Ford Fusion 2010: Brake System Risk May Cause Crash
Ford recalls 2010 Fusion vehicles with potential brake valve issues that could increase crash risk. Free brake system flush and cap replacement available.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling 2010 Fusion vehicles due to brake valve problems that might cause the vehicle to not stop properly. This could increase crash risk if the brakes fail during normal driving. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1253308-ford-fusion-2010-brake-system-risk-may-cause-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1253308-ford-fusion-2010-brake-system-risk-may-cause-crash · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V904000
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“Ford Fusion 2010: Brake System Risk May Cause Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1253308-ford-fusion-2010-brake-system-risk-may-cause-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #19V904000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V904000).
Why it’s dangerous
Brake valves in the ABS hydraulic control units may react with certain brake fluids. This reaction can cause valves to not close properly, requiring more pedal travel to stop the vehicle and increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2010 Ford Fusion vehicles are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the fix may face increased crash risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2010 Ford Fusion has the ABS hydraulic control unit (HCU) with valves that may react with brake fluids. The recall covers 2006-2010 models.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Ford
Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free brake system check.
Get Brake System Flush
Dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap.
Have HCU Tested
Dealers will test the HCU to detect possible stuck valve conditions and replace it if necessary.
What NHTSA says to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 15 months.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V904000 (December 18, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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