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2013 Ford Fusion repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 339 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2013 Ford Fusion.

2013 Ford Fusion repair cost distribution

$2500+ (1%)

$1000 - $2499 (4%)

$500 - $999 (2%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (64%)

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Chart based on 138 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Ford Fusion

Engine not specified

Ford Fusion in Texas, United States
May 2013 - Jan 2014
Jun 2013

8000 mi
Slips between 1st and 2nd gear, Left it at dealer for a few days and If the computer does not give error code or check engine light they cannot do anything about it. It is obvious that it slips and sounds different between 1st and 2nd gear. 

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2013 Ford Fusion 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Ford Fusion in Virginia, United States
Apr 2013 - Jan 2022
May 2014

19000 mi
Rattle in headliner. Re-wrapped wiring harness. 
Jul 2017

74000 mi

US $85
Emisions purge valve 
Mar 2018

85000 mi

US $156
Fuel pressure sensor went bad. 
Ford Fusion in Ohio, United States
Mar 2013 - Jun 2015
Mar 2014

7000 mi
Oil leak. Ended up being front engine cover being loose from factory. 
Nov 2014

12000 mi
TSB performed for CV click with thrust washer. Took dealer "forever" to source parts on common repair. Both wing mirrors start moving on their own up and down and back and forth. Memory positions for seats and mirrors gone. Ambient lighting defaults to default color. Driver seat creaks/squeaks badly during acceleration and deceleration. 
Dec 2014

13000 mi
Second attempt to fix seat squeak. Part arrived (new chair foam. Started squeaking again within 24 hours. Took back in again for "good faith" visit and got a chair frame ordered. 
Apr 2015

16000 mi
Clicking again this time resolved by chauffeuring the pads and re greasing slider pins. 
Ford Fusion in Ohio, United States
Oct 2012 - Nov 2014
Jul 2013

10700 mi
Fuel tank and fuel pump replacement 
Ford Fusion in Texas, United States
Sep 2013 - Mar 2015
Oct 2013

30000 mi
The passengers door panels rattles when the speakers hit a certain note. Fuel System TSB 
Mar 2015

84000 mi

US $150
Car was hard to start immediately after refueling. It ended up throwing a check engine light with a code P1450. I changed the evaporative canister Purge Solenoid located under the hood and it fixed the problem. 
Ford Fusion in New Jersey, United States
Oct 2013 - Dec 2013
Nov 2013

8300 mi
Fuel tank does not fill completely. The Ford representative re-calibrated the gauge cluster but the vehicle is still having the issue.  Various rattles in the interior as well that were not fixed. 
Ford Fusion in Colorado, United States
Dec 2014 - Mar 2017
Apr 2015

22300 mi
Half shaft TSB 
Dec 2015

27000 mi
Calipers sticking and replaced 
Apr 2016

30000 mi
New window modules 
Mar 2017

45000 mi

US $300
Noise from rear- could not diagnose 
Ford Fusion in Florida, United States
May 2013 - Jun 2015
Oct 2014

22000 mi
Right rear door actuator failed open and had to tie the door shut with a rope. Caused road noise. Showed dealer, part was backordered for 2 weeks.  
Nov 2014

22800 mi
Dealer repaired rear door actuator. 
Ford Fusion in Louisiana, United States
Jul 2013 - Jun 2015
Aug 2013

3000 mi
Window molding strips (in front of side mirrors) kept popping out. Dealership replaced entire window and black molding at a local glass shop. Headliner began showing yellow spots near the passenger side door due to manufacturing defect. Dealer tried spraying formula on spots with no results. Dealership and new-car warranty refused to pay for new replacement headliner. 
Ford Fusion in North Dakota, United States
Jun 2013 - Oct 2017
Oct 2013

10700 mi
TSB 13-06-03: Gas Tank only allows 12-13 gallons on fill (16.5 gallon capacity). Requires tank to be replaces as well as computer reset. TSB 13-05-03: Small plastic plates behind interior door handles are loose and vibrant constantly. TSB 13-05-18: Trunk torsion bars require replacement as they were no setup properly for additional weight of factory installed spoiler, hence it drops/fails to remain up on any sort of incline or windy conditions. Vehicle started leaking fuel, rock got stuck in o-ring and created a gap. The seal was replaced. Gas tank was replaced and SYNC was reset, however I filled immediately after leaving dealership and with 11 miles to empty I was only able to put in 13.084 gallons. Plastic panels were "fixed" with double-sided foam tape. Trunk torsion bars were replaced as they do not account for spoiler weight. Driver side visor clip broke, failing to hold visor in position. Dealer is reordering entire visor as the repair attempt failed. 
Dec 2013

14000 mi
Driver side visor was replaced from prior failure to fix. The light inside the center arm rest was broken and pushed into the encasement preventing it from being functional. A clip on the replacement light was broken resulting in a reorder of the part. 
Mar 2017

72000 mi
Restraints control module (may short circuit, hadn't in my car, replaced), steering column bolts that may fracture (hadn't in my car, replaced), door latches (all doors). The first two were preventive. But my front passenger door would no longer close (this is the triggering event that led me to take the car in). The door latch in certain vehicles may experience a broken pawl spring tab, which typically results in a condition where the door will not latch. Parts replaced. 
Ford Fusion in Texas, United States
Jun 2013 - Oct 2014
Jun 2014

12000 mi
I had left the vehicle at the dealer while on vacation HD radio and climate control many under the remote start menu was not accessible 
Ford Fusion in Arkansas, United States
Dec 2014 - Jun 2017
May 2015

42700 mi
Clicking noise from front left while turning. Dealer diagnosed as differential problem. Differential replaced, but problem returned within a day of picking up the car. 
Jun 2015

44000 mi
Clicking noise remained after differential replacement. Dealer found TSB for CV axle replacement. Driver side CV axle replaced. 
Ford Fusion in Nebraska, United States
Mar 2013 - Sep 2015
May 2013

5700 mi
Rattle/fast ticking coming from the rear interior door handle and door speaker area. Dealership reported they heard it and went into the door and taped something down and then took it on a road test. Returned to me with noise still there. 
Sep 2013

9000 mi
16 gallon tank would not accept more than 12 gallons when showed empty. trunk liner not staying behind trunk gasket. "popped out". drivers door switch panel not sitting flush. "popped up". when shifting from forward to reverse (or vice versa), clack or click sound from front wheels. Sounds similar to pads sliding around in caliper, but is NOT that. Found TSB 13-5-24 on blue oval forum. Needs thrust washers on half shafts. Sour musty smell coming from a/c vents when hot outside. BAD for first minute, then gets much less noticeable. They sprayed deodorizer. Worked 1 day, smell came back. Many on the forums report this same problem. ticking in two rear doors. their first try did not fix it. I need to tell them about TSB 13-5-3. "panel behind handle hitting metal". That may fix it. 
Jan 2014 Gas tank would not fill completely. Tank replaced. 
Aug 2014

20000 mi
Strong mold odor upon start up. TSB found by me to replace ac housing. 
Oct 2014

25000 mi
There is a "squish, squish, squish" rhythmic noise coming from the drivers side, noticeable coasting at 10mph with the window down. Sounds like is coming from driver front wheel. 
May 2015

34300 mi
rattle in passenger door area. cup holder spring arms broken rhythmic noise from drivers side still there 
Ford Fusion in Ohio, United States
Jun 2013 - Jul 2014
Nov 2013

7000 mi
Transmission valve malformed and popping when put into reverse. 
Ford Fusion in Ohio, United States
Sep 2017 - Aug 2019
Feb 2018

14000 mi

US $157
Dashboard lit up like Christ mas tree. ABS light, Check rear park aid, Air Bag, Hilltop Assist "Off" warning. My OBDII scanner was unable to connect so I took vehicle to the dealer. A faulty ABS sensor was found to be the cause off the issue. Since it was no longer "online" it took out all the other computers in the daisy chain. The repair cost was very reasonable, this Dealership is family owned and provided incredible customer service. 
Apr 2018

13800 mi

US $200
Rear calipers had frozen on the slides from low usage. Rear pads were worn down to 4mm, Replaced front and rear rotors and pads. Cleaned and lubed all caliper slides. 
Ford Fusion in Texas, United States
Aug 2014 - Apr 2016
Aug 2015

58000 mi

US $300
Left front wheel hub assembly broke. 
Ford Fusion in New Brunswick, Canada
Mar 2014 - Nov 2016
Sep 2014

20460 mi
Replaced defective part 
Dec 2014

21700 mi
Remote key fobs not working, Reprogrammed body control module 
Dec 2015

30380 mi
Replaced rear shocks 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
May 2014 - Feb 2022
Dec 2015

19000 mi
Interior lighting would not retain settings. Required "recalibration," maybe a software update? 
Dec 2016

31000 mi
Trunk would not stay open. Problem addressed no charge via service bulletin. 
Sep 2017

37000 mi

US $100
Outside mirrors not fully functional. Diagnosed as problem with driver-side mirror switch. Replaced under extended warranty with $100 deductable. 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
Oct 2014 - Jun 2018
May 2018

31000 mi

US $85
Replaced rear shocks due to passenger side leaking. 
Ford Fusion in British Columbia, Canada
Apr 2014 - Mar 2015
Mar 2015

16740 mi
One Touch up windows needed reprogramming Black plastic exterior trim on drivers door behind mirror came loose.Repair was attempted, but failed again. Keyfob broken. Cover over battery compartment would not stay closed. Dealer ordered new one. 
Ford Fusion in Kentucky, United States
Jan 2013 - Mar 2014
Mar 2014

13000 mi
Computer malfunction prevented car from starting. This has happened twice, requiring a computer reboot. The first time I had it towed to a dealership. The most recent time, a roadside tech unhooked and reattached the battery, fixing it. 
Ford Fusion in Maryland, United States
Sep 2014 - Nov 2016
May 2015

51300 mi

US $200
TPM monitor broke loose in left front tire 
Nov 2016

75000 mi
need to replace the canister purge valve 
Ford Fusion in Michigan, United States
Feb 2013 - Mar 2020
Sep 2013

7000 mi
Clicking noise when putting into drive. Replaced thrust washers in transmission. There was a TSB for this repair 
Dec 2013

10000 mi

US $60
Interior ambient LED not working. Dealer said repair made to wiring connector under warranty. 
Jan 2016

38000 mi
door trim rattleing would get stuck in 2nd gear. 2-3 shift hard. 
Dec 2017

51000 mi

US $140
Battery replacement 
Ford Fusion in North Carolina, United States
Oct 2016 - Jun 2018
Apr 2018

71000 mi

US $250
Tire Pressure Sensor Fix 
Ford Fusion in Arizona, United States
Dec 2012 - Dec 2015
Aug 2014

32000 mi
Door latch failed.Part back ordered, hence the long stay 
Nov 2014

36000 mi
Temperature control system failed.temperature setting could not be changed. 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
Dec 2013 - Jun 2018
Mar 2014

3000 mi
Lose bolt on the tailpipe, dealer tighten the bolt. 
Mar 2017

38000 mi

US $100
Evaporator unit was flaking and large amounts of dust was entering the cabin. Cost would have been about 2000.00 but this was covered under a Ford Extended Warranty 
Jan 2018

43000 mi
Transmission was shifting hard between 1st and 2nd gear when the outside temp was below 50 degrees. After analyzing the problem the tech determined that transmission needed to be rebuilt. During the tear down a manufacturing issue was discovered in the case. The repair was covered under the power train and extended warranty I have the the vehicle. 

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2013 Ford Fusion 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Ford Fusion in Michigan, United States
Sep 2014 - Nov 2019
Feb 2016

40000 mi
Transmission shifts harshly, most noticeable in the 2->3 shift. The transmission learning memory was reset. The harsh shifting was lessened, but not removed, for a while but seems to be returning. 
Dec 2016

45000 mi

US $50
Mirror position switches stopped working correctly; replaced switch module in driver's door. 
Feb 2018

56000 mi
The engine can stall after being driven for a while, turned off for roughly a half hour, and then driven again. The dealer could not reproduce the problem so no fix was performed. The dealer tech suggested using premium gas, which has helped so far. 
Ford Fusion in Connecticut, United States
Apr 2014 - May 2018
Jul 2014

7500 mi
All of the warning lights went on in the car (ABS, airbags, traction control, hill assist, 911 assist, etc.) while I was driving. Took it in the next morning, and they said it was unsafe. Turned out to be a busted Restraint Control Module. 
Ford Fusion in Montana, United States
Jul 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 Earlier - car just failed to start. totally dead, Engine quit while traveling on freeway, total system failure in all sensors, emergency brakes engaged. Not resolved until October. 
Ford Fusion in Saskatchewan, Canada
Jun 2013 - Jun 2022
Aug 2013

4340 mi
Have taken to dealer 2x as MyFordTouch has bugs, the first time it reset itself and nothing could be found, 2nd time they reprogrammed the system. Had same problem the same day I picked up from shop. They will now contact Ford troubleshootin 
Sep 2013

5580 mi
My Ford Touch still acting up, shuts off A/C when nav data entered, sat radio won't change station. Recall for Fuel module. Parts initially not available. Finally done after fuel started leaking, and codes thrown. Still a fuel leak when filling car, but not as bad as before. Plugged vapor tube no parts available, have ordered them. 
Nov 2013

6780 mi

C $140
Fuel module and gasket replaced under warranty and was subject to recall, but was also leaking fuel when filled, so vapor tube was also repaired. This seems to fix the leak but I have not driven the car since Dec 1 as I am in Hawaii. 
Feb 2014

8680 mi
I was driving from Canada to Palm Springs when the check engine light came on and 'check fuel inlet' error message came on. It also dumped fuel again under the car when filled. It was the same problem repaired in Nov, repaired again in PS. UPDATE - apologies to Ford. I have figured out why the climate control shuts off and the radio changes entering NAV or phone numbers on the touch screen. The screen is slanted and I was brushing my hand on the controls causing the symptoms. 
Sep 2014

17360 mi
Third time to dealer for fuel leak when filling car. Fuel delivery module recall was done 1st time, did not solve problem, parts ordered and installed. Worked for a while then leaked again. Parts ordered and replaced, now parts ordered. Took car in for what I thought was hub bearing noise, turned out to be rear Goodyear Eagle LS2 tires cupped and worn to 5/32 at 15,000 miles/25000 km. Dealer says talk to Goodyear, Goodyear says it is something wrong with car. Very unhappy! 
Nov 2014

19260 mi
Car has leaked when filling gas tank since new. Third attempt to repair now seems successful. They removed fuel tank and said some line was not connected which caused the leak. Since repair I have had no problem with fuel leaks. 
Apr 2015

24480 mi

C $100
Windshield cracked with no sign of stone chip or bruise. Dealer would not do anything as they said they had a one year warranty on glass, as they had replaced windshield when I bought the car as it had stone bruise caused by dealership. 
Nov 2015

29100 mi
The push button starter fails to engage the starter intermittently. It usually works after a try or two, but I wanted to get this issue on record before the warranty expires (Jan 2016) so it was taken to dealer and they could not replicate. 
Dec 2017

54994 mi

C $1500
Fog light broken by rock, shop replaced light 
Jan 2022

73780 mi

C $260
Power door locks stopped working. I pulled the fuse (hard to get at) but it was fine. Took to dealer and they had to reprogram radio module, charged 1 hour plus shop supplies and tax no parts required. 
Ford Fusion in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2013 - Jun 2022
Dec 2013

8000 mi
DIAGNOSIS ON SIDE MIRRORS RESETTING ON THEIR OWN, TRUNK OPENING ON ITS OWN, 
Jun 2015

26000 mi
repaired oil leak on axle boot 
Nov 2016

53900 mi
REPLACED BAD SHOCKS 
Jan 2022

160000 mi

US $200
replaced damaged/blown brake line front passenger side. synthetic oil change 
Ford Fusion in Washington, United States
Dec 2014 - Jun 2022
Aug 2015

30000 mi
Fuel door hinge loose Odor from ventilation system. Replaced evaporator cover per tsb 
Sep 2015

31000 mi
Evaporator cover replaced 
May 2019

95000 mi

US $200
Vapor canister vent solenoid connector 
May 2022

101000 mi

US $100
Misfire. Had a broken spark plug. Replaced spark plugs and ignition coil packs. 
Ford Fusion in Maryland, United States
Feb 2016 - Mar 2016
Feb 2016

51000 mi

US $350
The driver's side LED tail light failed. The outer red light would not light. The brake and directional (located in the center of the tail light workded fine). Had to replace the entire assembly because it is an LED tail light. The Driver's side BLIS is not working. I need to take it to the dealership to get the ECU reflashed. 
Ford Fusion in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2012 - Apr 2014
Feb 2013 Navigation has problems not showing correct location. 
Jun 2013

4000 mi
Paint peeling on front bumper. 
Sep 2013

7000 mi
Passenger side hood latch not closing. Under hood seal peeling off. 
Nov 2013

7900 mi
Navigation position errors. Driver's door speaker inop. Navigation position error. Ford Corporate requested different dealer look at it. 
Feb 2014

9000 mi
Remote start could cause the car to die and not restart. Reflashed computer with update. 
Apr 2014

10000 mi
Navigation position errors never fixed. Turned out it was because I had winter tires on the car that were a slightly different diameter, and the MFT nav system uses wheel speed sensors to infer current position from last known GPS position. 
Ford Fusion in Connecticut, United States
Feb 2013 - Dec 2020
Mar 2018

36000 mi

US $600
The sunroof started opening and closing uncontrollably while driving. Heard arcing sound, smelled burning smell, pulled fuse. Dealer says motor was burnt out. Dealer replaced motor, but couldn't get new motor to initialize. Eventually just gave up with non-working sunroof since car had been at dealership for >2 weeks. 
Ford Fusion in Connecticut, United States
Apr 2013 - Jul 2022
Aug 2013

3000 mi
Nav system unable to display sirius traffic correctly Nav system did not display traffic with Sirius package. 
Nov 2013

4600 mi
Small trim piece on window near A pillar loose - both sides - replaced by dealer under warranty 
May 2020

39400 mi

US $496
Animals chewed under-hood wires 
Sep 2020

40400 mi

US $106
Leaking Seal in PTU Seal Replacement in PTU - covered by maintenance agreeement - $100 deductible + tax 
May 2021

42600 mi

US $178
wheels - lug nuts rusted and swollen. Replaced, balanced tires/wheels 
Dec 2021

44790 mi

US $147
Cleaned sunroof drains to eliminate leak 
Apr 2022

45700 mi

US $1100
Repair damage from animal chewing wires and insulation 
Jun 2022

46100 mi

US $800
Dealer repaired wires and insulation damaged by animals 

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2013 Ford Fusion 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 178hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Ford Fusion in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2013 - Jan 2014
Dec 2013

19220 mi
Finish on passenger front door panel (closest to sideview mirror) came off after washing inside of window. All windows washed but only this area affected. Extensive delays from Dealership but finally replaced panel in December under warranty. Finish on passenger front door panel (closest to sideview mirror) came off after washing inside of window. All windows washed but only this area affected. Extensive delays from Dealership but finally replaced panel in December under warranty 
Jan 2014

19220 mi
Express up and Express down for both front windows would not work all the time. Taken to dealership 3 times (so far). They "re-initialized" switches but still having problem. They are not replacing switches...yet! Not happy with dealership. Delay in starting. Periodically I will turn the key to start the car & there will be a short delay (2-3 seconds) before the car turns over. Taken to dealership twice now but they are unable to replicate. Will try to record it with cell phone 
Ford Fusion in Illinois, United States
Apr 2013 - Jun 2015
Jun 2013

7000 mi
Plastic pillar moldings were coming off, dealer order a new replacement to be installed by the body shop team. 
Ford Fusion in Alberta, Canada
Mar 2014 - Jun 2018
Jun 2014

4960 mi
Hood ajar sensor would come on every time after opening and closing hood. Sensor was fine, hood was alighned and adjusted problem solved 
Oct 2014

8780 mi
Airbag light would come on intermittenly over August and part of September. Sensor checked, no codes found in history. Hasn't happened again Once again the hood ajar light would stay on this is the second time since June. Hood ajar sensor would come on every time the car was started Sensor was replaced, hood was aligned and adjusted problem solved. 
Dec 2015

21080 mi
Transmission software updated Coolant sensor replaced 
Jul 2016

24480 mi
Rear quarter window chrome trim fell off in car wash.rnNew pieces reinstalled by auto glass company via dealership. Done under warranty 
Mar 2017

27627 mi
Trunk has never stayed up when open from new. Car was almost at end of warranty. Found out about a service bulletin for trunk torsion bars to be replaced. Had to oreder torsion bars and replaced and painted trunk hinges. Problem fixed after living with problem for 2 years and 50 weeks. Paint peeling on top of driver side side view mirror. Passenger side carpeting had small 2 inch rip in top right hand corner. 
Apr 2017

28520 mi

C $20
Car just out of warranty 13 days. Only 46K. Fuel was shutting off twice in a row. Was able to get car to drive home. Check engine light came on. Drove to my mechanic had diagnosed. Low fuel pressure rail reading, potential problem with fuel pump or just an anomaly, such as bad gas. Just reset for now, see if it comes back. Real concern on durability, when Ford won't fix paint and carpet issues when car under warranty. Secondly a major reliability issue days after warranty runs out! 
Jun 2017

29636 mi

C $362
Faulty Fuel sensor. Car went out of warranty in April 11 2017 with 46,000 km. Problems started 2 weeks after warranty. Finally had to pay for repair myself (because sensor that was causing fuel delivery problem is not under powertrain warranty as well) in June since Ford wouldn't assist. Ford refused to assist with payment even though under 60,000 km but over 3 year mark. 
Jul 2017

31000 mi
Outside Temperature Reading way out, showing 30 to 40% higher than actual outside temperature. Dealer won't fix. 
Dec 2017

33294 mi

C $100
DLR not working properly. Need new relay. Will be repaired once relay is available 
Ford Fusion in Wisconsin, United States
Feb 2013 - Jun 2016
Mar 2015

25000 mi
Horn malfunctioning. Appears to be vibrating against another component, causing a garbled/harsh noise. 
Jun 2015

30000 mi
Minor squeak coming from front end when driven over bumps. Dealer claimed to be unable to locate the source since it was intermittent. 
Ford Fusion in Manitoba, Canada
Feb 2013 - May 2018
Nov 2013

6480 mi
Replaced faulty battery. 
Dec 2013

8060 mi
Engine would not warm up after running for a lengthy period of time, heater would not blow warm air. Dealer inspected and said this was normal, nothing was done. They are wrong. 
May 2015

14880 mi
Car was running rough, white exhaust from tailpipe. Dealer replaced spark plugs. 
Sep 2015

18600 mi
Dealer had to replace catalytic converter as engine light kept coming on, replaced under warranty. 
Ford Fusion in Rhode Island, United States
Oct 2012 - Dec 2014
Apr 2014

12700 mi
Power window inoperative 
Ford Fusion in Kansas, United States
Dec 2012 - Mar 2022
Oct 2014

13000 mi
Bypass coolant valve. 
May 2018

45000 mi

US $175
Replaced rear brake pads and rotors. 
Sep 2021

79000 mi

US $2000
Water pump failure. Also received new Water Pump, spark plugs, coolant, timing belt. 
Ford Fusion in New York, United States
Jan 2013 - Nov 2015
Mar 2014

13000 mi
Driver side window stopped working. Scheduled an appt and it started working again a few days before service visit. I still brought it in and they found no issues. They just lubes the windows. 
Ford Fusion in Maryland, United States
Dec 2014 - Apr 2015
Jan 2015

29300 mi
Stalls; shortly after warm start like it runs out of gas. Fix:Service ticket says; detected fault code P008B low fuel line pressure, traced fault to the fuel pressure sensor. Replaced return fuel line, sensor only available with fuel line.... 
Ford Fusion in Ohio, United States
Nov 2013 - Mar 2015
May 2014

12900 mi
Musty/moldy smell from A/C vents. Dealer performed TSB to correct. 
Ford Fusion in West Virginia, United States
Nov 2014 - Nov 2017
Jan 2014

5955 mi
Wiper motor failed 
Jun 2016

53000 mi

US $100
Passenger rear shock absorber failed. Replaced at own cost, not covered under powertrain warranty. 
Jul 2016

53000 mi

US $234
Coolant bypass solenoid replaced as result of overheating. Steering box bolts replaced under recall Airbag sensor replaced under recall Rattle from trunk area, repair attempted, unsuccessful. 
Oct 2016

57000 mi

US $100
Drivers side rear shock failed, replaced at own cost. 
Ford Fusion in Iowa, United States
Dec 2015 - Mar 2017
Dec 2015

26000 mi
The car went into sort of limp mode and I was not able to accelerate over 2000 rpm. A wrench symbol popped up on my dash which indicates transmission issues but goes away when I turn off the car. 
Feb 2016

27000 mi
The bottom of the piston was cracked and thus needed to have the entire short block replaced on the engine. 
Jun 2016

32000 mi
The Piston cracked a second time and they swapped out the long block along with the fuel lines. 
Ford Fusion in New York, United States
May 2013 - Mar 2015
Jun 2014

13000 mi
Wet carpet on pass side floor due to condensate leak from cracked condenser box under the dash. Service dept applied some more silicone. 
Ford Fusion in Pennsylvania, United States
Apr 2016 - Jun 2018
Jan 2017 Replace control and solenoid assemblies 
Ford Fusion in Saskatchewan, Canada
Jul 2013 - Jan 2017
Oct 2013

4840 mi
Keyless entry keypad defective 
Mar 2015

19840 mi
Over heat when cold temperature. -32'c 
Aug 2015

27900 mi
Rattle inside headliner 
Ford Fusion in Alabama, United States
Jun 2013 - Jan 2016
Aug 2014

6900 mi
Engine coolant level went down to min mark. they tested for leaks but didnt find anyhing. They topped it and and it is on min mark again. I honestly dont know what is wrong with it. 
Jan 2016

4000 mi
Airbag lcd displayed that airbags were off. It happened while I was driving. The message disappeared the same day.I brought it to dealer and they did some software update but still couldn't tell me what was the problem. 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
Apr 2015 - Aug 2015
Aug 2015

35000 mi
Pre-mature battery death. I suspect parasitic drain could be a component. Car was driven regularly for 2yrs then I didn't drive it a week and the battery was flat. Jumped it, drove an hr, flat again the next day 
Ford Fusion in Texas, United States
Jul 2014 - Jun 2018
Aug 2015

27000 mi
Needed a new battery 
Jan 2018

60000 mi
Leaking engine coolant. Replaced the water pump. 
Ford Fusion in Georgia, United States
Jun 2017 - Jan 2022
Mar 2017

64000 mi

US $15
Check engine light comes on at random and has several possible codes as checked by auto parts store. Fuel injector cleaner/octane booster was suggested. That worked, but only temporarily. Check engine light continues to come on, and then eventually goes off. No notable loss of power or performance. 
Aug 2021

125000 mi

US $4000
The whole transmission had to be replaced at a cost of $4000. This apparently is a very common problem with these cars but Ford refuses to issue any kind of recall or warning to have the system checked, flushed, and refilled. 
Ford Fusion in Iowa, United States
Jul 2013 - May 2018
Aug 2013

5000 mi

US $20
Missing a parking light bulb...in the passenger side head light assembly. Need to remove entire front bumper skin to replace so it probably took more then 10min. Assembly process missed installing it. 
Apr 2015

42500 mi

US $680
leaking seal on the drive shaft exiting the transmission 
Feb 2016

62000 mi

US $50
a purge valve on the purg assembly dg9z-9d289-g 
Sep 2016

74000 mi
Changed oil and filter, also replaced the air filter. Got the hood latch light fixed, was a issue after some body work from nearly 2 years ago...just a bad wire. 
Ford Fusion in Arizona, United States
Apr 2015 - Jun 2017
Jun 2015

33000 mi
Ford put out a recall for the door latches. 
Ford Fusion in Michigan, United States
Feb 2013 - Oct 2014
Dec 2013

16000 mi
Climate controls went haywire temporarily. 

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2013 Ford Fusion 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 178hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Ford Fusion in Arizona, United States
Nov 2012 - May 2015
May 2014

26000 mi
Car was cranking slow, and a low voltage warning came up on the touch screen. I dropped it off after working hours, and the car was finished the next afternoon. A new battery was installed. 
Ford Fusion in Ohio, United States
Mar 2014 - Jun 2022
Jan 2016

38000 mi

US $200
Turn signal cancels were too sensitive. Dealer said the problem was not hardware, but required a small reprogramming of the software to fix. 
Sep 2016

76000 mi

US $200
Battery failure. Not low and needed replacement, but full and immediate failure. 
Nov 2016

80000 mi

US $100
Water Pump Failure 
Apr 2017

91349 mi

US $250
Sway bar loose. 
Mar 2018

110000 mi

US $38
Valve cover gasket cracked. Dealer wanted $900. Local garage fixed it for $38. 
Sep 2021

159719 mi

US $350
Car was sputtering upon acceleration. Tune up was performed and spark plugs and wires were replaced. 
Apr 2022

165000 mi

US $1300
Thermostat replaced Valve cover gaskets replaced - oil leak Timing Belt replaced 
Ford Fusion in Michigan, United States
Oct 2014 - Jun 2018
Nov 2014

6500 mi
sunglass holder clip broke, trunk lid not alligned, door chrome moulding loose, all 4 tire sidewall crack (dry rot), passenger side door lock not functional Driver heated seat not functional. Update: replaced control module but still not working after 3 attempts. Problem with heated seats resolved. Entire IP replaced (my ford touch system). 
Jun 2015

18000 mi
AC makes gurgling sound. Passenger side carpet wet. Found leak on compressor line and condenser connection. Drain holes plugged. Replaced seals and recharged system. Rear 3rd brake light 3 LEDs stopped working. Replaced entire 3rd brake light assembly. Radio on/off button stopped working. My ford touch IP replaced to correct issue. 
Feb 2016

26000 mi

US $86
Knocking noise from steering during parking lot maneuver. Steering bolt broke and replaced but parking assist still inoperative. Navigation unit frozen. Reprogram navigation and my ford touch system. Airbag control and door latch recall. 
Mar 2016

29000 mi
replaced electronic power steering system to resolve parking assist. Did nit resolve the issue due to software incompatibility with manual transmission. 
Jun 2016

34000 mi
Both front door seams paint bubbled. Rust formed. Warranty claim denied. Fixed by owner. 
Aug 2016

37500 mi

US $100
Engine coolant bypass selenoid failed. Threw check engine light. Covered under manufacturer extended warranty and only cost me deductible ($100). 
Jul 2017

58000 mi
Airbag light turned on occasionally. Bad driver side seat belt buckle. 
Aug 2017

58000 mi
Manual transmission output seal leak. Part backordered hence 4 days stay at dealership. 
May 2018

71000 mi

US $20
Washer fluid pump stopped working. Replaced pump. 

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2013 Ford Fusion 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Ford Fusion in Florida, United States
Nov 2022 - Nov 2022
Jul 2022

95000 mi

US $90
AC recharged and seals replaced 
Ford Fusion in Ohio, United States
Feb 2016 - May 2016
Mar 2016

86000 mi

US $187
Wiring harness for window switch was pinched during previous recall work. Rear windows did not work from master switch. 
Ford Fusion in Iowa, United States
May 2016 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

72000 mi

US $250
Rear pads and rotors Rear shocks, one was leaking. 
Ford Fusion in Virginia, United States
Nov 2012 - Jun 2016
Jul 2013

8800 mi
The Sync system bluetooth connection to smartphone stopped working along with both remote keyless entry fobs 
Sep 2014

20000 mi
airbag fault light. airbag control module was on backorder. 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
Aug 2013 - Aug 2014
Sep 2013

24000 mi
Car is using oil...Had to add oil since last oil change...Dealer checked for leaks, found none...Noted the dates and mileage I added oil.... 
Oct 2013

25700 mi
Fuel tank recall. And had them check for the electric cooling fan roar, and to fix the window trim that kept popping off on the front passenger's door... Went to another dealer as the dealer I bought it from(Galpin Ford) couldn't fit me in. 
Jan 2014

32700 mi
Tire pressure sensor failed, reset Both key fobs stop unlocking and locking doors...Took car on Christmas Eve, could not get resolved as Ford was closed. Fixed in January by pulling then reinserting a fuse to reset system. 
Feb 2014

34000 mi
The dealer did a TSB in regards to the key fob problem I had on Christmas Eve...Also requested a oil consumption test be conducted with this current oil in the car.... 
Apr 2014

37300 mi
When car is cold, car shifts hard from 4 to 5 
Jun 2014

44000 mi
Reported problem in April 2014 continued....When cold, car would jerk when shifting 4 to 5th...Vista Ford of Oxnard took tranny out and replaced a solenoid assembly...Was a Technical Service Bulletin...... 
Aug 2014

44000 mi
Problem still present even after Fourth of July repair..Vista Ford of Oxnard rebuilt tranny, meaning replaced valve body and clutches and flushed cooler lines due to debris..... 
Ford Fusion in New York, United States
Dec 2012 - Oct 2014
Mar 2013

3000 mi
I informed them at that time that the clock loses 15 min. a month. Clock is on the audio screen. No fix attemped. They just reset it and told me to keep track of it. 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
Mar 2013 - Apr 2014
Sep 2013

9000 mi
Pillar was welded 

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2013 Ford Fusion 4dr Sedan

141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid CVT FWD

Ford Fusion in Texas, United States
May 2015 - Jan 2018
Jul 2015

39200 mi
Auto up windows did not work for front doors. Re-programmed DDM and PDM modules with latest calibration from Ford and solved problem Go-times not functioning. Re-flashed the FCIM with latest calibration from Ford. Fixed issue 
Ford Fusion in Washington, United States
Jul 2013 - Apr 2016
Nov 2015

29000 mi
12v battery went completely dead. 
Ford Fusion in Alabama, United States
Aug 2015 - Feb 2017
Sep 2015

15000 mi
Car self-diagnostic indicated brake system issue, very likely related to an unknown issue before I took ownership that had already been resolved. 
Dec 2015

16000 mi
A telematics module regulating battery charge required replacement with a new module with newer firmware to eliminate an issue where the car was discharging its 12 volt battery (Fusion energy only issue) Fuel filler door not aligned correctly. Dealer replaced. Electrical "filler" door would not open/close consistently (Fusion Energi) Dealer lubricated. Center console not fitting properly - caused by service to the car by another dealer - this dealer did not replace the trim properly. The interior gloss black piece containing the window controls and door handle was not seated properly in the door armrest of each of the car's 4 doors. This is apparently a common Fusion problem. The dealer attempted to fix, but could not. 
Apr 2016

17000 mi
Check engine lights began to appear, car felt as if running on 3 cylinders, nearly stalling. Dealer consulted Ford and applied various TSBs and fixes. Car declared fixed and returned, though the car failed outright a few weeks later. Gasoline engine failed completely. Dealer worked with Ford and eventually discovered that the cylinder head has been improperly manufactured. The engine was disassembled and reassembled a number of times and the head and internals replaced. Hill-holder not functioning. I suspected that it was accidentally disconnected internally as a result of a prior repair. I was right. Dealer connected the wires and reassembled the center console and this fixed the problem. Telematics system (remote start, GPS location, remote unlock, etc.) no longer working in many locations. Ford elected to use a 2G cellular network that is being retired by AT&T in most of the US. All 2013-2016 Fords will now fail in 2017. 
Feb 2017

20000 mi
12v battery still discharging. Traced problem to charging the cars traction battery using 110 power exclusively. Using 220v or simply driving with the ICE engaged would prob. resolve this issue. 
Ford Fusion in Washington, United States
May 2013 - Sep 2017
Aug 2013

2700 mi
Module Control Charging system replaced. 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015

7300 mi
Plug-in charge ring lighting failed 
Ford Fusion in Alabama, United States
Apr 2015 - Apr 2018
Jun 2015

22500 mi
A frayed wire in the steering column prevented ability to steer. Dealer replaced wire and corrected the possibility of fraying again all under warranty. 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
Aug 2017 - Feb 2019
May 2017

50000 mi

US $152
Replace 12V battery 
Jan 2018

60000 mi

US $170
Reprogram AC module and touchscreen display to make AC & heat functional again 
Feb 2019

75485 mi

US $400
Had to replace engine mount, CV axle  and repair transmission leak Troubleshoot and fix wiring. Reset engine light 
Ford Fusion in Minnesota, United States
Aug 2014 - Sep 2016
Sep 2014

2000 mi
A/C would not turn off when pressing A/C button. FCIM was updated to latest calibration to address issue 
May 2015

12000 mi
Memory seats did not work with Intelligent Access key fobs. TSB 14-0039 was applied to fix the issue with a reprogramming of the Body Control Module (BCM). Fuel gauge would drop too much after filling car. TSB 14-0219 updated the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) software to fix this issue. Ambient lighting would sometimes change color by itself back to the default color. TSB 14-0175 was performed to update the APIM (Sync Module) to fix this. Trunk was installed with incorrect torsion bars from factory, trunk lid would not stay up. TSB 13-05-18 was performed and correct torsion bars were installed. Turn signals would cancel too quickly during certain types of turns. SSM 44909 called for an update to the SCCM (Steering Column Control Module) to fix this. Steering wheel radio buttons would periodically be inoperative after calling Sync Services. SSM 45012 called for an update to the SCCM to fix it. Since the SCCM was already updated as part of the turn signal issue nothing else was needed. 
Aug 2015

13900 mi
Dead 12V battery, replaced under warranty Rear seat 120V power outlet was loose, plugs would not stay in place & would not make an electrical circuit 
Ford Fusion in Washington, United States
Jul 2013 - Aug 2016
Oct 2015

21300 mi
12 volt battery would not hold a charge. 

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2013 Ford Fusion 4dr Sedan

141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

Ford Fusion in Minnesota, United States
Nov 2012 - Nov 2013
Jan 2013

3000 mi
Passenger side sun visor clip was rattling. I remedied the issue by swapping the driver's side clip with the passenger side clip. 
Feb 2013

5000 mi
Grade assist would periodically stick on. Dealer scanned for codes, took for test drive. Computer did not store any codes. They did not reset anything. Check engine light due to ice build up in fuel filler inlet Check engine light, was found to be a bad Purge Solenoid, was replaced under warranty 
Mar 2013

8000 mi
Left rear door didn't close smoothly, could be heard rubbing on frame. Door was adjusted to eliminate rubbing Incorrect shift knob installed by factory. Our car has the Luxury Package but the car was built with the base model shift knob. Dealer installed correct leather wrapped shift knob Headliner rattled near front of moonroof and passenger sun visor. Dealer discovered that a clip came from factory broken. Clip replaced, rattle is gone 
Apr 2013

9300 mi
Exterior trim panel not installed correctly from factory. There was a 2-3 mm gap between trim pieces on drivers side rear door that is not present on other doors. Trim panel replaced under warranty Left tail lens cracked in cold weather. Ford would not cover under warranty, so the dealer replaced at no cost to us When dealer installed shift knob they did not hook it up correctly so it needed to be re-done. The Grade Assist button on shifter didn't work after swap Steering clunk when backing up, turning right and gently applying the brakes. Dealer could hear sound but doesn't know what's causing the clunk. They claim it's nothing to worry about 
Nov 2013

18000 mi
Exterior vertical trim pieces on both front doors were not installed correctly from factory and were loose, replaced under warranty Headliner rattle, another clip was broken and was replaced Steering clunk, axle replaced. Didn't fix. Clunking sound present, TSB called for adding some shims to wheel hub. Noise fixed. PCM needed to be replaced because it died. 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
May 2013 - Jun 2018
Mar 2016

27000 mi
A/C would come on after I turned off system; touch screen too sensitive i.e. seat warmer would suddenly be on when I didn't touch control, etc. Dealer ordering module part. 
Ford Fusion in British Columbia, Canada
May 2013 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013

1860 mi
Window trim not fastened properly. Sticks out and catches clothes etc. 
Ford Fusion in Oregon, United States
Dec 2012 - Mar 2018
May 2013

4700 mi
Hood not latching properly on one side. Adjustment made and now works fine. 
Ford Fusion in Georgia, United States
Jan 2013 - Jul 2013
Jun 2013

4000 mi
The cars MPG has dropped off significantly, 39MPG to 31MPG, since the 3.5.1 MFT software load and other patches were installed. 
Jul 2013

4000 mi
The dealership was unable to find or repair the issue that caused the severe mileage drop off. I was told the vehicle was operating normally and no problem existed. The car was traded in to avoid further issues. 
Ford Fusion in Massachusetts, United States
Jan 2013 - Jul 2022
Apr 2013

1500 mi
The chrome trim on the exterior rear quarter glass got detached and the rear glass (along with the weather strip/chrome trim) had to be replaced under warranty The plastic trim/cover that covers the interior C-Pillar was not fixed properly due to broken retaining clip. The retaining clip has to be replaced to fix the trim cover in place. 
Aug 2013

4000 mi
Clicking noise from front half-shafts - fixed as part of TSB for both left and right side Hybrid Powertrain reprogrammed as part of customer satisfaction program to improve hybrid mileage. 
Nov 2013

5300 mi
The Check Engine light came on and as per the vehicle health report, it was something to do with the fuel system pressure. Dealer replaced a valve for the same. 
Sep 2015

26000 mi
Power steering failure 
Ford Fusion in British Columbia, Canada
Jul 2017 - Sep 2017
Sep 2017

29140 mi
the car will not engage in gear. dealer could not replicate. traded it three days later. 
Ford Fusion in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2015 - Apr 2017
Nov 2015

15900 mi
Transmission seal leak (eCVT) . Known issue for some hybrids, repaired under warranty. 
Mar 2016

18000 mi

US $90
Required re-alignment after transmission fix. Was never done correctly by original dealer, so took to another dealer to fix correctly. 
Ford Fusion in Pennsylvania, United States
Apr 2013 - Aug 2019
Dec 2014

88000 mi
Recall 14E02 - Powertrain Control Module(PCM) needed reprogrammed. rnRecall 14S21 - Airbag Warning Indicator required replacement of the Restraints Control Module. 
Ford Fusion in Florida, United States
Nov 2012 - Oct 2014
May 2013

4000 mi
Window Switches Gloss black came out of holder when shutting door. 
Jun 2013

5000 mi
They ordered a replacement plastic part that goes around all the windows switches. It's one piece and it was replaced June 15 approximately. 
Aug 2013

8000 mi
Powertrain control module calibration. allows hybrid engine to go to EV mode all the way up to 85 from 62 mph. 
Ford Fusion in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2013 - Sep 2014
Dec 2013

1000 mi
Paint bubbles present at delivery. Trunk lid repainted 
Aug 2014

8000 mi

US $20
Interior driver door vertical piano black trim was loose, trim was replaced under warranty A/C would not turn off when pressing A/C off button, compressor stayed on, FCIM was reprogrammed with latest calibration from Ford Front & rear parking sensors would sometimes sound muted, especially in cold weather, module was reprogrammed with latest calibration from Ford Blind Spot System would have periodic failures, module updated with latest calibration from Ford Navigation would show car off of road, driving in a field, etc. GPSM was reprogrammed with latest Ford calibration per TSB Frequent "Battery Saver" messages about low 12V battery SOC, dealer claimed that they could not replicate the problem 120V outlet in rear seat was loose, plugs would fall out. Outlet was replaced Navigation POIs do not work using steering wheel buttons on right dash screen. Ford is aware of the problem but does not have a fix at this time. Dash will periodically reboot while driving. Screens go black and speedometer goes to 0 then reboots. Dealer "could not replicate" the problem. Trunk squeaked when opening & closing. Trunk hinges were lubricated. Transmission is leaking. Dealer claims that it is just "seeping" and not dripping and thus there is "no problem". They consider the huge wet spot on the panel to be "normal". They ignored the Ford TSB about this issue. Engine Block Heater use caused an error code to be thrown. Reprogrammed per TSB. 
Sep 2014

8000 mi
Transmission seal seeping. 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
Feb 2014 - Apr 2017
Apr 2014

6500 mi
front doors window one touch worked intermittently 
Ford Fusion in Colorado, United States
Apr 2014 - May 2015
Oct 2014

36000 mi
Plastic sun visor clip broke. Parking brake light comes on randomly while driving. 
Feb 2015

39000 mi
Parking brake light comes on randomly while driving. Shop could not duplicate 
Ford Fusion in California, United States
Oct 2012 - Jan 2022
Dec 2012

3000 mi
All auxiliary electronics failed at once due to a bad ground: ABS, traction control, camera, radio, nag 
Feb 2015

38000 mi
Failed sensor causing check engine light 
Jul 2015

44000 mi

US $180
Air conditioning stopped working due to loose wiring 
Sep 2017

73000 mi

US $75
Rear passenger 110V outlet stopped working, was replaced 
Sep 2021

90000 mi

US $125
Battery will not charge - replaced 
Ford Fusion in Florida, United States
Jun 2013 - Jun 2022
Aug 2013

1700 mi
SYNC stopped working. Dealer replaced a sterring column module 
May 2014

10000 mi
Sync system does not display POI info on right dash screen 
Jun 2014

10000 mi
RT dash display will not show POIs This is s Sync issue 
Jul 2014

12000 mi
Inverter coolant system leak at cap. 
May 2015

21000 mi
paint bubbling up on passenger side hood, leading edge due to corrosion under the paint 
Dec 2015

27000 mi
Paint bubbling on hood at site of previous dealer repair 
Apr 2016

30000 mi
trunk squeaks when opening or closing 
Apr 2018

50000 mi

US $87
Right front passenger speak rattling. Replaced speaker. 
May 2018

51000 mi

US $30
Driveside headlight out. Changed both driver and passenger side. 
Jun 2022

100000 mi

US $1400
Rear rotors worn beyond spec, rear pas worn out, left side tires worn to belts on inside Small battery located in truck was 8 years old and needed replacment 
Ford Fusion in New Hampshire, United States
Apr 2013 - Dec 2015
Aug 2013

7000 mi
Update to the engine control module (upgrade?) from Ford at no charge. 
Apr 2015

36000 mi
Brake ABS system...subframe chaffed harness 
Ford Fusion in Florida, United States
Oct 2013 - Apr 2018
Jun 2014

11000 mi

US $219
Wheel well liner over front right tire dislodged. Had it replaced. 
Jun 2016

34000 mi
Leak at split case seal. 
Jun 2017

48000 mi
Separated wheel bearing and bad axle bearing (front right). Axle assembly and wheel bearing replaced. 
Ford Fusion in Washington, United States
Jul 2013 - Jun 2022
Mar 2014

12000 mi
12 V battery was not being charged properly due to short duration of driven trips 
Ford Fusion in Texas, United States
Jun 2013 - Mar 2014
Jul 2013

1000 mi
Paint defects that were present at delivery 
Jan 2014 Stuck Port Valve 
Ford Fusion in Virginia, United States
May 2013 - Jul 2017
Mar 2014

16000 mi
Vehicle repeatedly enters "battery saver mode" during the cold winter months. Unfortunatley, the day that the technician looked at the car was warm outside, he could not replicate the issue. The service advisor told me to come back in winter 
Feb 2015

29400 mi
Main battery still failing to properly charge, vehicle enter battery saving mode during cold weather. Dealer was again unable to replicate the problem, despite the photos that I took of the error message. 

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