The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while her son was driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled with a whining sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was then towed to another independent mechanic for a second opin…
2013 ford Fusion powertrain problems
severe 284 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
284
Recalls
0
Crashes
11
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TRANSMISSION STARTED SLIPPING REALLY BAD EVEN DOWN SHIFTING SO HARD FELT LIKE U HIT SOMETHING LUCKILY I HAD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY SO IT SHOULD BE COVERED. IT'S BEEN 11 DAYS I STILL HAVEN'T GOTTEN MY CAR BACK. LOOKED ONLINE SEEMS LIKE A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE THIS SAME PROBLEM. I THINK FORD SHOULD BE INVESTIGATED FOR ANOTHER POTENTIAL FAULTY TRANSMISSION
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2013 ford Fusion?
It's a meaningful issue. 284 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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