The 2013 Ford Fusion's high safety profile includes 6 recall campaigns and 1,925 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

1,925

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

18V4710002018-16-07

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Escape, and 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles, equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions. The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. The condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.

If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.

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12V5510002012-03-12

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is an update to a recently announced recall. Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through November 26, 2012, equipped with 1.6L engines, as well as certain model year 2013 Fusion vehicles manufactured from February 3, 2012, through November 29, 2012, equipped with 1.6L engines. Coolant system leaks may cause the engines to overheat and leak flammable engine fluids.

If flammable engine fluids come in contact with the vehicles hot exhaust system, a vehicle fire could occur.

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19V3620002019-13-05

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.5 liter engines. The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. The condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.

If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.

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18V1690002018-12-03

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission and 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Also included are four 2017 Ford Focus vehicles that had clutch replacements with potentially affected parts. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.

A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.

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12V5530002012-30-11

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Fusion vehicles, manufactured from February 3, 2012, through October 20, 2012, for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The affected vehicles may not have had the low beam headlamp projector coating properly cured during its manufacturing process.

An improperly cured projector coating will become hazy through operation, over time, reducing the brightness of the low-beam lamp. This may decrease driver visibility and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

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13V2320002013-31-05

STEERING

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Fusion vehicles manufactured April 19, 2013, through April 23, 2013. The steering gears may be missing an internal retaining clip. If the clip is missing, components inside the steering gear may become dislodged inside the gear assembly.

This could result in impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2013 Ford Fusion has accumulated 1,925 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with steering leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Steering326

02Engine223

03Power Train200

04Structure137

05Unknown Or Other112

1,925 total across 1 model years (2013–2013)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Fusion Fuel Economy

25–41mpg combined

22-43city

31-39hwy

$1,050-$1,750/yr

With 8 configurations tested, the 2013 Ford Fusion ranges from 25 to 41 MPG combined. That's a 16 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Fusion Hybrid FWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

41mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

43 city39 hwy~$1,050/yr10/10 Clean

Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

38mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

40 city36 hwy~$1,150/yr10/10 Clean

Fusion FWD - Manual 6-spd

29mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city36 hwy~$1,500/yr8/10 Clean

Fusion FWD - Automatic (S6)

27mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city35 hwy~$1,600/yr7/10 Clean

Fusion FWD - Automatic (S6)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city32 hwy~$1,700/yr7/10 Clean

Fusion FWD - Automatic (S6)

26mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city33 hwy~$1,700/yr7/10 Clean

Fusion AWD - Automatic (S6)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2013 Ford Fusion

37States

25%in top 3

If you're near Florida, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

FLFlorida

2499%

TXTexas

2278%

CACalifornia

2088%

MIMichigan

1716%

ILIllinois

1435%

MOMissouri

1245%

PAPennsylvania

1084%

GAGeorgia

1014%

DCWashington DC

1014%

OHOhio

1004%

NCNorth Carolina

753%

AZArizona

683%

MDMaryland

662%

DEDelaware

632%

MNMinnesota

632%

IN53

WA52

OK50

TN46

UT45

WIWisconsin

442%

NYNew York

442%

COColorado

401%

OR38

NJ37

MA34

NE31

NH29

KY28

IA25

NV25

ID24

AL23

VA23

RI22

NM20

KS20

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2013.

2013 Ford Fusion: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2013 Ford Fusion a good car to buy?

The 2013 Ford Fusion has its strengths and its watch-outs. 6 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report steering as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2013 Ford Fusion?

Yes, 6 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2013 Ford Fusion?

Depending on configuration, the 2013 Ford Fusion delivers 25–41 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2013 Ford Fusion?

Out of 1,925 owner complaints, steering issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2013 compare to other Ford Fusion years?

Each Ford Fusion model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Ford Fusion overview page.