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2013 BMW 528I vs 2013 Ford Fusion

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2013 BMW 528I2013 Ford Fusion
NHTSA complaints731,784
Recall campaigns419
Service bulletins (TSBs)386190
Investigations15
Crash reports163
Fire reports190
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)2725–41
Median reported mileage90,000 mi78,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentBMW 528IFord Fusion
Engine37381
Steering4388
Power Train13280
Electrical System14160
Structure1164
Fuel/propulsion System1120
Air Bags14101
Seat Belts4100

Symptoms owners describe

Loss of power772
Overheating0164
Stalling0158
Check engine light094
Steering problems075
Vibration / shaking045
Hesitation / surging032
Airbag warning light029

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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.