred. The contact was able to coast the vehicle onto the emergency lane, restart it and resume normal function. The failure was experienced several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the…
ODI 10547592
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
On 10/5/2013, i had to call roadside rescue to jump start car. I took vehicle to advance auto on 10/6/2013 to test battery. The printout results found, indicator light was yellow, cold cranking amps 500 on battery, temperature was to high at 124degrees. On 10/7/2013, call roadside rescue to jumpstart vehicle. I let the vehicle idle for a bit, hoping to recharge the battery back to full function. On 10/8/2013 called…
ODI 10648259
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
Was driving on interstate in heavy traffic. Car immediately-without warning- lost power to accelerate. Went to a limp driving mode. Warning light (wrench) came on. Was very dangerous situation. Had to maneuver to side of road. Almost was hit from behind. Car shook and stuttered. Turned off ignition and waited a couple minutes. Started car, all warning lights cleared. Was able to make it home without any other in…
ODI 10547524
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
September 24, 2013-i was driving home and the car began to shut down. The wrench came up and it lose all power. I was able to coast into the median as it was 5;00 traffic. I turned completely off and restarted again. December 5, 2013.. The same thing happened as i was on a side street. I turned off and restarted. 2/24/2014 i was going to work and it cut off on very busy 6 lane highway. It was very scary as no one…
ODI 10565630
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
Driving at highway speed, engine stalls while attempting to merge. Orange wrench light appears near fuel gauge. Rough idling below 1000 rpm. Turn car off and wait one minute. Restart car and drive without incident. *tr
ODI 10544540
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford fusion. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was merged off the roadway where the engine was restarted. The vehicle was not taken for repairs or diagnosis. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 44,000.
ODI 10542265
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline
My son got into the car, going to the store, he said something wrong with the car. I said what, he said when i cranked it up, sound like i heard it clicking. He check the oil, it was a half of a half quart low. He left in 2 seconds he called back, said something is wrong, so his daddy went where he was, it was still running, but lost speed, it would only go 2 or 3 miles per hour. After getting it back home, it sat a…
ODI 10541805