Why is my 2015 Ford Fusion stuck in park?

Why is my 2015 Ford Fusion stuck in park?

An open circuit in the shift interlock electrical system can cause the shifter to become stuck in Park if the open circuit interrupts communications between the brake light switch or the ignition switch and the interlock solenoid. If power is present, the shifter interlock solenoid is bad.

Are there any recalls on 2015 Ford Fusion?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. In the event of a crash, heat from the deployment of a seat belt pretensioner may cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Why is my 2014 Ford Fusion stuck in park?

If you have a faulty brake light switch, the shifter is not going to move. It prevents the driver from shifting out of park without a foot on the brake, working in conjunction with the brake light switch. If the solenoid or its wiring is damaged, you will not be able to shift out of park.

What should I do if my Ford Fusion is stuck in Park?

The shift linkage on your Fusion will usually provide a lifetime of dependable service. But, they can go bad. If you are positive that the gear shifter is not stuck in park (see directly above), then it’s likely that the shift linkage may be bad. Either something caused it to bend, or it’s starting to come loose.

Why is my Ford Fusion stuck in gear?

See all problems of the 2012 Ford Fusion . While the vehicle was stationary with the brake pedal depressed, the transmission failed after trying to go into reverse the gears would not change, I attempted to place the vehicle in the drive position and the gear became stuck in the park position. The “shift system fault, see manual” message appeared.

What makes a Ford Fusion shift in Park?

The shift lock solenoid is the mechanism that keeps you from shifting out of park without your foot on the brake. The good news is that most shift locks have an override button. You will need to find it for your particular model year of Fusion (if applicable). Finding it is usually pretty easy.

Why is my transmission stuck in neutral on my Ford Fusion?

When turning the vehicle back on, it was stuck in “neutral” on the dash but the shifter is stuck in “park” and will not shift or move out of park. This is a known recall on Ford Fusions year 2014 but my VIN does not say it was part of that recall.

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