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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 3FADP0L36BR256395 · Checked Sep 21, 2026
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3FADP0L36BR•••••• 2011 Ford FUSION

This build is quieter than most: 9 complaints against 19 for the average 2011 Ford FUSION build.

9on this build
2424on the model
126builds in total
Most reported Steering 4 Service Brakes 3 Electrical System 2 Fuel/propulsion System 1

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Fuel/propulsion System Feb 2026
My fuel tank cracked due to the purge valve ann also once in a while the steering assist fails
Steering Feb 2026
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while attempting to turn the steering wheel, the steering wheel seized, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was towed to the…
Service Brakes Mar 2023
While driving at 25-30 mph I stepped on the brakes to stop and alarm went off and warning of ABS system failure. I had to press brake pedal extremely hard to slow down to rolling stop, completed stop with parking brake. I took to independent mechanic who was unable to get the…
Electrical System Apr 2022
Advancetrac light started turning on, then about the 3rd time the light flashed electric brakes went away and was left with extremely hard to press hydraulic brakes. Just to SCAN the car ford wants $200 because they have a proprietary system
Steering Nov 2023
Power steering turned off while driving, showing error code U3000 after scanning
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3FADP0L36BR256395 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.