3.0
definitely annoying- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 46,333 miles
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The contact owns a 2008 Ford Fusion. While driving approximately 35 mph, the brakes failed to engage and no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
- Houston, TX, USA
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the brakes failed. The contact was able to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the master cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 28,000. Updated 12/04/13
- St Paul , MN, USA
- District Height, MD, USA