2013 Ford Fusion Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 73about this part
- Share
- 4%of 1,792 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 62,226miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 73 complaints about the brakes of the 2013 Ford Fusion, 4% of the 1,792 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,226 miles. 9 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving the vehicle on a main city street (straight away) the electronic stability system lights came on along with the ABS light and the vehicle proceeded to try and stop on its own without me applying pressure to the brakes. It has done this multiple times and I have already contacted the nearest Ford dealership. I have 2 small children and I am in fear of driving my vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11318883, filed 2020-03, 140,000 miles“Twice in the last 2 week my emergency brake has engaged will I was drivng down the highway. A warning light came on tell my there was a fault with my brakes . So I pull off the high and pulled the lever up then push it down then pulled it up . I did that 3 times to make sure it was not on”
NHTSA complaint #11255684, filed 2019-09, 97,000 miles“While I started reversing towards my driveway entrance my vehicle got completely paralyzed as I changed gears from drive to reverse, my steering wheel, brakes and shift gear stoped responding, I managed to carefully move my car to a safety location but I was in a dangerous situation when I had to let my car slide down the road of my house in order to let the traffic (I had unintentionally caused) carry on. I then, put my cars emergency brake on and called my mechanic. …”
NHTSA complaint #11243001, filed 2019-08, 41,500 miles“I had just left the gym and was heading home. I had just resumed driving after after being stopped at a red light, when the vehicle in front of me stopped suddenly. When I hit my brakes, it felt as if my aba was engaging, but instead I heard a pop and my brake pedal went all the way to the floor. I had to hit my brake again to stop my vehicle. The road was clear of any sand or gravel, the weather was clear and it was 27 degrease. My speed was approximately between 12-20, due to the fact stated above. …”
NHTSA complaint #11156359, filed 2018-12, 13 miles“I had started my car one morning and noticed some dummy lights had not gone off. I then got a notice about hill side assist not available that was weird as I was on a flat surface. Then I also got a notification that said service advancetrak . The warning lamps that stayed illuminated are ABS, front airbag, stability control, and stability control off lights. While I drove off, the steering was affected as well, it wasn't like I had no power steering, but it was definately more difficult to steer. I got to work, called the dealer, made an appointment for my car to be looked at. …”
NHTSA complaint #11387920, filed 2021-01, 91,000 milesRelated recalls
- 23V162000Mar 10, 2023Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.Covers: Ford Fusion 2013–2018, Lincoln MKZ 2013–2018
Related service bulletins
- 10228876Dec 16, 2022Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the…
- 10226752Nov 4, 2022Some 2013-2016 Escape/Fusion/MKZ vehicles may display an error message when updating the All Wheel Drive-ATC Barcode using the IDS service function after installing a new rear…
- 10222788Oct 6, 2022Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the…
- 10222518Sep 30, 2022Certain 2015-2018 Model Year Edge and Lincoln MKX Vehicles and 2013-2018 Model Year Fusion and Lincoln MKZ Vehicles Front Brake Flexible Hose Replacement Submitting Owner Letters
- 10201034Aug 25, 2021Some 2013-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and…
- 10091151Oct 17, 2016Some 2008-2017 ford/mercury/lincoln vehicles equipped with sync may generate a vhr that identifies a concern with the brakes and suspension category indicating service is…
- 10090681Oct 17, 2016Some 2008-2017 ford/mercury/lincoln vehicles equipped with sync may generate a vhr that identifies a concern with the brakes and suspension category indicating service is…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 10 | 5% |
| 2019 | 6 | 2% |
| 2018 | 6 | 1% |
| 2017 | 102 | 9% |
| 2016 | 137 | 8% |
| 2015 | 125 | 13% |
| 2014 | 120 | 9% |
| 2013 | 73 | 4% |
| 2012 | 113 | 4% |
| 2011 | 194 | 7% |
| 2010 | 548 | 11% |
| 2009 | 531 | 52% |
| 2008 | 542 | 40% |
| 2007 | 147 | 14% |
| 2006 | 36 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2013 Ford Fusion
389 complaintsEngine
386 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
281 complaintsOther or unknown
190 complaintsBody and structure
164 complaintsElectrical system
160 complaintsFuel system
141 complaintsAir bags
101 complaintsSeat belts
100 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
85 complaintsEngine cooling
72 complaintsVehicle speed control
43 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Ford Fusion
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology