CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2013 Fusion doesn’t have the same track record of power steering failure as the previous 3 model years. Of course, those owners said their steering failed at 60k–100k miles. So this appears to be a classic "wait and see" scenario.
In the meantime, there’s plenty of interior accessory problems to complain about. By themselves, each is a barely a blip on the radar. But combined, they give you that feeling of what the hell have I gotten myself into?
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,378 miles
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I have been complaining about the headlamps on my vehicle since I first purchased it. I have brought it to the dealer on 2 occasions complaining that the headlamps are too dim. I avoid driving this vehicle at night because I will not be able to avoid a road hazard, they are that dim. I have to use the high beams when driving at night to feel safe. I also have a 2013 Honda Accord that my wife drives, and the low beams on the Honda light up the road like a runway. There is a recall for the headlamps on the 1.6L eco boost, but they tell me it doesn't apply to my vehicle because I have a 2.5L. I have compared vehicles and I see no difference in application. If the issue cannot be resolved through my dealer, I will have to sell the car, because it is not safe to drive at night. Thank you.
The left and right turn signals have malfunctioned, I.e., they either do not stay on longer than one flash cycle, or they shut off prematurely. The function is not being confused with the 3 flash lane change feature this feature works 100% of the time. Premature shutting off of the turn signal typically (but not always) occurs when making a turn from a full stop. When the signal is actuated, it flashes for 10 30 seconds while sitting at a stop light (wheels are positioned straight ahead). When the traffic light changes and I just begin to turn the wheel, the signal shuts off. The immediate shut off issue does not happen as frequently as the premature issue, but when it does happen, I cannot get the turn signal to function for more than one flash at a time. Both described issues have occurred since the vehicle was about 3 months old. This issue will be reported for the first time when the vehicle goes in for its next service.
On multiple, random occasions, the left and right turn signals have malfunctioned, I.e., they either do not stay on longer than one flash cycle, or they shut off prematurely. The function is not being confused with the 3 flash lane change feature ? this feature works 100% of the time. Premature shutting off of the turn signal typically (but not always) occurs when making a turn from a full stop. When the signal is actuated, it flashes for 10 ? 30 seconds while sitting at a stop light (wheels are positioned straight ahead). When the traffic light changes and I just begin to turn the wheel, the signal shuts off. The immediate shut off issue does not happen as frequently as the premature issue, but when it does happen, I cannot get the turn signal to function for more than one flash at a time. Both described issues have occurred since the vehicle was about 3 months old. This issue will be reported for the first time when the vehicle goes in for its next service.
The front body panels around the headlights are loose and you can hear some kind of a rattle around the back passenger side door when you get over 55 mph.
- Williamsport, IN, USA
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- San Ramon, CA, USA