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3FAHP0CGXAR••••••2010 Ford FUSION
This build is quieter than most: 6 complaints against 26 for the average 2010 Ford FUSION build.
6on this build
4367on the model
167builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 2Vehicle Speed Control 2Fuel/propulsion System 1Steering 1
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakesOct 2023
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the brakes became inoperable. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired…
SteeringFeb 2018
Complete power steering failure on 2010 ford fusion sel 3.0l v6. 'service advancetrac system now' was displayed on the dash prior to failure. Cost to replace the power steering system at local ford service center was ~$1700. Was driving home with vehicle in motion when alert was…
Unknown Or OtherApr 2016
The same recall for other ford models in 2015 regarding the driver's side door latch describes exactly the same defect for my vehicle on driver's side door. My vehicle was parked in a parking lot and when I tried to open the door handle to let myself out, the door handle corner…
Vehicle Speed ControlJun 2013
Loss of power on interstate going 60 mph after 1.5 hour drive. Weather: sunny, upper 70's. Throttle control lost. Changing accelerator position has no effect on rpms. Gas tank 3/4 full. Engine still running, coasted off onto the shoulder. Engine vibrated a lot but may have been…
Power TrainDec 2012
I was driving down a local road at the limit when the wrench light warning indicator came on, after the indicator was on there was not throttle response, engine was still running and yet no power going to the wheels. I was able to roll over to the side of the road and put on…
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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 3FAHP0CGXAR278841 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.