2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 Chevrolet Cruze | 2013 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 586 | 1,790 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 19 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,882 | 190 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 54 | 63 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 90 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–30 | 25–41 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,652 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cruze | Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 211 | 384 |
| Steering | 74 | 389 |
| Power Train | 112 | 280 |
| Electrical System | 121 | 160 |
| Structure | 13 | 164 |
| Air Bags | 49 | 101 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 29 | 120 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 100 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 57 | 165 |
| Check engine light | 50 | 95 |
| Stalling | 32 | 158 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 72 |
| Hesitation / surging | 16 | 32 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 45 |
| Brake problems | 10 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 9 | 0 |
2013 Chevrolet Cruze
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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.