NHTSA Complaint #11671596 — 2010 FORD FUSION

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11671596
Vehicle	2010 FORD FUSION
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	March 1, 2025
Date Filed	July 7, 2025
Mileage	98,062 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

The contact's mother owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while her mother was driving at various speeds, the power steering assist failed to perform as needed and excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle. The contact stated that the "Check Brake System" and "Brake" messages were displayed on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the ABS module and power steering gear assembly needed to be replaced. The mechanic was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 98,062.

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