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2013 ford Fusion steering problems

moderate 414 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700

Complaints
414
Recalls
1
Crashes
9
Avg fix
$700

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 13V232000 31/05/2013

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Fusion vehicles manufactured April 19, 2013, through April 23, 2013

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

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S06. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

What owners are reporting 11 most recent

steering · filed 12/31/2024

Steering stopped working during drive home. It is now at my house. Safety was impacted because it became problematic during the drive. I had an independent mechanic evaluate the car today, he stated that this make and model of a vehicle is known to have this problem, and diagnosed it with a need to replace the steering rack. A warning appeared during the drive right before we got home, now car won…

steering · filed 12/31/2019

MY 2013 FORD FUSION POWER STEERING FAILED, GET POWER ASSIST FAILURE MESSAGE AS WELL AS LANE ASSIST FAILURE MESSAGE VERY DANGEROUS

steering · filed 12/31/2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD FUSION. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HAD TO USE EXCESSIVE STRENGTH TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE LOW POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PAUL CERAME FORD (11400 NEW HALLS FERRY ROAD, FLORISSANT, MO 63033, (314) 838-2400) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIR…

steering · filed 12/30/2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD FUSION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THE POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INDICATING SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HERB CHAMBERS FORD OF WESTBOROUGH (310 TURNPIKE RD, RTE. 9, WESTBOROUGH, MA 01581) BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS REFERRED BY THE DEALER TO THE MANUFACTURER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE M…

steering · filed 12/30/2015

WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IN A COMMERCIAL ARE THE WHEEL STOPPED STEERING. I COULD NOT MOVE THE WHEEL LEFT OR RIGHT AND GOT STUCK IN AN INTERSECTION. A POLICE OFFICER CAME AND SAT WITH ME WHILE WE WAITED FOR A TOW TRUCK. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND WAS LOOKED AT WHEN THEY OPENED AFTER THE WEEKEND. THEY PUT IN A REQUEST TO FORD TO ALLOW THE PIECE TO BE REPLACED UNDER CURRENT RECALLS RE…

steering · filed 12/30/2015

I PARKED MY 2013 FORD FUSION WITH 52,000 MILES ON IT FOR 3 DAYS IN MY DRIVEWAY AND WHEN I STARTED IT A MESSAGE SAYING POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT CAME ON AND THERE ISN'T ANY POWER STEERING. I CONTACTED FORD AND THEY SAID THEY WILL LOOK AT IT BUT I HAD TO PAY FOR THE TECH'S TIME, I THEN LOOKED ON THE WEB AND IT SAID THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS FOR OVER 445K FORD CARS, BUT MY VIN WAS NOT PART OF IT B…

steering · filed 12/30/2014

THIS IS A CASE OF MULTIPLE INCIDENTS, FIRST INCIDENT WITH SIGNIFICANT ISSUE WAS ON 12/11/2014. AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND REVERSING ACROSS TWO LANES OF TRAFFIC, MY CAR TURNED OFF AND SAID "PRESS BRAKE TO START" (I HAVE THE PUSH-START-IGNITION). THE CAR TURNED OFF AS I WAS REVERING ACROSS THE STREET, I HAD TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK IN ORDER TO RESTART THE CAR. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND DROV…

steering · filed 12/29/2022

Power Steering warning light came on while I was driving. I was still able to steer the car. After I shut the car off and turned it back on I could barely steer the car. The warning light came on again. I left the car at a nearby garage, but they are closed until Jan 2, because of the holiday. I could have gotten into an accident. Other vehicles were flashing their lights and honking as I had to d…

steering · filed 12/29/2018

WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT AROUND 40 MPH, ABOUT TO CROSS A BRIDGE, I LOST POWER STEERING AND IT IMMEDIATELY BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN THE WHEEL.

steering · filed 12/29/2018

THE STEERING WHEEL HAS GOTTEN HARD TO TURN.. JUST ONE DAY IT START DOING THIS AND HASN'T STOP.. I JUST GOT MY CAR FEBRUARY 2018.. I JUST DON'T UNDERSTAND... I TURNT MY CAR OF WHEN I WENT TO THE STORE ONE DAY, WHEN I TURNT IT BACK ON ALL KINDS OF LIGHTS CAME ON, ( POWER STEERING, HILL ASSIST START, ETC), AND IT WOULDN'T TURN RIGHT. IT BECAME HARD TO TURN, BUT WASN'T DOING IT BEFORE...

Common questions

How serious is the steering problem on the 2013 ford Fusion?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 414 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the steering 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 $700 for steering 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 steering?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover steering issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Other problem areas on this vehicle

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