There are no safety recalls for the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid, but owners have filed 132 complaints with NHTSA.
2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 43 | |
| Air Bags | 34 | |
| Service Brakes | 21 | |
| Engine | 12 | |
| Power Train | 12 | |
| Electrical System | 11 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 8 | |
| Structure | 6 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 5
- Structure › Body › Door — 1
- Service Brakes, Air › Antilock › Control Unit/Module — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 73,220 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Steering · at 80,000 miles · reported Nov 20, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, with the steering assist failure message displayed. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the steering assembly had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage…
Engine · at 142,000 miles · reported Nov 4, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the powertrain control module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 142,000.
Steering · at 170,000 miles · reported Aug 19, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the steering wheel became inoperable. The contact drove the vehicle without power steering functionality downhill. The service power steering immediately message was displayed. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering). The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
Steering · at 77,625 miles · reported Jul 5, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was difficult to turn and failed to function as needed. Additionally, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with steering rack failure. The contact was informed that the steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The contact stated that the steering rack had been replaced five times starting in 2023. In addition, the contact stated that on several of the failures, the vehicle was…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 130,000 miles · reported May 8, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH and depressing the brake pedal several times, the vehicle failed to respond. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact drove in a circle and slammed on the brakes, and the vehicle responded. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the failure could be related to the ABS module. The mechanic informed the contact that it was a common failure and referred the contact to the dealer for assistance. The vehicle was driven to the dealer and the contact was informed…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2011 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 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid?
Owners report steering problems most often (43 reports), followed by air bags (34). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 73,220 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.