2013 BMW 528I vs 2013 Ford Fusion
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 BMW 528I | 2013 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 1,790 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 19 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 386 | 190 |
| Investigations | 1 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 63 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 90 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27 | 25–41 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 90,000 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 528I | Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 37 | 384 |
| Steering | 4 | 389 |
| Power Train | 13 | 280 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 160 |
| Structure | 1 | 164 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 120 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 101 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 100 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 7 | 72 |
| Overheating | 0 | 165 |
| Stalling | 0 | 158 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 95 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 76 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 45 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 32 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 29 |
2013 BMW 528I
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.