2013 Audi A8 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.
| Metric | 2013 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 49 | 1,784 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 19 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,492 | 190 |
| Investigations | 2 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 63 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 90 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 25–41 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,000 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A8 | Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 36 | 381 |
| Steering | 2 | 388 |
| Power Train | 3 | 280 |
| Structure | 2 | 164 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 160 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 120 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 101 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 100 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 158 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 72 |
| Overheating | 0 | 164 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 94 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 75 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 45 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 32 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 29 |
2013 Audi A8
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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.