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3FAHP0HGXCR••••••2012 Ford FUSION
This build is quieter than most: 6 complaints against 15 for the average 2012 Ford FUSION build.
6on this build
2226on the model
144builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedSteering 4Engine 2Structure 1Wheels 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringcrashNov 2016
I was involved in a rear end accident yesterday while coming off the highway offramp. A soda can was under my brake pedal making it impossible to slow down. I rear ended a vehicle stopped at the light, I was going 35 -40 mph. Both vehicles were totalled and I hit my head on the…
Power TrainAug 2025
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that after coming to a stop, the vehicle stalled. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the battery…
EngineFeb 2013
Pulled up to a stop light that was red. While idling waiting for green light, engine stalled. Placed car in park, restarted engine, and automobile drove as normal
SteeringApr 2018
While pulling into my residential home driveway the steering wheel locked up while car was in motion, unable to unlock or change the direction of the vehicle, vehicle had to be stopped and engine turned off. The vehicle was on a city street in residential area
SteeringFeb 2016
My name is [xxx] , I have a ford fusion 2012 ,I am the owner from this car, but my brother in law is the principal ( [xxx]). Im spending too much money about this car and ford always has a excuse so that they don't want to cover the warranty. My problem always is the same (…
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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 3FAHP0HGXCR422108 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.