2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid service brakes problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes on the 2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While driving my 2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid (VIN: [XXX]), the braking system suddenly failed. When applying the brake pedal, there was completely zero brake resistance, and the vehicle failed to engage proper braking power, creating an extremely hazardous driving condition. The vehicle was inspected…”
filed Sep 11, 2026
“While driving away from my curbside parking spot to go to work, the dashboard lights started flashing and said something along the lines of "break system failure" or "check break systems", and I was unable to brake at all. I managed to change course and pull over and let the car stop on its own…”
filed Feb 17, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes problems in other Fusion Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Fusion Hybrid | 1 | 3% |
| 2018 Fusion Hybrid | 7 | 12% |
| 2017 Fusion Hybrid | 8 | 12% |
| 2016 Fusion Hybrid | 4 | 8% |
| 2015 Fusion Hybrid | 9 | 20% |
| 2014 Fusion Hybrid | 11 | 17% |
| 2013 Fusion Hybrid | 11 | 9% |
| 2011 Fusion Hybrid | 21 | 16% |
| 2010 Fusion Hybrid | 79 | 16% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 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.