Problems with 2013 Ford Fusion POWER TRAIN

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. the contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, the vehicle engine revved with the see manual warning light illuminated. the contact managed to veer to the shoulder of the road and turn the vehicle off. the vehicle was restarted and it resumed to normal. the vehicle was taken to the dealer (camacho mitsubishi 401 auto vista dr, palmdale, ca 93551 (661) 344-1000) where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure recurred. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to contact nhtsa to place a complaint. the failure mileage was approximately 98,069.

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

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while the vehicle was in the park position, the shifter would move; however, the gear would not change. the contact examined the vehicle and noticed that the bushing was missing. the contact temporarily replaced the bushing with an aftermarket part. the contact took the vehicle to al paker ford west palm beach (located at 1530 n military trl, west palm beach, fl 33409, 561-689-6550) where it was determined that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 18v471000 (power train). the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but could not assist because the vin was not included in the recall. the approximate failure mileage was 169,823.

Check engine light came on. codes indicated a transmission clutch issue. online researching revealed this to be a frequent issue with mt vehicle type. problem consistantly occurs when transmission kicks into passing gear or on prolonged trips (30 minutes to and 1 hour of driving time) using cruise control. this began occurring around november 15th and still occurs if i drive more than 30 minutes. check engine light resets after the car sits unused for a day or two.

2013 ford fusion. consumer writes in regards to shift cable bushing safety recall. *ld the consumer requested to be reimbursed for the repairs due to the recall. *js

The gear shift on the vehicle has broken twice i've had it temporarily fixed to hold it over. but it's dangerous for is saying they don't have a recall on my model but the recall they have on the gear shifts fits exactly what i'm going thru.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while the vehicle was in park, the contact attempted to switch gears and the transmission shifter cable snapped. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 19v362000 (power train) prior to the failure. the notice stated "continue to safely drive your vehicle if you apply the parking brake before removing the key from the ignition". the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 116,637.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while driving various speeds, the vehicle shook, vibrated, and the rpms increased when the transmission switched from second to third gear. the cause of the failure was not determined. sheehy ford lincoln of gaithersburg (901 north frederick ave, gaithersburg, md) and the manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. the failure mileage was 28,350.

Initial ignition of the car results in engine stall out post abnormal ignition time. fusion will display "power run active" then "press brake to start". this will repeat after another ignition attempt and re-show the same messages on the dashboard. after a third ignition attempt the engine does not stall out. the problem is not a sudden onset but initial symptoms of the issue is that the car will stall out after 10 seconds of driving. initial re-ignition post stall results in normal function of the car without extra issue. however, this event becomes increasingly common over time until it simply stalls out immediately post ignition. despite multiple trips to a ford certified professional mechanic, no codes are given by the computer which renders diagnosis of the faulty part or cause of the issue near impossible. problem may present itself as faulty alternator, battery, or starter. however, even after replacement of any possibly faulty aforementioned parts the problem still persists.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while operating the vehicle, a transmission warning indicator remained illuminated and the vehicle shook and vibrated. also, the vehicle decelerated and several unknown warning indicators were displayed. the vehicle was taken to town and country ford (6015 preston hwy, louisville, ky), but the cause of the failure was not determined. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 65,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. after the vehicle was refueled at a fuel station, it failed to engage in any gear and the shifter did not move. the contact turned the vehicle off, waited approximately two minutes, restarted the vehicle and it resumed normal operation. the vehicle was driven to van horn ford (1000 e summit ave, oconomowoc, wi 53066) where they just advised the contact to call nhtsa. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 82,689.

While operating my vehicle from a stop to a rolling position, the transmission is not propelling the car forward like it should. i compare it to a manual transmission scenario where the clutch isn't released all the way, so the rpms rev-up, but the car moves forward a very slow pace. this has been going on for about 2 months now. nothing seems to resolve the issue. this occurs everyday, regardless of engine temperature or weather.

When driving the vehicle will give a notification in the dash about low coolant- service required. the vehicle will then 'shut off' in the middle of no (highway, city road, or even parking lot) where and will say it's over heated. turn the vehicle off and then back on and it runs just fine for over 20 minutes and does it again. had taken to the local ford dealership and they 'fixed' the problem that lasted a week- they changed the thermostat, hoses, sensors.

Shifter cable recall on the 2013 ford fusion. that exact problem is what is happening to my car, while initially in drive, the shifter cable broke and changed gear by itself. the dealer is refusing to look at it and fix it in a timely manner (roush ford, columbus, ohio 888-380-0264)

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. the contact just purchased the vehicle and noticed transmission fluid leaking onto the driveway. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 19v362000 (power train). the contact called the ford manufacturer and was informed that the vin was not included in a transmission recall and disconnected the call. the approximate failure mileage was 117,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. the contact stated that the bushing cable fractured as she attempted to shift the gear from reverse into drive. there was no warning indicator illuminated. as a result, the contact had to drive the vehicle backwards. the contact called elk grove ford at 916-249-1630 (located at 9645 auto center dr, elk grove, ca 95757) and was informed that the remedy was not available. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 1,000.

My vehicle was parked in front of the gas pump. when i got ready to leave the store i tried to put my car in drive. the shifter would not move out of park. on the dash it showed the car was in neutral and the car acted as if it were in neutral. the emergency brake had to be put on once it was pushed away from the gas pumps. the car then had to be towed home because there was and still is no fix for the recall on my vehicle. the recall was issued in may and there is still no remedy but tge dealership insisted that i pay out of pocket for a temporary fix then be reimbursed later....if there was any kind of fix even a temporary one my vehicle shouldve just been fixed. i am not at fault here.

Hello my name is [xxx] i have a 2013 ford fusion which of i loved until i got a recall letter in the mail so i went to the store one day came out and car wouldn't move then i have to get it towed and that cost me $75 then on that my key got stuck in the engine i can back out a couple days later to run the car cuz it's been sitting and my battery died so i wonder when the part for my car will be ready because that's my mean for transportation for me my kids and work i will take this matter to court if i have it. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

The bushing in the transmission shifter cable may degrade over time .

Vehicle does not shift to next gear picking up speed or some times going down hills will not shift to higher gear car only has 45000 miles on it still. and on high way it has down shifted hard at 70 mph then up shifted back to the right gear

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. the contact stated that the failure codes regarding evaporative system leak, power train (fuel and air metering) and power train (auxiliary emission control) were illuminated. the contact called an independent mechanic and notified them of the failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. a dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 77,000. *tr*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 19v3662000 (power train). the contact stated that the air conditioner and heater became inoperable and failed to defrost the windshield. additionally, the battery was dead. there were no warning indicators illuminated. basil ford (1540 walden ave, buffalo, ny 14225, (716) 893-1000) diagnosed that the rt module needed to be replaced, but was on backorder. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 80,000.

My vehicle is having issues with my car not going into park. last week i got home pulled in my driveway. i tried to put my car in park but the gear shift would not move. it was stuck in the drive mode. the only way i was able to stop my car from rolling into my house was by using the emergency brake. this is the second extremely dangerous recall with this vehicle. previously i had a recall with the back passenger door latch. driving with my children one particular day and the door opens. my personal opinion and based on my experience the 2013 ford fusion is a safety hazard and has not been manufactured properly.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. the contact stated that the gears failed to shift, and the transmission would slip and jump gears. also, the vehicle hesitated. on one occasion, when the vehicle was placed into park, it continued to move forward. a "see manual" message appeared on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to wood house ford (3633 n 72nd st, omaha, ne 68134, (402) 574-2600), but was not diagnosed or repaired. the vehicle was taken to a local transmission specialist, but was not repaired. the contact wanted to explore his options. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist because the vin was not included in a recall. the failure mileage was 130,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v362000 (power train). the contact called terry's ford of peotone at 708-258-9200 (located at 363 n harlem ave, peotone, il 60468) and was informed that the parts were not available. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. the contact had not experienced a failure. vin tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v362000 (power train). the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. butch oustalet ford wiggins (820 w frontage dr, wiggins, ms 39577, (601) 928-5486) was contacted and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. the contact had not experienced a failure. vin tool confirms parts not available.

Ford has yet to remedy a solution for the transmission cable shifter on the ford fusion. my vehicle shifter is in the park position, however, the dashboard displays that the car in in neutral. previously, i had parked my car, shut of the ignition and exited. my car proceeded to move back and struck my husband's car. luckily, it was only my husband's car and not another vehicle, object, or person. this issue initially was announced in july of 2018. i received a letter in the mail of may 2019. currently, my car will no longer operate. the shifter will not move at this point, therefore, i'm unable to operate my car. when i contacted multiple ford dealerships in the area, as well as corporate, i was told that there is nothing that can be done at this point and that ford will administer an additional letter when the issue can be addressed. months have passed and ford has done nothing. the safety letter advised, that ford's "commitment, together with your dealer, is to provide the highest level of service and support. sadly, this is not the case.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. after switching the transmission shifter into park, turning the engine off, and exiting the vehicle, the vehicle rolled down the driveway and into the street. the vehicle was towed to brighton ford (8240 grand rive ave, brighton, mi) where it was diagnosed that the transmission shift cable bushing failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 18v471000 (power train). the contact indicated that the vehicle experienced the same failure listed in the recall. the failure mileage was 125,000. the vin was unknown.

While decelerating, the rpm jumps up to 4 or 5 and the cars shifts hard. does matter if i am going up an incline or or flat plain road...it happens.

Car will shift to neutral when place in reverse. car will also jerk when changing speeds of 10.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning while the accelerator pedal was depressed. the contact attempted to depress the accelerator pedal again, which caused the vehicle to accelerate at high speeds. the contact regained control of the vehicle and took it to town ford lincoln (700 3rd st se, east wenatchee, wa 98802, (888) 470-0454) to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified and advised the contact to file a complaint. the failure mileage was 70,000.

The shifter cable bushing failed,causing inaccurate gear selection,resulting in car rolling down my driveway, crossing the street and crashing into my neighbors tree. damage included the rear bumper, the tree, no one was hurt but it could have been a lot worse. ford has a recall for the same year, and model, but insist that my car is not in the list. this incident has cost to date almost a thousand dollars to fix. the loss of confidence regarding the safety of this vehicle cannot be monetized.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while driving, the vehicle jerked. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was an electrical failure and the transmission needed to be reset. in addition, the front lower control arms on both sides of the vehicle detached. the dealer and manufacturer were not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 124,973.

Extremely abrupt shifting between 1st-2nd and 2nd-3rd. 2013 ford fusion titanium awd. the shift is becoming so hard that i brace myself and place my neck against the headrest during the shift. the transmission shift's so hard it sounds like something is going to break. i've had the adaptive system reprogramed 3 times and the solenoids in 2nd and 3rd replaced already. the shift is abrupt and hard no matter how i try accelerating, also sport mode doesn't make a difference.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while the vehicle was in drive, the gear would independently shift into reverse. the contact had to apply the emergency brake in order to stop the vehicle from rolling out of the driveway. gary yeoman's ford lincoln (1420 n tomoka farms rd, daytona beach, fl 32124, (386) 310-2342) was contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure recurred. the manufacturer was made aware of the failures and informed the contact that the vin was not included in a recall. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Periodically will delay when shifted into reverse, then will engage hard, causing loud sound, slams into gear. happened several times from the parked position backing out of a parking space, shifting from park to reverse. also happened several times when stopping forward motion and shifting into reverse, shifting drive to reverse also has condition while driving that transmission would not shift out of low gear automatically or manually, needed to pull over to the side of road, and shut engine off and restart, transmission shifted correctly after restarting engine owned vehicle from new, delay shifting into reverse condition occurred periodically after about two years of service. the no up shift condition has only occurred once to date on 3/1/19

Jumping during acceleration when the car is shifting gears. car acts as of it wants to turn off .

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while driving 20 mph, the steering wheel seized and failed to turn. the failure was intermittent. also, the transmission slipped and seized before going into gear. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the contact's home. the dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure mileage was 180,000.

My car has been skipping and hesitation with power train or transmission while driving whenever it wants. it’s nothing specific to make that happen. last week back power windows quit working. now....started car in drive, steering was locked. drove back and forth, tried different gears, tried restarting, it finally started by turning key over. came home, parked in driveway, can’t get steering to unlock at all now! i am over an hour away from home, so whenever it decides to turn, i can head home. but after reading these reviews, do i dare? does ford want us owners to die, or the innocent we may hit? either way i would sue because they cannot deny knowing there’s a problem!

Shift linkage came apart, the car is a 2013 but isnt covered under the current recall for some reason. the car was stationary

I have a 2013 ford fusion. it has been displaying a jerking motion with pulling is out a park and into drive. when going to turn the corner it stalled out on me. i was able to get it stated back up but when driving its like it had no power and it was going slow.

The shift cable became disconnected from the transmission allowing the shift lever to move through the positions, but the vehicle would not move out of park. fortunately, the vehicle was stuck in park and we could not pull it out of the driveway, but if this had happened when pulling in and it hadn't gone into park, it could have rolled down our driveway and hurt someone. this is the same issue described by ford recall number 18s20, however my vehicle appears to not be included in the recall even though it is the same make model and year of the recalled vehicles and made at the same manufacturing facility in mexico that is covered by the recall.

Arrived home placed my car on park and when i lifted my foot off the break the vehicle kept driving forward hitting a snow bank. put my foot on break and turned off the vehicle. tried to start the car but it says "transmission not on park" on dash. car will not start. for safety i set parking break. contacted for due to recall # 18s20 and was advised that according to my vin # the recall does not apply to my vehicle. exactly what the recall describes is what has happened to my vehicle. i have no other transportation. this is a very unsafe situation.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. when the contact shifted the gear into reverse, the transmission remained in park. the contact had to shift into neutral, push the vehicle, hop iside, and place the gear into reverse. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was towed to j.c. lewis ford lincoln statesboro (6922 veterans memorial pkwy, statesboro, ga 30458, (912) 341-6767) where it was diagnosed and repaired. the diagnosis information was unavailable. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. the failure mileage was 87,892.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while driving and attempting to shift gears, the shifter failed. the contact stated that the instrument panel displayed (p), which meant the gear was in park. the vehicle began to roll forward and the contact had to apply the emergency brake to stop it from moving forward. an independent mechanic came to the contact's residence and unlocked the shifter. the vehicle was able to be driven again, but the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to san tan ford (1429 e motorplex loop, gilbert, az 85297, (480) 821-3200) where it was diagnosed that the shifting cable bushing needed to be replaced. the dealer informed the contact that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 18v471000 (power train). the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

The vehicle has an electrical glitch and when attempting to park the car it will show as park but will actually slip into neutral and roll forward or back if in a slight hill. also an manufacturing error is causing the car to abruptly stop while on driving. the rpms will increase by itself and then suddenly fall to 0 and the car will not be able to move. all the electrical components will still be on i.e. radio , heat , lights but the car will not move. it's no warning as to when it will just suddenly stop so it's extremely unsafe if driving on a highway.

I was on a city street. i was shifting from drive to reverse and the car kept rolling forward. even when i shift to what thought was park and turned the car off and try to start again the dash read car not in park. i had someone come to help me and found the bushing to the shift cable snapped. so he placed a tube in the hole where the bushing was to hold it place to shift and got me bat home to pa. i went to the ford dealer who said it would cost $500.00 to fix. i checked online and there is a recall for this exact problem but not my vin# why not this is the same problem as recall# 18s20.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. while the contact attempted to pull out of a parking space, the vehicle was shifted into drive, but did not engage. the contact stated that the gear shifter felt loose as if it were disconnected. the vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. an independent mechanic diagnosed that the shifter cable failed and needed replacement. the mechanic performed a temporary remedy, but the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 106,000.

I put my car in park and it got stuck and on the speedometer it is saying my car is in reverse. i had to put on the emergency brake to stop the car from rolling back

My 2013 ford fusions automatic steering cable bushing fell out while i was in line at the bank. i was unable to move my vehicle and had it towed. we looked at recalls on 1/7/2019 and found a recall but not specific to my vin number. how can the same thing happen to my vehicle and not be covered under a recall? i was in danger and had to use my parking brake immediately when i thought my car was in park.