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1FADP3K25DL••••••2013 Ford FUSION
This build draws 3.3× more complaints than the average 2013 Ford FUSION build (43 vs 13).
43on this build
1651on the model
125builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 20Engine 10Steering 6Fuel/propulsion System 6
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemApr 2026
The evap canister purge valve has been a recurring problem for this vehicle. The canister was replaced in 2021, but continued having problems, as it pulled a vacuum on the fuel tank in upwards of 3/8 inch. (Documented by Murray Ford in 2023 and reassuredthere was no issue by…
EngineApr 2026
I am reporting a severe vehicle safety hazard and engine stalling incident on my 2013 Ford Focus caused by an un-remedied factory emissions safety defect (related to Ford Recall 26S40 / 18S32). Due to an incomplete factory software monitoring patch, the canister purge valve…
SteeringMar 2026
Steering wheel became hard to turn and then no steering and steering loss Stop safely came on the instrument panel, had car towed home and have had no one look at it yet
Power TrainJun 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle shuddered and hesitated. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. The contact stated that the…
Unknown Or OtherSep 2021
June 2021 I purchased a car from a Ford dealership in North Carolina. When buying the seller had assured me that the vehicle was in good condition and had not informed me that there was a recall concerning the transmission. However, I had clearly explained to this seller that I…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FADP3K25DL271031 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.