2013 Ford Fusion Energi Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 14, 2024 · 39 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Fusion Energi years
More complaints than other years 3rd of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Ford Fusion Energi. That ranks 3rd out of 9 Fusion Energi model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (10 complaints, 26%), typically at around 45,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2013 Ford Fusion Energi problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Steering10 · ~45,000 mi
Electrical System9 · ~51,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System6 · ~9,800 mi
Unknown or Other6 · ~42,500 mi
Power Train5 · ~53,000 mi
Service Brakes5 · ~26,000 mi
Engine3 · ~3,334 mi
Structure3 · ~54,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control3 · ~15,000 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)2 · ~6,067 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Steering1026%45,000——
Electrical System923%51,000——
Fuel/propulsion System615%9,800——
Unknown or Other615%42,500——
Power Train513%53,000——
Service Brakes513%26,000——
Engine38%3,334——
Structure38%54,000——
Vehicle Speed Control38%15,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)25%6,067——
Seat Belts25%63,000——
Air Bags13%———
Equipment13%60,000——
Equipment Adaptive/mobility13%8,800——
Parking Brake13%104,150——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic13%104,150——
Wheels13%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2017, with 8 complaints
2014: 7201472015: 4201542016: 3201632017: 8201782018: 8201882019: 7201972023: 1202312024: 120241

n = 39 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Ford Fusion Energi recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Ford Fusion Energi.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
  • Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
  • Door Latch Failures (RQ19005) — opened Dec 19, 2019, closed Feb 7, 2022, led to recall 20V177000.
  • Door Latch Failure (EA15002) — opened Feb 27, 2015, closed Nov 13, 2015, led to recall 15V246000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and attempting to turn to the right or left, the steering wheel became stiff, and difficult to maneuver the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was…

Steering · received May 14, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11588702

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion Energi. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and shifting into gear, the vehicle failed to respond. While driving, the brake warning light illuminated. The brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Sep 25, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11546435

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD FUSION ENERGI. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V592000 (EQUIPMENT). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CORD WAS SMOKING AND OVERHEATED WHILE PLUGGED INTO THE WALL OUTLET. THE CORD WAS REPLACED TWICE. SALINAS VALLEY FORD LINCOLN (1100 AUTO…

Electrical System · received Nov 6, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11278529

I took my vehicle to spradley ford dealership for service regarding recalls 16s42 and 18s24. The dealership reports resolving 16s42 by servicing the seat belt tensioners. The dealership refused to address recall 18s24 because i did not have the charging cable inside the vehicle. I spoke with…

Electrical System · received Jun 4, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11217900

Tpms system fault comes up shortly after key fobs stop working took vehicle to a for dealer for service all they can say is that is the rtm module but they cant be to sure on what it is seem like they dont know whats going on this has happen at two ford dealers already, research was done and it…

Wheels · received May 20, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11208854

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Frequently asked questions

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

Owners most often report steering, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 10 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Ford Fusion Energi?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 Ford Fusion Energi a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fusion Energi model years, the 2013 has more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.