Door Latch problems of the 2009 Ford Fusion

Four problems related to door latch have been reported for the 2009 Ford Fusion. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Ford Fusion based on all problems reported for the 2009 Fusion.

1 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 11/13/2023

The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the front driver's side door is inoperable. The contact stated that the front driver's door will not open. The contact stated the door latch will lock and unlock, however the front driver's door will not open. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

2 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 06/10/2016

The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. While driving 20 mph, an unknown noise was heard from the driver's door before it swung open. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and was unable to properly close the driver's door. The door ajar warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 98,000.

3 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 08/14/2015

The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the driver side door would not unlock or lock. When pulling the latch from inside the vehicle, the door would not open. The failure was recurring. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.

4 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 03/17/2012

Both front and rear interior door handles have failed. I am unable to exit the vehicle without lowering the window and opening from exterior. There is no visible evidence they have failed, they have just stopped working. You can convince the rear to work if you pull the handle and lock the same time. If I were to be involved in an accident, and the power failed, I would be unable to exit the vehicle at all. This vehicle is 3 years old with 47,000 miles and is now a potential death trap. The dealer says it is not covered, and I would have to pay for repairs. I am considering legal action, any vehicle that is inescapable shouldn't be on the highways. Worst of all, a quick search shows this to be an abundant problem with Fusions from 2006 on. There are numerous blog on this subject alone. I am afraid to transport my family in this vehicle and have received no help!.


Other Latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2009 Ford Fusion

Latches/locks/linkage problems
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Door Latch problems
4


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