2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid – Overheating After Radiator Repair
- Aug 16
- 1 min read
CUSTOMER CONCERN
The engine overheats after collision-related radiator replacement and stores DTC P1285.
CAUSE
The confirmed repair identified a failed engine water pump; multiple exact-vehicle fixes replaced the pump for this overheating condition.
CORRECTION
Remove and replace the engine water pump, refill and bleed the cooling system, clear P1285, and verify normal engine temperature.
