Is the 2013 Ford Fusion a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B6.5/10
The 2013 Ford Fusion SE is a stylish and fuel-efficient midsize sedan, but be cautious with its known transmission issues.
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Pros
- Stylish design
- Good fuel economy
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Transmission reliability concerns
- Interior quality can be subpar
- Limited rear visibility
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy (combined)
43 mpg
Maintenance cost
$550/yr
Expected lifespan
150,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission shuddering
- Door latch recalls
- Steering issues
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Active recalls (19)
The 2013 Ford Fusion has 19 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Power Train — Manual Transmission (campaign 26V376000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Latches/Locks/Linkages — Doors — Latch — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. Thes…
- Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Gear Position Indication (Prndl) — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmissio…
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.…
- Power Train — Manual Transmission — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Focus and 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 18V169 and 18V845. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the tra…
Recall data: NHTSA. Updated 2026-07-05.
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