Brakes
Antilock system (ABS), parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, rotors, pulsation or vibration, squeaking, brake failure or wear.
What Owners Say
"abs LIGHT stayed on-dealer had to replace shaft-front axle, sensor asy"
Anonymous, NJ (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"Many reported problems with brakes that Ford refuses to acknowledge or fix or recall. Brake pedal goes to floor occasionally."
Anonymous, NY (2009 Ford Fusion SEL 3.0-L V6)"ABS light came on. Took to service center. Mechanic said the breaks worked fine but ABS was not operational. Made appointment to Fix ABS. Took car in. Mechanic fixed ABS"
Anonymous, WI (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"Needed to replace the control box for the braking system, 1700 dollars"
Anonymous, CA (2009 Ford Fusion SEL 3.0-L V6)"I have had an ABS failure. The pedal went to the floor and the light stayed on. The dealer could find nothing wrong. I believe he reset the ABS module or cleaned the wheel sensors, they said they did not. No TBS on this issue. I believe Ford has a serious problem. I have talked to other Fusion owners who have had the same issue"
Anonymous, MI (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"The ABS module has malfunctioned, and the warning light is on. Repair estimate is $1,000, so I have elected to not fix"
Paul D., SC (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"ABS was used while sliding down ice hill. After activation stopping was severely diminished. See Federal Highway safety investigation opened December 2016"
Anonymous, NC (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"The abs light came on was told that would have to replace pump and would be well over 1000 dollars for just part"
Richard B., TX (2009 Ford Fusion S 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"Ford did not have parts to fix problem. Had to find parts from old wreck. Ford installed parts but no warranty."
Anonymous, ON (2009 Ford Fusion SE 3.0-L V6)"Finally recalled from Ford but took way to long."
Anonymous, NY (2009 Ford Fusion SEL 3.0-L V6)"I was slowing dow as I ran over a manhole cover and touced the brakes 35 mgh. The antilock brakes kicked in the the brakes then went down to the floor board and out for a few seconds. Then over a period of 3 months it kept happening every time I touched the brakes while hitting small bumps. I took it to the dealership and they told me it was (a part that went bad) and I paid for a used under warranty part. 800.00 for the part and within a few weeks the brakes were once again doing the same thing. I took it back to the dealership again and they proceeded to tell me that nothing was wrong with the brakes. Over and over the problem kept happening. My spouse worte to NTSB and informed them of the issue. Approx 6 months later there was a recall on the braked for the exact problem I was having. We called Ford's in CedaR Springs MI-where we bought the car and were informed that while there was a recall there was no fix yet and we would have to wait. We have been waiting for almost a year for a fix and still are for it to be repaired. Recently I had another driver pull out in front of me and had to hit the brakes hard. When I did so the brakes did went to the floor board and I came within inches of having a major car accident. My spouse was so upset he called Vanderhydes Ford Cedar Sprins annd informed them of the incident. And once again we wer informed that there is no fix for the car as of yet. Still waiting for a repair and was informed that they would not refund me the money for the part I paid for until they have a fix. So I am out 800.00 and still have a car that is dangerous to drive and the problem is getting worse."
Anonymous, MI (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"I experienced long brake pedal travel. My independent mechanic could not find the problem. Now I am in the recall process for an ABS valve, pending available parts."
Anonymous, MA (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"ABS control valve unit had to be replaced because of failure in control unit which would cause brakes to dramatically fade with peddle nearly going to the floor! This control valve was replaced at my cost Now there's an outstanding recall for the replacement of this part, but Ford does not currently have the part(s) to perform the recall work! Same problem with the replacement of the passenger side air bag! Ford sent out the recall notice, but they didn't have the part(s) to replace the air bag unit! It took month's to get this Major safety issue addressed!"
Anonymous, PA (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"The ABS system has failed. Then in turn the brakes did not work. Ford will not fix it for free. The only alternative is to disable the system then the brakes work fine. This is an electrical issue. It happened 3x before we discovered the cause"
Anonymous, OH (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"The hydraulic pump stopped working and had to be replaced"
Anonymous, GA (2009 Ford Fusion SEL 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"calipers not releasing pressure causing premature wear"
Anonymous, NY (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"bad design ,they freeze up to often and have to be replaced to often"
Anonymous, NY (2009 Ford Fusion S 3.0-L V6)"Rear caliper stuck, caused brake wear"
P M., MA (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"Calipers froze. Had to replace rotors, pads, etc"
Anonymous, OH (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"Break failure due to manufacture defect Switches to stop the break fluid."
Anonymous, FL (2009 Ford Fusion SE 3.0-L V6)"The rear brake rotors and pads had to be replaced because they were less than the state requirement. Virginia requires a state inspection of cars and trucks every months months."
Martin J., VA (2009 Ford Fusion SE 3.0-L V6)"I purchased this car in 2015..it had 61000+ miles. Front brakes lasted until March this year (2020). Just waited too long to replace the pads so there was grinding on the rotors."
Anonymous, (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"needed new rotors"
Anonymous, NJ (2009 Ford Fusion SE)"does not fully release"
Anonymous, NY (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"Both front and rear brakes have needed to be changed every 9 months. This cannot be just from aggressive driving or poor brake choice."
Anonymous, OH (2009 Ford Fusion SEL 3.0-L V6)"Early brake wear on rear brakes"
Anonymous, FL (2009 Ford Fusion SE 3.0-L V6)"Needed rear brakes replaced at 25000 miles. We have driven Fords for 40+ years and never needed brake replacement before 50000 miles"
Anonymous, MA (2009 Ford Fusion SEL 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"We seem to have had many brakes repairs in the 6 yrs we've owned it . Approx 5 brakes and 3 times rotors and once the drums"
Anonymous, NJ (2009 Ford Fusion SEL 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"The rear brakes wore prematurely and had to be replaced at approximately 66,000 miles. The rotors were damages and the repairs cost me over $300 at the dealer"
Anonymous, OH (2009 Ford Fusion SE 3.0-L V6)"rotors very unevenly worn"
Jonathan L., MS (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"Waited too long to replace pads. Had to coat rotors. Working fine now."
Anonymous, (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"Brakes and Rotors are now procured almost exclusively from China by all car manufacturers. They cannot be be machined as in the past and do not last as long"
Anonymous, ON (2009 Ford Fusion SE 2.3-L 4 Cyl)"front rotors caused excessive vibration when braking; rotors badly rusted and had to be cut off"
Gregory S., MA (2009 Ford Fusion SE 3.0-L V6)
"An ABS module malfunction (don't remember which) resulted in ABS warning light coming on. Cost more than $900 to repair"
Anonymous, FL (2009 Ford Fusion S 2.3-L 4 Cyl)