What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford Fusion?

Owners name the engine group most often, followed by steering and the power train.

Does the 2013 Ford Fusion have any recalls?

Yes. The by-year fact shows 20 recalls for this year, and the Recalls section lists them.

How many complaints does the 2013 Ford Fusion have?

NHTSA has 1,957 owner complaints on file. These are unverified owner reports.

Is the 2013 Ford Fusion reliable?

Reports are spread over several parts, led by engine, steering and power train. Complaint counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide and not a score.

What is the gas mileage of the 2013 Ford Fusion?

See the fuel economy section of this page. It is built from EPA data.

2013 Ford Fusion Problems, Recalls and MPG

NHTSA has 1,957 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Ford Fusion^[1]. The engine group is named more than any other, in 462 complaints^[2].

1,957owner complaints^[1]

20recalls^[3]

25–41MPG combined (EPA)^[4]

5★NHTSA overall rating^[5]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Owners filed complaints across many parts of the car, and these are the groups named most often.

Engine. 462 complaints^[2]. Owners describe the engine shutting off while driving, a rough idle, and weak response when they try to pass. Fires are mentioned in 83 of these complaints^[2].
Steering. 418 complaints^[6]. Owners describe warning messages about power steering assist, a wheel that feels wobbly, and help that suddenly turns heavy or light mid-turn. Some also notice a popping feel when turning.
Power Train. 316 complaints^[7]. In the stories we read, owners describe odd shifting, a sudden loss of power, and the car dropping into a reduced power mode at a stoplight.
Unknown Or Other. 200 complaints^[8]. These reports do not point to one clear part.
Electrical System. 189 complaints^[9]. Owners describe a car that does not start on the first turn of the key, keyless entry that acts up, dashboard warnings, and windows that stop working properly. Fires are mentioned in 25 of these complaints^[9].
Structure. 179 complaints^[10].
Fuel/Propulsion System. 133 complaints^[11].
Seat Belts. 113 complaints^[12].

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2013 Fusion is necessarily included.

Power Train › Manual Transmission (26V376), June 2026. About 5,252 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings (23V162), March 2023. About 1,280,726 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[14]
Power Train › Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod (22V413), June 2022. About 2,925,968 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[15]
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch (20V331), June 2020. About 2,147,323 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[16]
Steering › Electric Power Assist System (19V632), August 2019. About 116,160 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, steering problems, loss of power. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[17]
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever And Linkage › Floor Shift (19V362), May 2019. About 259,182 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[18]
Equipment › Electrical (18V592), September 2018. About 49,197 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[19]
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever And Linkage › Floor Shift (18V471), July 2018. About 504,182 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[20]
Power Train › Manual Transmission (18V169), March 2018. About 5,361 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[21]
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine (17V209), March 2017. About 208,584 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[22]
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch (17V210), March 2017. About 191,432 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[23]
Seat Belts › Front (16V875), December 2016. About 603,392 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[24]
Steering › Electric Power Assist System (15V250), April 2015. About 487,301 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, steering problems, loss of power. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[25]
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch (15V246), April 2015. About 456,440 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[26]
Seat Belts (14V597), September 2014. About 746,842 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[27]
Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner (14V164), April 2014. About 43,135 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[28]
Fuel System, Gasoline (13V227), May 2013. About 390,783 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[29]
Steering (13V232), May 2013. About 20 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, loss of steering, steering problems. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[30]
Engine And Engine Cooling (12V551), December 2012. About 80,057 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[31]
Exterior Lighting › Headlights (12V553), November 2012. About 19,158 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced visibility.^[32]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Fusion Hybrid FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[4]	43 / 39 / 41	$1,650
Fusion FWD, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[33]	25 / 36 / 29	$2,300
Fusion FWD, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[34]	23 / 35 / 27	$2,500
Fusion FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[35]	22 / 32 / 26	$2,600
Fusion FWD, 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[36]	22 / 33 / 26	$2,600
Fusion AWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, All-Wheel Drive^[37]	22 / 31 / 25	$2,700
Fusion FWD, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[38]	24 / 35 / 28	$2,400
Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid, 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular Gas and Electricity^[39]	40 / 36 / 38	n/a

Safety ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk
4 DR AWD^[5]	5	5	4	4	10.9%
4 DR FWD^[40]	5	5	4	4	10.9%
4 DR FWD^[41]	5	5	5	4	10.9%
4 DR FWD^[42]	5	5	4	4	10.9%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine	Horsepower
2013 Ford Fusion with 1.6L 4-cylinder^[43]	170 hp
2013 Ford Fusion with 2.0L 4-cylinder^[44]	141 to 237 hp
2013 Ford Fusion with 2.5L 4-cylinder^[45]	175 hp

How 2013 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Fusion model year. The 2013 is highlighted^[3].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
2006	730	4
2007	1,064	4
2008	1,353	5
2009	1,023	6
2010	5,639	11
2011	2,926	7
2012	2,617	5
2013	1,957	20
2014	1,432	20
2015	1,066	14
2016	1,724	13
2017	1,202	4
2018	508	2
2019	473	4
2020	235	3

NHTSA's counts for the Fusion show 1,957 complaints and 20 recalls for 2013^[3]. Among the 15 model years listed, 11 have fewer complaints than 2013 and 3 have more^[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2020 (235) and the most are for 2010 (5,639)^[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2013 Fusion?

The 2013 Ford Fusion has a long list of owner complaints, with 1,957 on file^[1]. Engine, steering and power train reports lead the list^[2]^[6]^[7]. These are unverified reports, and they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold. Recalls exist for this year too, so read the Recalls section before you decide. If you are shopping, check service records for the engine, steering and shifting concerns above.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford Fusion?: Owners name the engine group most often^[2], followed by steering^[6] and the power train^[7].
Does the 2013 Ford Fusion have any recalls?: Yes. The by-year fact shows 20 recalls for this year^[3], and the Recalls section lists them.
How many complaints does the 2013 Ford Fusion have?: NHTSA has 1,957 owner complaints on file^[1]. These are unverified owner reports.
Is the 2013 Ford Fusion reliable?: Reports are spread over several parts, led by engine, steering and power train^[2]^[6]^[7]. Complaint counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide and not a score.
What is the gas mileage of the 2013 Ford Fusion?: See the fuel economy section of this page. It is built from EPA data.

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Ford Fusion

2010 5,639 complaints, 11 recalls
2011 2,926 complaints, 7 recalls
2012 2,617 complaints, 5 recalls
2013 this page
2014 1,432 complaints, 20 recalls
2015 1,066 complaints, 14 recalls
2016 1,724 complaints, 13 recalls
2017 1,202 complaints, 4 recalls

Compare all model years of the Ford Fusion

Other Ford models from 2013

2013 Ford Focus 2,181 complaints, 14 recalls
2013 Ford Mustang 271 complaints, 5 recalls
2013 Ford Taurus 591 complaints, 9 recalls
2013 Ford Transit Connect 32 complaints, 4 recalls
2013 Ford Edge 2,447 complaints, 2 recalls
2013 Ford Escape 2,756 complaints, 18 recalls

All Ford models

Similar cars from 2013: midsize cars

2013 Chevrolet Malibu 924 complaints, 11 recalls
2013 Dodge Avenger 548 complaints, 5 recalls
2013 Dodge Challenger 179 complaints, 5 recalls
2013 Honda Accord 1,437 complaints, 6 recalls
2013 Hyundai Elantra 1,345 complaints, 4 recalls
2013 Kia Optima 1,441 complaints, 10 recalls

All midsize cars we cover

Facts and sources

NHTSA has 1,957 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Ford Fusion (65 mention a crash, 95 a fire, 55 injuries, 2 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
462 complaints name the engine component group (4 crashes, 83 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 88,618). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Ford Fusion model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Fusion Hybrid FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 43 city / 39 highway / 41 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $1,650. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 4 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 10.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
418 complaints name the steering component group (9 crashes, 5 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 74,000). NHTSA vehicle records
316 complaints name the power train component group (11 crashes, 1 fires, 10 injuries, median mileage at failure 98,069). NHTSA vehicle records
200 complaints name the unknown or other component group (10 crashes, 9 fires, 8 injuries, median mileage at failure 74,700). NHTSA vehicle records
189 complaints name the electrical system component group (6 crashes, 25 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 52,000). NHTSA vehicle records
179 complaints name the structure component group (4 crashes, 5 fires, 11 injuries, median mileage at failure 60,000). NHTSA vehicle records
133 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 6 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 68,000). NHTSA vehicle records
113 complaints name the seat belts component group (6 crashes, 7 fires, 9 injuries, median mileage at failure 63,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 26V376, filed June 9, 2026: Power Train › Manual Transmission. NHTSA recall database
Recall 23V162, filed March 10, 2023: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings. NHTSA recall database
Recall 22V413, filed June 10, 2022: Power Train › Shift Linkage / Cable / Rod. NHTSA recall database
Recall 20V331, filed June 8, 2020: Latches / Locks / Linkages › Doors › Latch. NHTSA recall database
Recall 19V632, filed August 29, 2019: Steering › Electric Power Assist System. NHTSA recall database
Recall 19V362, filed May 13, 2019: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever And Linkage › Floor Shift. NHTSA recall database
Recall 18V592, filed September 10, 2018: Equipment › Electrical. NHTSA recall database
Recall 18V471, filed July 16, 2018: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever And Linkage › Floor Shift. NHTSA recall database
Recall 18V169, filed March 12, 2018: Power Train › Manual Transmission. NHTSA recall database
Recall 17V209, filed March 27, 2017: Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine. NHTSA recall database
Recall 17V210, filed March 27, 2017: Latches / Locks / Linkages › Doors › Latch. NHTSA recall database
Recall 16V875, filed December 5, 2016: Seat Belts › Front. NHTSA recall database
Recall 15V250, filed April 28, 2015: Steering › Electric Power Assist System. NHTSA recall database
Recall 15V246, filed April 24, 2015: Latches / Locks / Linkages › Doors › Latch. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V597, filed September 26, 2014: Seat Belts. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V164, filed April 2, 2014: Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner. NHTSA recall database
Recall 13V227, filed May 31, 2013: Fuel System, Gasoline. NHTSA recall database
Recall 13V232, filed May 31, 2013: Steering. NHTSA recall database
Recall 12V551, filed December 3, 2012: Engine And Engine Cooling. NHTSA recall database
Recall 12V553, filed November 30, 2012: Exterior Lighting › Headlights. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Fusion FWD, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 25 city / 36 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,300. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Fusion FWD, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 23 city / 35 highway / 27 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,500. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Fusion FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 32 highway / 26 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,600. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Fusion FWD, 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 33 highway / 26 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,600. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Fusion AWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 31 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Fusion FWD, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 24 city / 35 highway / 28 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,400. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid, 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular Gas and Electricity: 38 MPGe combined, 550 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 4 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 10.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 10.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 4 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 10.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
EPA Test Car List, 2013 Ford Fusion with 1.6L 4-cylinder: rated 170 hp. www.epa.gov
EPA Test Car List, 2013 Ford Fusion with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 141 to 237 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
EPA Test Car List, 2013 Ford Fusion with 2.5L 4-cylinder: rated 175 hp. www.epa.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2013 Ford Fusion: problems, recalls and fuel economy