2006 Ford Fusion brakes problems

Related recalls

• Recall 19V904000Dec 18, 2019600,166 vehicles
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.

  Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.

What owners say

1. Filed Jun 9, 2025NMCrashBrakesSuspensionWheels & Tires

   Tuve un Choque mi carro no freno y Choque a un carro que iba a dar vuelta a la izquierda, frene y mi carro no lo hizo , el impacto fue el que freno , mi carro se dano todo el frente , el punto es que yo lleve mi carro a remplazar las bolsas de aire al dealer , hace como 7 messes que porque estaban defectuosas ,, a mi carro no le hicieron ningun cambio de bolsas de aire solo las desconectaron , y al dia siguiente me prende en el tablero el foco De la bolsa de aire .no…

   NHTSA complaint #11665852 · source
2. Filed Sep 13, 202365,000 miCABrakes

   The contact owns a 2006 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake had to be depressed to the floorboard to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The brake pads and rotors were replaced, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11544388 · source
3. Filed Aug 21, 2021GABrakes

   I've been hearing air in my brakes for two days and my brakes were not working as good as before. I haven't lost any brake fluid. As I was driving down the road and while braking to stop my brake pedal hit the bottom of my foot really hard and brakes went completely out and all I could hear was air and the brakes became almost impossible to press at all anymore.

   NHTSA complaint #11429994 · source
4. Filed Jun 18, 2021NYBrakes

   Safety Recall Notice 19S54/NHTSA Recall 19V-904 Received recall notice April 2021 that the parts HCU (hydraulic control unit) for the antilock brake system is faulty. Brought to the dealer on April 21, 2021, Sayville Ford, Sayville NY and they told me to pick up the vehicle, had the same soft pedal. Drove it home and 2 weeks later hit an uneven surface and pedal went to the floor, had to pump numerous times to stop, almost hit a parked car. This had happened 2 times before I…

   NHTSA complaint #11421411 · source
5. Filed Jun 1, 2021MDAirbagsBrakes

   The contact owns a 2006 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard without warning. The contact had the brake master cylinder replaced by an independent mechanic however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact received notifications for NHTSA campaign numbers: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the parts to do the…

   NHTSA complaint #11419153 · source
6. Filed Apr 1, 202190,000 miMIBrakes

   Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford fusion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal would intermittently depress to the floorboard without warning. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…

   NHTSA complaint #11405916 · source
7. Filed Feb 2, 2021150,000 miPABrakes

   Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford fusion. The contact stated that after driving over a pothole at 30 mph, the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard without warning. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure. On another occasion, the contact stated that the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard while driving at 25 mph with the traction control warning light illuminated. The contact was able to regain normal braking…

   NHTSA complaint #11394350 · source
8. Filed Dec 4, 202089,000 miCATowedAirbagsBrakes

   Tl* the contact's mother owns a 2006 ford fusion. The contact stated that the passenger's side air bag warning light remained illuminated while occupied or unoccupied. The contact stated that the failure had began soon after the takata air bag was replaced in the vehicle. The contact initially had the vehicle taken to an independent mechanic where the mechanic determined that the air bag was defective and needed to be replaced. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11377943 · source
9. Filed Nov 5, 202063,000 miAZBrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   My car slips out fo gear, slows down on the highway, revvs at high rpm's, and won't accelerate again unless i slam the gas pedal down. It only does this sometimes. Also, i have been experiencing intermittent brake failure. I apply my foot onto the break, and it goes straight to the floor. Delays stop time substantially.

   NHTSA complaint #11373100 · source
10. Filed Oct 9, 2020186,000 miKYCrashTowedBrakes

    I hit another vehicle in the rear when the brakes on my 2006 ford fusion failed. I was traveling about 30 miles an hour when traffic stopped and i applied the brakes but car didnt stop hitting another vehicle. I had called the local ford to have the brake recall fixed but they did not have the parts at the time * (recall related incident) ts

    NHTSA complaint #11363543 · source
11. Filed Oct 8, 2020152,000 miNJBrakes

    Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford fusion. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard but failed to stop the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact continued to depress the brake pedal until the vehicle stopped. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to an…

    NHTSA complaint #11363436 · source
12. Filed Oct 1, 2020PABrakes

    Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford fusion. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin…

    NHTSA complaint #11362188 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology