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2013 Ford Fusion Fuel System Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

How common are fuel system problems on the 2013 Ford Fusion?

141 owners have reported fuel system problems on the 2013 Ford Fusion, 8% of all complaints for this year and the 6th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 48,000–100,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.

141 complaints 8% of all 2013 complaints 71,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Fuel pump 2
Canister 2
Tank assembly 1
Control / drive module 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (100 of 141). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Fuel System complaints by the year the problem happened.

Fuel System complaints by Fusion year

2008 Fusion 11
2009 Fusion 12
2012 Fusion 65
2013 Fusion 141
2014 Fusion 82
2015 Fusion 67
2016 Fusion 92
2017 Fusion 37
2018 Fusion 30
2019 Fusion 17
2020 Fusion 12

Related recalls

Cracked fuel module can leak fuel

Fire risk

The fuel delivery module may crack, letting fuel leak out. If that fuel meets an ignition source, it can cause a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module free of charge (Ford recall campaign 13S04).

Recall 13V227000 · May 2013
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Other 2013 Ford Fusion problems

Common questions

What are common 2013 Ford Fusion fuel system problems?

Complaints most often name the fuel pump, canister and tank assembly.

At what mileage do 2013 Ford Fusion fuel system problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 48,000–100,000 miles. The middle value is about 71,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2013 Ford Fusion fuel system problems?

Yes: 13V227000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which Fusion year has the most fuel system complaints?

The 2010 Fusion, with 705 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.