Ford Fusion Hybrid owners have reported 4 traction control system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common traction control system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's traction control system (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Traction Control System problems |
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at approximately 20 mph, the "check brake system" message was displayed on the instrument panel and the brakes failed to engage while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal to the floorboard, the vehicle responded as needed. The abs and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The traction control and power steering assist warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the electronic power steering gear motor. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 19v632000 (steering), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 112,000.
While turning after coming to a stop, the vehicle traction control and power steering warnings popped up and car lost all power steering ability. The vehicle was no longer safely operable while having no listed error codes. The vehicle has been estimated to require replacement electronic power steering gear at a $2000 price tag.
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid. While driving at approximately 40 mph, the steering wheel seized and the traction control and an unknown warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.