2013 Ford Fusion Steering Problems
- 207
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 207 stored complaint records:
- 6 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
What owners report
- power steering · 91 records
- steering wheel · 50 records
- steering assist · 28 records
- assist fault · 20 records
- failure mileage · 16 records
- steering rack · 12 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 65 |
| 30–60k mi | 59 |
| 1–30k mi | 47 |
| 100–150k mi | 21 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
My son was driving his ford fusion yesterday when suddenly the power steering assist fault indicator came on and he lost all power steering capabilities. Luckily he was able to manhandle the car to a parking lot. According to the dealership, the car is not affected by a previous recall involving this same issue.
ODI 11099003
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. While driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was pulled off the road and towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
ODI 11098447
Electrical System · Steering
I was making a turn when my power steering went out and there was a message saying power steering assist fault. I took it to the car dealership where i had purchased my car and they said it was the electric power steering gear and i had researched that some previous cars had been recalled for that exact problem.
ODI 11093455
Steering
Power steering gear failed while driving on highway. I nearly lost control of my vehicle. Vehicle has approximately 48k miles, this same part is covered under other ford fusion recalls but not this specific vin. Ford dealership quoted $2600 to repair.
ODI 11092551
Steering
Lost steering has cracked ele drive motor on steering rack 10th one in our fleet of 50 the mounting ear is broke from corrosion or rust jacking all the cars we have the cowl leaks water on drive motor
ODI 11090293
Steering
Steering rack drive motor mounting ear cracked from corriosion or rust jacking this is the 9th one in our city fleet in a few months this is a safety problem someone will get hurt
ODI 11089884
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized and the check engine indicator illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer. The dealer was not called. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 28,221. *tt *tr
ODI 11088981
Steering
Loss of electric power steering assist on the power steering control module (pscm) due to a pigtail connection. This is a huge safety issue as the power steering could turn off while driving and cause an accident. Car was no longer drive-able.
ODI 11088875
Steering
The problem i am currently facing and has been correctly diagnosed by a ford dealership is a loose steering wheel attachment bolt. This problem already persists and has a recall for 2014-2018 ford fusions (18s08). My steering wheel is very loose and feels like it can fall off any moment. One can easily tell that the steering wheel is not fully attached to the rest of the car. The problem began months ago and has…
ODI 11171608
Steering · Traction Control System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford fusion. While pulling out of a parking space in reverse, a rattling noise emerged from the front of the vehicle. In addition, the "hill assist" and "traction failed" messages displayed. The contact also stated that the steering ability seized. The vehicle was towed to all american ford in point pleasant, new jersey where it was diagnosed that the steering rack failed. The contact…
ODI 11082210
Steering
Has cracked steering drive motor mounting ear cowl leaking on ele motor and steering rack causing corrosion then rust jacking braking off motor mounting ear this is the 6th one in our fleet some lost steering
ODI 11081810
Critical Fasteners · Steering
Power steering motor mounting ears are cracking due to corrosion we have some of them loose control of the steering this is a fleet car this is a common problem ford just replaced two for free thet out of warranty
ODI 11081293
Steering
Cracked steering drive motor on rack and pinion causing loss of steering cowl is leaking on drive motor and wiring harness causing corrosion then pushing the two parts apart then cracking the 4th one in our fleet to do this has 22170 miles on it
ODI 11078274
Engine · Steering · Unknown Or Other
I was driving as usual. The car suddenly slowed down and the red warning sign came on and reads " engine coolant overtemperature ". At this point, the steering became difficult and the speed slowed to a crawl while we were in the middle of a highway. This put us ( my two children and i ) in so much danger! Cars were honking and whizzing by us which scared my children. When we finally made it to the side of the road…
ODI 11076825
Steering
Car became difficult to steer and warning came on "power steering assist fail" i was driving my two children to school at the time!
ODI 11076449
Steering
Steering wheel is constantly coming loose. I am able to tighten it myself, vut within a couple of day it is loose again. I just tried to turn into my local walgreens and the steering wheel came off the bolt completely and just spun. I had no control of the vehicle.
ODI 11076054
Steering
Loss of steering has cracked drive motor on steering rack fleet car 3rd one with same problem cowl leak water on steering motor causing corrosion then rust jacking braking off mounting ear on drive motor common problem
ODI 11076604
Steering
Vehicles electronic steering assist service warning light came on while driving, but remained functional until the vehicle was parked and engine turned off. Upon restart the service steering now light was on, with no power steering. Luckily nobody was driving the vehicle when the steering system completely stopped working or that could have been catastrophic. Took the vehicle to the dealer and they are claiming…
ODI 11075682
Steering
My wife was driving with my two children. She made a right hand turn and the power steering went out. She almost ran into a truck that was traveling at approximately 45 mph. Thank god that the truck swerved and a accident was avoided. A light came on that said power steering assist fault. After a lot of research i've found this is a common problem in certain ford models. I've talked to ford and they have informed me…
ODI 11074377
Steering
I took a turn out of a parking lot and lost my electric steering completely. The dealership called it an "internal failure". They said the steering gear (or steering rack) came apart internally. They said there is no recall for this issue and it will cost me $2,200. It was very scary as i could barely turn the wheel. Thank goodness i was still in a parking lot, and managed to turn into a spot away from moving…
ODI 11073529
Steering
After driving to the grocery store i noticed the steering wheel was loose. Without turning it, there is about 1/8 inch of play now between the top and bottom of the wheel when pressing down on it. Its now a little floppy/wobbly when driving.
ODI 11072192
Steering
Power steering assist fault which does not allow the car to turn on. The error message above is listed as the reason why the car will not start.
ODI 11066757
Engine · Steering
The engine issue:vehicle intermittently stalls while backing, and driving. The electrical throttle body was subject to a ford ' customer satisfaction program 13n03', that program has now expired, and any vehicles with the now malfunctioning throttle body will receive no warranty, or compensation for repair costs. When the vehicle stalls while driving, especially at highway speeds, this presents an extremely…
ODI 11065944
Steering
Stared vehicle up, parked at an idle epas (electric power steering) failed sending a message across the instrument cluster and making it difficult to drive as the steering was incredibly difficult to turn. Set code c200b for steering shaft torque sensor which is the same fault that the previous fusion model had a recall for. Replaced entire steering rack due to malfunctioning sensor.
ODI 11061348
Power Train · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
My 2013 ford fusion titaniumtransmission went out at 80k. I was informed by the dealer that, "upon teardown found transmission case cracked and metal in transmission." here is the letter describing the situation that i sent to the ford dealer after many calls with ford manufacture: i would really appreciate your assistance in dealing with my transmission repair, steering temporary locking, and check engine light…
ODI 11064841