2013 Buick Lacrosse 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 Buick Lacrosse | 2013 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 128 | 1,784 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 19 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,948 | 190 |
| Investigations | 2 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 63 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 90 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 25–41 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,000 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lacrosse | Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 24 | 388 |
| Engine | 30 | 381 |
| Power Train | 11 | 280 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 160 |
| Structure | 4 | 164 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 120 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 101 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 100 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 158 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 94 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 75 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 72 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 164 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 45 |
2013 Buick Lacrosse
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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.