2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid steering problems
138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid — 27% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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…”
filed Aug 14, 2026
“The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while reversing into a parking space at 2 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the steering wheel became significantly difficult to turn. The contact could not recall whether a warning light was illuminated. The…”
filed Apr 1, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Some 2010-2012 Fusion/Milan and 2011-2012 MKZ vehicles equipped with a 2.5L or 3.0L engine and electronic power assist steering (EPAS), a remanufactured replacement steering gear (MU2Z-3V504-ARM) is available which is…
SSM 51666 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 26, 2023
Steering problems in other Fusion Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Fusion Hybrid | 5 | 14% |
| 2018 Fusion Hybrid | 7 | 12% |
| 2017 Fusion Hybrid | 12 | 17% |
| 2016 Fusion Hybrid | 5 | 9% |
| 2015 Fusion Hybrid | 15 | 33% |
| 2014 Fusion Hybrid | 14 | 22% |
| 2013 Fusion Hybrid | 19 | 15% |
| 2012 Fusion Hybrid | 36 | 38% |
| 2011 Fusion Hybrid | 43 | 33% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.