There are no safety recalls for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid, but owners have filed 510 complaints with NHTSA.
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 138 | |
| Air Bags | 135 | |
| Service Brakes | 80 | |
| Power Train | 48 | |
| Engine | 46 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 45 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 38 | |
| Electrical System | 30 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | |
| Unknown or Other | 16 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 14 | |
| Structure | 11 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 10
- Service Brakes, Air › Antilock › Abs Warning Light — 2
- Structure › Body › Door — 1
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
- Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 1
- Steering › Electric Power Assist System — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 85,200 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes, Air · at 210,000 miles · reported Oct 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving, the ABS warning light remained illuminated, and the Service AdvanceTrac warning message remained displayed. In addition, when depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the brake pedal extended to the floor, resulting in an extended stopping distance. The contact engaged the parking brake to bring the vehicle to a stop. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the ABS control module had failed and required replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure…
Service Brakes · reported Oct 7, 2026
I own a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The vehicle has a recurring loss-of-braking problem associated with the ABS/ AdvanceTrak system. While driving, the vehicle can suddenly lose normal braking ability and does not stop as it should when I press the brake pedal. The ABS, AdvanceTrak, traction control/hydroplaning and other warning lights illuminate at the same time. I have had to use the emergency/parking brake to help stop the vehicle.The exact underlying component causing the failure is UNKNOWN. The ABS module/ ABS hydraulic control unit (HCU) has been diagnosed and replaced more than once, and…
Service Brakes · reported Sep 10, 2026
I own a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and am reporting a recurring and serious braking problem. On XXX, while driving to pick up my mom and my [XXX] son, I pressed the brake pedal to stop, but the vehicle did not stop normally. I repeatedly tried to brake, but the vehicle took much longer to stop than it should have. The brake pedal became spongy and did not have normal resistance. The BRAKE, ABS, and AdvanceTrac warning lights appeared. The vehicleâs computer/system was reset afterward, and the vehicle drove normally for several days. On XXX, the same braking problem happened again while i was…
Steering · reported Aug 14, 2026
The power steering has failed twice recently while driving and the dashboard warning displayed as follows: power steering assist fault. This makes it very hard to steer, dangerous and scary when this happens. Can a recall be issued for my vehicle? I am very disappointed that my 2010 ford fusion hybrid vehicle was left out of the recall even though it was manufactured at the same plant as the 2011 - 2013 models that were recalled. I found this online: Investigation and Recall ContextFederal Probes: The NHTSA investigated 2010â2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ models for sudden loss of electric…
Service Brakes · reported Jul 27, 2026
SUBJECT: Fraudulent Recall Completion / Incomplete Remedy resulting in Component Failure (Recall 19S54 / NHTSA 19V904) I am writing to file an emergency safety complaint regarding a fraudulently cleared safety recall on my 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. According to Ford's internal OASIS database, Safety Recall 19S54 (NHTSA Campaign 19V904) was marked as "completed" under a previous owner. However, physical inspection of the vehicle proves that the mandatory federal remedy was never executed. The master cylinder still retains the original factory DOT 3 cap, and the system was never upgraded to DOT 4…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Owners report steering problems most often (138 reports), followed by air bags (135). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 85,200 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.