2013 Ford Fusion vs 2013 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Ford Fusion | 2013 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,790 | 1,420 |
| Recall campaigns | 19 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 190 | 162 |
| Investigations | 5 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 63 | 67 |
| Fire reports | 90 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–41 | 21–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 48,425 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Fusion | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 389 | 499 |
| Electrical System | 160 | 414 |
| Engine | 384 | 179 |
| Power Train | 280 | 109 |
| Structure | 164 | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 53 | 108 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 120 | 35 |
| Air Bags | 101 | 51 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 165 | 0 |
| Stalling | 158 | 55 |
| Check engine light | 95 | 15 |
| Steering problems | 76 | 96 |
| Loss of power | 72 | 40 |
| Vibration / shaking | 45 | 25 |
| Hesitation / surging | 32 | 36 |
| Airbag warning light | 29 | 0 |
2013 Ford Fusion
2013 Honda Accord
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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.