Does the 2013 Ford Fusion have a fuel system recall?

Yes. Recall 13V227000, reported May 31, 2013, covers replacement of the fuel delivery module on affected 2013 Fusion vehicles, along with several other Ford and Lincoln models, at no charge.

How many fuel system complaints does the 2013 Ford Fusion have?

NHTSA lists 141 fuel system complaints for the 2013 Fusion, which is 8% of the 1,791 total complaints filed for that model year.

What is the most common fuel system problem on the 2013 Fusion?

The most frequent pattern in owner complaints is a fuel tank that will not fill to its rated 16.5-gallon capacity, often stopping around 12 to 13 gallons, paired with an inaccurate fuel gauge reading.

Are there fires linked to the 2013 Fusion fuel system?

NHTSA fuel system complaint data for the 2013 Fusion includes 5 fire reports, with no associated crashes or injuries noted.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2013 Fusion?

The median mileage at failure among NHTSA fuel system complaints for the 2013 Fusion is 70,000 miles.

2013 Ford Fusion Fuel System Problems

NHTSA logged 141 fuel system complaints for the 2013 Ford Fusion, 8% of its 1,791 total complaints, plus 5 fire reports. A related recall (13V227000) covers fuel delivery module replacement, and typical failure mileage sits at 70,000 miles.

Fuel System complaints: 141; 8% of 1,791
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 5
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 70,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Fuel tanks will not fill past roughly 12 to 13 gallons despite a rated 16.5-gallon capacity, with the pump nozzle repeatedly clicking off early.
After a partial fill, the digital fuel gauge shows less than full and then drops quickly over the next several miles, suggesting a gauge calibration problem.
Some owners report the fuel gauge misreads tank level even when the tank was verified full by the amount of fuel pumped in.
High-pressure fuel pump leaks have caused fuel to drip onto the exhaust, in one case igniting a fire while the car was being driven.
Separate under-hood fires developed after drivers noticed a gasoline smell or smoke coming through the vents or from the engine bay.

When 2013 Ford Fusion fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 12, 2013, latest Jul 11, 2026.

141 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2018 Q4 (11).

Fuel System recalls for the 2013 Ford Fusion

NHTSA 13V227000May 31, 2013Fuel System390,783 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKS, MKT, and MKZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S04.

Fuel System complaints by Fusion model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010704 (14%)
2011237 (9%)
201265 (3%)
2013141 (8%)
201482 (6%)
201567 (7%)
201692 (6%)
201737 (3%)
201830 (7%)
201917 (5%)
202012 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Ford Fusion have a fuel system recall?: Yes. Recall 13V227000, reported May 31, 2013, covers replacement of the fuel delivery module on affected 2013 Fusion vehicles, along with several other Ford and Lincoln models, at no charge.
How many fuel system complaints does the 2013 Ford Fusion have?: NHTSA lists 141 fuel system complaints for the 2013 Fusion, which is 8% of the 1,791 total complaints filed for that model year.
What is the most common fuel system problem on the 2013 Fusion?: The most frequent pattern in owner complaints is a fuel tank that will not fill to its rated 16.5-gallon capacity, often stopping around 12 to 13 gallons, paired with an inaccurate fuel gauge reading.
Are there fires linked to the 2013 Fusion fuel system?: NHTSA fuel system complaint data for the 2013 Fusion includes 5 fire reports, with no associated crashes or injuries noted.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2013 Fusion?: The median mileage at failure among NHTSA fuel system complaints for the 2013 Fusion is 70,000 miles.