Recall 15V793 covers 411,205 2010-2011 Mercury Milan and Fusion vehicles for purge-valve pressure changes that crack fuel tanks. Free repair at a franchised Mercury dealer.
Mercury recall 15V793 covers 411,205 2010-2011 Milan and Fusion vehicles with purge valves that do not operate properly, causing abnormal fuel tank pressure. The pressure changes can crack the tank and leak fuel, raising fire risk if an ignition source is present; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel vapor canister is part of the evaporative emissions system on 2010-2011 Milan and Fusion vehicles. It stores gasoline vapor from the fuel tank instead of letting that vapor vent into the air. The purge valve is the controlled opening that lets those vapors move from the canister into the engine to be burned during normal operation.
In this recall, the purge valve does not operate properly. When that valve opens or closes at the wrong time, pressure inside the fuel tank changes abnormally. The tank is designed to handle controlled vapor flow, so repeated pressure swings put stress on the fuel storage system instead of keeping vapor movement steady.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not identify a driver-noticeable smell, light, or sound tied to this purge valve problem.
Who's affected?
Covers the Milan and Fusion across the 2010 and 2011 model years, all tied to the same fuel system component.
| 2010 Mercury Milan | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2011 Mercury Milan | fuel system |
| 2011 Ford Fusion | fuel system |
| 2010 Ford Fusion | fuel system |
| Units affected | 411,205 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Pressure changes in the fuel tank can crack the tank and let fuel leak. Fuel near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Schedule the recall repair soon and keep ignition sources away from any fuel leak. Repair will be free at any franchised Mercury dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2011 Mercury Milan or Fusion is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mercury dealer and ask whether the free fuel-system repair is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the powertrain-control-module update, purge-valve leak test, and fuel-tank inspection that address pressure changes that can crack the tank and leak fuel.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 15V793 when you call.
- Avoid ignition sources near the vehicle and contact the dealer promptly if you smell fuel or see a fuel leak.
What happens at the repair
The remedy calls for a Mercury technician to update the powertrain control module, check the vehicle for diagnostic trouble codes tied to this issue, and run a leak test on the canister purge valve. The technician also inspects the fuel tank for cracks. If the canister purge valve or fuel tank fails inspection, the dealer replaces the affected part. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| November 24, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 15, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V793?
Recall 15V793 covers 411,205 2010-2011 Mercury Milan and Fusion vehicles with fuel vapor canister purge valves that do not operate properly. Abnormal fuel-tank pressure can crack the tank and cause a fuel leak, which increases fire risk near an ignition source.
What should I do if my 2010-2011 Mercury Milan or Fusion is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V793. If it is, contact a franchised Mercury dealer to schedule the powertrain control module update, diagnostic checks, leak test, and any needed purge valve or fuel tank replacement. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy states that these repairs are performed free of charge. For recall 15V793, the dealer updates the powertrain control module, checks the purge valve system, inspects the tank, and replaces parts when needed.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a fuel leak and fire hazard. The purge valve problem can create abnormal pressure changes inside the fuel tank. Those pressure changes can crack the tank, and leaking fuel near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
When did the recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on January 15, 2016. If your VIN is included and the work is still open, call the dealer with recall number 15V793 or Mercury recall number 15S34. You can also call Mercury customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V793000 |
|---|---|
| Mercury customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V793 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V793000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →