2013 Ford F-150
Recalls and owner complaints reported to NHTSA
Compared with the typical (middle) count of 266 complaints across the 6 model-year 2013 half-ton trucks we cover. Best-selling trucks naturally collect more complaints because more of them are on the road.
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Recalls
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Power Train:Automatic Transmission
Jun 2019 · #19V433000Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with 5.0L or 6.2L gasoline engines, that previously had the powertrain control module (PCM) software reprogrammed under recall 19V-075.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with 5.0L or 6.2L gasoline engines, that previously had the powertrain control module (PCM) software reprogrammed under recall 19V-075. The software used to reprogram the PCM did not have the necessary updates to prevent the transmission from unexpectedly downshifting into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at [phone removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 19S19.
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
Feb 2019 · #19V075000Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at [phone removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 19S07.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Fluid
May 2016 · #16V345000Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured August 1, 2013, to August 31, 2014 equipped with 3.5L engines.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured August 1, 2013, to August 31, 2014 equipped with 3.5L engines. The master cylinder rear cup seal may roll, resulting in brake fluid leakage from the primary reservoir into the brake booster.
Risk: Loss of brake fluid from the primary reservoir results in a complete loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and, if necessary, the brake booster, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at [phone removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 16S24.
Owner complaints by area
Reports owners filed with NHTSA. They aren't verified, and one complaint can mention more than one area. Tap an area to read the most recent ones.
- Power Train121223 involved a crash · 3 involved a fire
- Filed Aug 2025
At about [XXX] [XXX], Tuesday, I was N/B on [XXX] , my speed was approximately 60 mph. All of a sudden, my brakes locked up as if I slammed on by brakes. Although a safe distance behind my, vehicles behind me had to swerve out of my way due to the sudden breaking. After pulling over, I checked the undercarriage, thinking I might have hit something, but everything was clear. Not knowing what had just happened I got back onto the highway and when I reached a speed of approximately 65 mph it did it again causing my truck to swerve into the oncoming lane of traffic. I still didn't know what was going on because there were no physical signs indicating such and no warning lights illuminated. After pulling over once again I called a transmission shop and explained what had just happed and asked if they could look at my truck to see what was going on. They told me it would be about three months before they can get me in, but said they know what exactly had happened. When I asked them to please tell me what had occurred, they told me the transmission suddenly went from 5th gear down to 1st gear due to a "Transmission Molded Lead Frame issue" I had no idea what he was talking about, and he said the fix is a simple one that involved a computer software update. Well, I learned that in 2019 there was a "Customer Satisfaction program" for this issue but the problem is I knew nothing about it and when I purchased the vehicle in 2022, I wasn't told about this. Now, the Ford dealership I took the truck to said the "Customer Satisfaction program" that was issued had expired and I would have to pay for the repair. I'm confused because when I first started researching this issue the Carfax at the time I purchased the vehicle was a "Customer Satisfaction program", and after talking to the Hanford Auto Sales, in California, I purchased the vehicle they said they didn't do anything because it was just a "Customer Satisfaction program". INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- Filed Aug 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the speedometer went to 0 MPH, and the transmission failed to shift out of 1st gear. The contact shifted into neutral and shifted back to drive; however, the transmission still failed to upshift into second gear. The check engine warning light and the service vehicle soon warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the molded lead frame was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 154,000.
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Vehicle Speed Control, Engine
While driving my vehicle speedometer goes to zero which no recognition of speed. If brought to a stop I can’t get out of first gear. Ford issued a “Customer Satisfaction Program 19N01” related to the 6R80 transmissions, Sudden Transmission Downshift. This “Customer Satisfaction” should have been a non expiring recall. The check engine sometimes flicks on but does not stay on or show a code. Issue is intermittent and lasts 10-15 min until vehicle recognizes it’s not incapable of shifting. Given this severely limiting malfunction I highly recommend the recall be extended indefinitely to make sure these vehicles are fixed properly.
- Filed Jul 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly downshifted from 6th to 1st gear. The battery and the powertrain warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the lead frame and speed sensor had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the same diagnosis was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 211,580.
- Filed Jul 2025
Transmission downshift in low gear at highway speeds, almost lost control, afraid of any transmission damage, looked online for other ford p/ups with same 6speed transmission problems and of course they are millions of recalls but my vin # isn’t included, called ford motor co, seems like they are just passing the buck , I know it’s the same exact problem, wondering if I should go to local news station to report it as an ongoing issue, and I would like this investigated !!!!
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- Engine5314 involved a crash · 9 involved a fire
- Filed Aug 2025
Truck has 91,200 miles and was well maintained. Truck has a loud rattle (like rocks in a can) on dry start up after sitting for several days. Rattle goes away after starting and is consistent with worn CAM PHASERS, as shown in many videos on the internet describing this known problem with the Ford 3.5L ecoboost engine. Ford issued a customer reimbursement program for repairing this known defect but it does not apply to this vehicle, even though it was built with the defective cam phasers and is showing signs they are destroying themselves, which can lead to catastrophic engine failure. Ford redesigned the cam phasers to a better version after learning of the originally defective design. The repair is very expensive $3k to $5k.
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control
While driving my vehicle speedometer goes to zero which no recognition of speed. If brought to a stop I can’t get out of first gear. Ford issued a “Customer Satisfaction Program 19N01” related to the 6R80 transmissions, Sudden Transmission Downshift. This “Customer Satisfaction” should have been a non expiring recall. The check engine sometimes flicks on but does not stay on or show a code. Issue is intermittent and lasts 10-15 min until vehicle recognizes it’s not incapable of shifting. Given this severely limiting malfunction I highly recommend the recall be extended indefinitely to make sure these vehicles are fixed properly.
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Power Train
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and accelerating, the vehicle started to lose motive power and unexpectedly downshifted to 1st or 2nd gear. The wrench warning light was illuminated, and the message “Service Vehicle Soon” was displayed. Additionally, instrument cluster failed to display safety information. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road, and the contact waited for a while before restarting the vehicle. The contact stated that several attempts were needed to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and retrieved a code for the control shift sensor fault. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.
- Filed Jul 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that at the initial start, there was a loud rattling sound coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The first time the failure occurred, the rattling sound ceased after driving for a while. The failure occurred a second time but continued while driving. The contact stated that after inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the cam phasers were causing the rattling sound. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Unknown or Other
WRENCH displayed today, transmission was hard shifting trying to go in and out of gear
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- Service Brakes35428 involved a crash · 2 involved a fire
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while hauling a trailer, the brake pedal independently went to the floorboard. The ABS and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating with the accelerator pedal depressed. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a master cylinder leak into the brake booster. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V345000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
- Filed Jun 2025 · Also filed under Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while in reverse, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The brake and parking brake warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and inspected. The contact stated that there was no brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. The contact stated that brake fluid was added to the reservoir; however, two hours later the brake reservoir was empty again. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.
- Filed Jun 2025
Complete, instant brake failure at only 105871 miles. My wife was backing out of the drive @5 mph, brake pedal pushed clear to floor with no warning. 3-4 minutes later, the brake warning light came on. No warning light ahead of time. Reservoir was very low, I added 12 oz. DOT3 fluid…..brakes seemed ok. Got up the next morning , brake low fluid light is on and all 12 oz of brake fluid are gone, not a drip anywhere to be seen. Called the dealer….basically because our VIN has not been listed in any recall, we are out of luck on any help with repairs. Incident occurred in our drive, my wife was very lucky. Ford has a serious problem. We are the original owner, 2013 with 105871 miles. Vehicle is very excellent condition. If this would have happened on the highway, serious injury or death to us or others would have been very likely. Taking to the dealer on Monday June 9 for a diagnosis and a serious talk. Hopefully after a confirmation of master cylinder failure and leakage into the brake booster (which Ford knows is an issue), they will be able to repair under an expired recall that should have included our 2013 with the 3.5 eco boost engine. Dealer’s service dept. agreed with me over the phone but added not to get my hopes up because Ford did not list every VIN in the recall that they should have included. Interestingly, back in May, Ford notified us by mail, that as still the original owner there had been issues with the master cylinder and booster. If we had a repair done, they would reimburse up to 700.00 if we could provide proof. We have had no issues, nor any repairs, so we threw the notice away. So, a month after the notification from Ford, here we are. I would think the lawsuits are out there somewhere, I would rather not be a part of any of that….this should get Fords prompt attention from a safety standpoint. So we’ll see what happens.
- Filed Jun 2025
My Vehicle has 116,000 miles and the CPU/ ABS Unit is not working. I took it to a Ford Dealership and they said the part alone is $3,000.00 . I feel although the vehicle is 12 years old it has low mileage and I feel that a part of this type should not malfunction. I would like Ford to pay for this repair and how many other F-150’s are out there experiencing this same problem? Could you please investigate this problem. I still have bakes but the ABS and Down hill slope assist is not working. All the brake lights come on ABS, Down Hill Slope Assist, and the brake line. The warning light and bells come on within a few hundred feet when moving. I had the vehicle inspected by a local Ford Dealership and they informed me the ABS unit needs replaced. This has been happening since April of this year 2025.
- Filed May 2025 · Also filed under Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop as intended while the brake pedal was depressed. The brake fluid warning light illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed on scene by an independent mechanic, and it was determined that the brake master cylinder and brake booster needed to be replaced due to a brake fluid leak. The vehicle was taken and to the local dealer for the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
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- Electrical System3062 involved a crash · 14 involved a fire
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Power Train
Ford dealership Jack Kissee in Claremore, OK is telling me my truck is 6k miles out of warranty for Recall 19N01. I have owned my 2013 F150 for less than 2 years with no knowledge of any previous recalls or repairs needed by Ford. This has not been an ongoing issue and has only happened within the last 1,000 miles I have put on my truck. Wrench light and icon pop up on the dash and puts the truck into limp mode until I can get pulled over and get the truck shut off. Safety risk to everyone on the rode. Please let me know if there is a way this Recall 19N01 can be covered. Thank you.
- Filed Jul 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact's client purchased a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 58,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 163,000.
- Filed Jul 2025
When putting truck in Reverse... Back-Up Camera goes Blank(Black-Out)
- Filed Jun 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Engine
I keep seeing about the f-150/s being recalled for the rear view cameras not working but mine works and doesn’t works sometimes but keep being told that there is no recall but if you google any of the problems i have it is a reoccurring problem in other 2013 f-150s. Also problems with rear sliding heated back window the driverside shatters. The molded frame transmission needed repaired or replaced. Ecoboost leaking antifreeze behind passenger side front tire. The timing and phasers needing replaced. All are known common problems but ive been told are not recallable problems.
- Filed May 2025 · Also filed under Structure
Seems to be a defect with the rear door saying it is ajar on the display screen also it wound lock or u lock with the key fob or PIN code. I have confirmed the door is completely shut. Defective wiring harness or something else may be the issue.
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- Vehicle Speed Control2756 involved a crash · 1 involved a fire
- Filed Aug 2025
the speed sensor in transmission isn't working properly it shift down to 1st gear as shown in these recalls 19S07,19S19,AND 24S37. IM NOT SURE IF IT IS RELATED TO 19N01 in any way but the problem was that its showing on my vin that they conducted a recall 19S07 ON MY 2012 F-150 IN THE Past but then after that there was a 19S19 recalled ADDED because the prior 19s07 didn't work properly or hold up ,so what that meant was they should have made it aware to all vehicles that was performed with this reprogramming recall but they did not send any notification or make available to my f150 especially knowing the reprograming didn't hold up, so I was never granted access or authorization and notified that it need to be re done . also the problem I noticed says its with the software in 19s19 and 19s07 but this seems more like a speed sensor problem that's indicated in 24s37 and that seems to be a hardware issue ,if u look into this issue on line you'll notice the fix for this issue is for the sensor to be replaced in the transmission . I feel that ford should be responsible for the issue with my f150 .
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Engine
While driving my vehicle speedometer goes to zero which no recognition of speed. If brought to a stop I can’t get out of first gear. Ford issued a “Customer Satisfaction Program 19N01” related to the 6R80 transmissions, Sudden Transmission Downshift. This “Customer Satisfaction” should have been a non expiring recall. The check engine sometimes flicks on but does not stay on or show a code. Issue is intermittent and lasts 10-15 min until vehicle recognizes it’s not incapable of shifting. Given this severely limiting malfunction I highly recommend the recall be extended indefinitely to make sure these vehicles are fixed properly.
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Power Train
While driving at highway speeds, about 55mph, transmission just jerked. Happened multiple times until I could get it in to be serviced. Service light comes on, speedometer goes to zero, safety lights come on and its not able to downshift. I fear this could be a very dangerous especially at this speeds.. After stopping and turning of the road it still would not reset. It would not reset until I parked the vehicle and shutdown then restarted. Picture attached shows the dash..... while going 55 speedometer went to zero. Was in 5 gear and would not change, mileage went to "--------" Engine light and Airbag lights come on...... NHTSA site shows no recalls but Ford does show their own recall. Ford will not cover this repair because they said they notified of a recall but nothing was ever sent to me or told to me in any previous trips to dealership. This is a known safety risk and Ford should still be pushing to get these parts replaced. Fords Campaign after to search online. 19N01 Description Transmission molded leadframe
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Unknown or Other
TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTS WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION STAYS IN FIRST GEAR TRANSMISSION BANGS WRENCH APPEARS ON DASH ALL CONTROL IS LOST
- Filed Jun 2025 · Also filed under Power Train
F150 downshifted into first gear while driving down the highway at full speed. Speedometer stopped registering. Sudden and abrupt deceleration. Engine warning light on. Took the truck to the local Ford dealer, Malloy Ford Charlottesville, VA and Service department said the molded leadframe needed to be replaced per Customer Satifaction Program (CSP) 19N01, but Ford would not cover the cost. I believe that Ford needs to cover the cost. I never received a letter notification from Ford and had it in service at the same dealer in August 2022 and they did not notify me of the outstanding CSP and need to service per 19N01.
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- Steering2117 involved a crash
- Filed Jul 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized. In addition, the steering failure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
- Filed Jun 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while exiting the driveway, the steering wheel moved voluntarily and failed to respond as intended. The contact stated that the steering wheel then seized. The message "Power Steering Fault" was displayed on the screen. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
- Filed Feb 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Electrical System
I was driving on [XXX] in Georgia. I was going around 75 mph and my transmission dropped from 6th gear to 1st Gear my speed dropped from around 75 mph to 25 mph in less than a second. My safety and the safety of other vehicles/people were put in danger, I almost lost control of my steering and hit somebody in the right lane next to me. Three Vehicles behind me had to slam on their brakes and swerve around me to avoid rear ending me. When the vehicles transmission dropped gears rapidly, at the same time I got a gear wrench symbol across my cluster display, and I lost functionality of the vehicles mph gauge and gas gauge. The fasten seatbelt light was also on but no audible warning tone was heard.. The vehicle also lost acceleration power. I was able to get the vehicle home and turned the car on and off and everything went back to normal. This is an intermittent issue with no warning when it will happen. There was a recall from ford for a programming issue with the tranny and currently a CSP with campaign #19N01 for a Transmission molded leadframe extended coverage. Basically the lead frame needs to be replaced to correct the problem which is 4,000 to 6,000 dollars. Ford will not fix my lead frame because I am past certain dates and over the mileage by 2,200 miles. I also needed to be displaying symptoms and the code for ford to fix the issue if I was within dates and mileage. I didn’t display any codes or symptoms until I was 2,200 miles over the CSP warranty coverage. I also just bought the truck in September of 2024 and was not aware of this issue. I can’t express enough how dangerous going from 75 mph to 25 mph in a second on a busy freeway is. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- Filed Feb 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the steering wheel was turned; however, the steering wheel failed to respond as intended. In addition, the power steering failure warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with rack and pinion failure. The contact was informed that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 38,057.
- Filed Dec 2024
Service advancetrac warning has been coming on excessively and ford has known this a problem in the majority of their F150s, for says it needs steering rack replacement and its a known issue
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- Unknown or Other2074 involved a crash · 6 involved a fire
- Filed Jul 2025
When I put my Truck in Reverse...My Backup Camera goes BLACK with NO PICTURE. Which has caused me to back into things.
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control
TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTS WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION STAYS IN FIRST GEAR TRANSMISSION BANGS WRENCH APPEARS ON DASH ALL CONTROL IS LOST
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Engine
WRENCH displayed today, transmission was hard shifting trying to go in and out of gear
- Filed Jun 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Engine
*transmission DOWNSHIFTS while driving at normal traffic speeds *Sudden stops in traffic *WRENCH appeared on dash, lost all digital numbers, I e. Speed...as soon as downshift
- Filed Jun 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Engine
*transmission downshifted while traveling 15 mph *Unsafe condition traveling on roadway *Temporary loss of control *WRENCH appeared, shifted hard into first gear
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- Visibility/Wiper1431 involved a fire
- Filed Nov 2024
Driving to work this morning after remote starting my truck due to cold weather. 10 minutes into driving, the driver side of the 3-piece power slide rear glass shattered with no impact or any other damage. Online searching indicates it is a frequent problem and likely caused by the rear glass defroster.
- Filed Nov 2023 · Also filed under Electrical System
2013 Ford F150 crew cab back window shatters when defroster activated. When I pushed the defrost button the window on the back drivers side shattered. This is a major safety concern.
- Filed Dec 2022
sitting in truck that was off and heard a loud crack. looked around and the rear drivers side window was shattered. nothing hit it and defrost was not on. just shattered for no reason. 30 degree F out
- Filed Jan 2022
This morning (45 degrees F) I remote-started the truck to warm it up. As I strapped in my 5 year old into his carseat (Which does not contact the rear window at any point), We were startled by a load pop as the driver's side rear window broke. I immediately walked to the back of the truck to inspect and a small amount of smoke was raising from the bottom right side of that window where it meets the frame. I believe the rear window defroster was the cause of it. This happened 6 inches from my son's head..
- Filed Nov 2021
I was driving down the street around 7am, it was about 54 degrees outside and the portion of my rear window behind the driver seat exploded, sounded like a gun shot. I pulled over and I could hear sizzling and saw steam/smoke coming from a seam in the window so I got back in and turned off my rear defroster and the sizzling went away. I am concerned this will happen again after I get the window fixed or worse, I am worried my truck could go up in flames with my wife or kids in it.
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- Fuel/Propulsion System1261 involved a crash · 3 involved a fire
- Filed Jul 2025
On vehicles equipped the R680 six speed transmission, the oil lines break off at the Quick Disconnect to the transmission oil cooler due to metal fatigue. When this happens, it causes 14 quarts of automatic transmission fluid to be pumped out onto the roadway from the front of the vehicle and on the tires and roadway. Several things can happen when this happens. 1. Loss of control resulting in a crash. 2. Vehicle stopping on roadway and unable to continue. 3. Roadway gets covered with oil may cause other vehicles to crash. 4. Enviornmental issues. I am reporting this because it is a problem that is common and should be addressed. The problem is well documented on the internet and YouTube. (Ford F150 Transmission Cooler Lines Breaking.) In my case the line snaped off when I was in my driveway. Very lucky.
- Filed Jun 2025 · Also filed under Vehicle Speed Control, Unknown or Other
My 2013 F150 had been acting strangely in showing a wrench on the LED screen and shutting off the electrical components on my dash. when this happens, it also sticks the transmission in between 3-5th gear. I am unable to shift down to 1st or 2nd gear, or up to 6th gear. After this happened a few times, it started to shift me in to Park and stop my wheels from turning. This happened to me 3 times while traveling down the highway at 80mph. All 3 times, it lasted only a few seconds, but it was enough to screech my brand new tires and leave marks on the ground as if I had slammed on my brakes. It returns to normal and continues down the road.
- Filed Mar 2025 · Also filed under Electrical System, Engine
As I was pulling out onto the road it died blocking a 2 lane road at around 5AM so was pitch black luckily cars where paying attention & saw me I was able to roll it back off the road. Had a mechanic look at it after being towed back home he noticed fuse 27 was melted that is fuse for the fuel pump. Currently awaiting how much it will be to fix.
- Filed Mar 2025 · Also filed under Vehicle Speed Control, Engine
Vehicle dash lights will come on while driving (wrench light specifically) and vehicle looses all power and drops to 0 RPM 0 Speed. This has happened multiple times and is extremely dangerous! After 4 months, we finally got our appointment at a Ford dealership where they diagnosed the lead frame needs to be replaced. Truck is a 2013 Ford F150 with 114,000 miles and there is a bulletin for this concern but the truck is out of warranty by age. The total bill is $1,769.54 and I contacted Ford to see if they would help for customer satisfaction and was told no.
- Filed Aug 2024 · Also filed under Power Train, Unknown or Other
Not sure if it is the powertrain or the intercooler for the turbos but when you press the gas to get on the highway or at high speed on the highway and press the gas the check engine light blinks and the vehichal goes into limp mode. Easy to recreate and doesnt seem like ford has a recall for it or even a fix. Every eco boost truck ever made seems to have this issue and if you get rear ended because of it , that sounds like a safety hazard to me. The only fix I have seen from the f150 forums to youtube or anywhere on google is to drill a 1/16 hole in the intercooler and let sludge and condensation drip all over the place. Does not sound like a great fix to me.Not even sure if the intercooler is the culprit or if it's the power train.Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.
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- Visibility50
- Filed Mar 2023 · Also filed under Electrical System, Unknown or Other
On my way to work I turned on the rear defrost and heard a loud bang after 15 minutes. I pulled over to see what had happened and the read driver side windshield pain had shattered. it remained in the laminate but I got a replacement quote and its almost $1000 dollars. After doing research this is a major problem with the defrost mechanism on these trucks with no known fix. I'm glad it stayed in take but the glass is continuously cracking as I drive and i cannot get the repair done until Thursday and the dealer said they can do nothing except replace the glass and hope it doesn't happen again.
- Filed Feb 2023
The rear glass on the drivers side shattered for no reason.
- Filed Feb 2023
Driver side rear window shattered with no impact. Vehicle had been remote started with rear defroster on. Approximately 30 seconds after driving, I heard a loud pop and stopped vehicle. After inspecting, the driver side rear glass of the vehicle had “spider webbed” and shattered.
- Filed Feb 2023
Sunroof / moonroof went to a 3rd party company in business for over 50 years and have had several ford f-150 vehicles with same sunroof issues that come in weekly. Ford specialist was able to give me a description of the issue and due to pricing shopped around and found out I am not the only one having this sunroof issue with screws coming off and sun roof getting Stuck all the time.
- Filed Dec 2022
rear window shattered while parked.. big bang and shattered window... ive seen many other reports with the same problem. due to maybe rear window defrost.
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- Structure486 involved a crash
- Filed Jun 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the vehicle was at the dealer for unrelated repairs, the contact was informed that the throttle body housing was failing. The contact was informed that the throttle body housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V659000 (Structure); however, the VIN was not associated with the recall. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline and report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 201,987.
- Filed May 2025 · Also filed under Electrical System
Seems to be a defect with the rear door saying it is ajar on the display screen also it wound lock or u lock with the key fob or PIN code. I have confirmed the door is completely shut. Defective wiring harness or something else may be the issue.
- Filed Aug 2024 · Also filed under Tires
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal sound and became aware that the spare tire had almost struck another vehicle that was following behind. The vehicle was steered over to the side of the road and inspected. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle he observed that an unknown steel cable underneath the vehicle holding up the spare tire was corroded and had snapped. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
- Filed Nov 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after a visual inspection of the rear fender wells and bed post, she became aware of extensive frame rusting. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the bed liner was holding moisture, resulting in abnormal corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 150,000.
- Filed Jul 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150 used to haul a 2022 Highland Ridge RV. The contact stated that when the RV was parked, the awning detached from the RV. The awning was not able to be re-installed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V573000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
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- Hydraulic421 involved a fire
- Filed Jul 2025 · Also filed under Service Brakes
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while hauling a trailer, the brake pedal independently went to the floorboard. The ABS and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating with the accelerator pedal depressed. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a master cylinder leak into the brake booster. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V345000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
- Filed Jun 2025 · Also filed under Service Brakes
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while in reverse, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The brake and parking brake warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and inspected. The contact stated that there was no brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. The contact stated that brake fluid was added to the reservoir; however, two hours later the brake reservoir was empty again. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.
- Filed May 2025 · Also filed under Service Brakes
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop as intended while the brake pedal was depressed. The brake fluid warning light illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed on scene by an independent mechanic, and it was determined that the brake master cylinder and brake booster needed to be replaced due to a brake fluid leak. The vehicle was taken and to the local dealer for the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
- Filed May 2025 · Also filed under Service Brakes
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while reversing out of a driveway, the brake pedal was depressed and went down to the floorboard. The contact used the parking brake to stop the vehicle. The brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the brake master cylinder had leaked brake fluid into the brake booster pump. The contact was informed that the brake master cylinder and booster pump needed to be replaced. The dealer confirmed that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V345000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer opened a case. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
- Filed Mar 2025 · Also filed under Service Brakes
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was connected to a trailer and while the brake pedal was depressed, the brake pedal went to the floorboard and the brakes responded intermittently. The contact attempted to disconnect the vehicle from the trailer and the brakes failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle hit a curve and came to a stop. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the vehicle was diagnosed with vacuum pump failure. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 166,000.
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- Wheels391 involved a crash
- Filed Apr 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Air Bags
Hello, I am writing a request to supplement 19N01 on Ford models as I had a near accident that almost happened. First, as I was driving, my mileage odometer was glitching showing dashes "------", also notice that my check engine light came on and as a result the airbag off warning was showing as well. As a result of all this, seems that the vehicle malfunction as my vehicle was in "limp mode" while all of this was happening and when pressing the gas no acceleration was happening (mind you that was all happening in heavy traffic). After moving steadily and avoiding heavy traffic, I parked my vehicle to the side and turn it on and off. This seems to restart the system however my check engine was still on. After further research on this issue, I see that this is a known issue that happens with the model of my vehicle. After calling the dealership with my issue, they state it is a customer program rather than a recall. I beg NHTSA to please supplement this known issue and instead of 10 years, please use the 150K mileage. I cannot be driving with this unsafe issue as it was a scary issue that happen during traffic.
- Filed Mar 2024
ATTEMPTED TO MOUNT MY SPARE TIRE AND THE METAL COVERING ON MY LUGNUTS HAD EXPANDED CAUSING ME TO BE UNABLE TO REMOVE THE FLAT TIRE. DONE SOME RESEARCH AND DISCOVERED THIS TO BE A COMMON OCCURANCE ON MY 2013 F150. THI ISSUE W/FORD NEEDS TO BE RESOVELD TO PREVENT ANY FURTHURE DIFFILCULTIES. NEEDS TO BE A SOLID LUGNUT TO REPLACE THOSE THAT HAVE THE METAL SKIN COVERING THE LUGNUT. THANKS
- Filed Oct 2023
I had to pay $68.71 to replace swollen lug nuts
- Filed May 2023 · Also filed under Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes
I’ve went though 8 wheel bearings in the last 6 months on the drivers side tire alone. I’ve had to replace brake hoses every few weeks and I’ve had to take it to two different dealerships. Also it keep downshift from 6 gear to first with no warning. I’m afraid it’s gonna cause me to wreck.
- Filed Aug 2022 · Also filed under Suspension, Power Train
4wd SOLENOID AND ACTUATOR MALFUNCTION TO ENGAGE AND DISENGAGE 4WD AT WILL WITHOUT USING THE 4WD BUTTON CAUSING DAMAGE TO BOTH SOLENOID, ACTUATOR AND WHEEL HUBS WHICH CAUSE ISSUES WITH DRIVING AND USING 4WD ON THE VEHICLE SAFELY. THIS IS KNOWN ISSUE WITH 2003-2020 MODEL F150 (NON RAPTOR MODELS) AS WELL AS EXPEDITION. THERE IS NO WARNINGS OR MESSAGES TO ALERT THE DRIVER OF ANY ISSUES THAT ARE HAPPENING UNTIL IT'S TOO LATE AND THE HUB IS GRINDED DOWN CAUSING WHEEL ISSUES THEN.
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- Air Bags3612 involved a crash
- Filed Apr 2025
The passenger air bag light indicates OFF even when I am in the seat. I am a 5’8’’ 125 lb person. This is frequently what happens when I am sitting. I have tried undoing and reattaching the seat belt but often it does nothing or reverts back to off in a short time. The picture below is right now while my husband is driving.
- Filed Apr 2025 · Also filed under Power Train, Wheels
Hello, I am writing a request to supplement 19N01 on Ford models as I had a near accident that almost happened. First, as I was driving, my mileage odometer was glitching showing dashes "------", also notice that my check engine light came on and as a result the airbag off warning was showing as well. As a result of all this, seems that the vehicle malfunction as my vehicle was in "limp mode" while all of this was happening and when pressing the gas no acceleration was happening (mind you that was all happening in heavy traffic). After moving steadily and avoiding heavy traffic, I parked my vehicle to the side and turn it on and off. This seems to restart the system however my check engine was still on. After further research on this issue, I see that this is a known issue that happens with the model of my vehicle. After calling the dealership with my issue, they state it is a customer program rather than a recall. I beg NHTSA to please supplement this known issue and instead of 10 years, please use the 150K mileage. I cannot be driving with this unsafe issue as it was a scary issue that happen during traffic.
- Filed Mar 2025 · Also filed under Power Train
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to 1st gear, the vehicle shuddered, skidded, and the rear wheels locked up. The contact was able to coast over to the side of the road. The power train warning light was illuminated with the wrench symbol and the air bag warning light briefly before the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact detached the battery and waited for a while before reattaching the battery, restarting the vehicle, and continued driving. The contact stated that the failure occurred approximately every 5 miles. The dealer was contacted and decided to charge the contact to diagnose the vehicle to determine the cause of failure, instead of completing the recall repair free of charge. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact back to the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Filed Oct 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven back to the residence. A dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Filed Jul 2024 · Also filed under Power Train
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH or faster, the vehicle would unintendedly decelerate. The contact stated that the speedometer dropped to 0 MPH. The contact stated that the “Wrench” symbol was displayed, indicating a failure with the power train or the electronic throttle control system. The air bag warning light was also illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off and restarted the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously included in a recall regarding the transmission and the vehicle was repaired under the recall. The contact was unable to confirm whether the VIN was included in either NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 19V433000 (Power Train) or 19V075000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission and ECM had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was 121,000.
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- Fuel System292 involved a fire
- Filed Oct 2022 · Also filed under Gasoline
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated after adding 85 octane fuel, the vehicle began to stall. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated the vape locked and had to wait for a short time before being able to restart the vehicle and continue driving to his destination. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Filed Dec 2021 · Also filed under Gasoline, Engine
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact was able to restart the vehicle the next day. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump module and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump module and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The dealer also diagnosed that the fuse box needed to be relocated to prevent fuse #27 from burning due to the engine heat. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.
- Filed Jun 2020 · Also filed under Gasoline
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AFTER REFUELING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF A FUEL LEAK UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL FILLER NECK WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT REACHED OUT TO EL CAJON FORD (address removed) WHERE THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THEY WERE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 108,000.
- Filed Nov 2019 · Also filed under Gasoline
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY OF THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE, IT FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LITHIA SPRINGS FORD (address removed) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 137,100.
- Filed Oct 2019 · Also filed under Gasoline, Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. AFTER RAISING THE HOOD AND LOOKING IN THE FUSE PANEL UNDER THE HOOD, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSE SHOWED SIGNS OF MELTING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FORD SQUARE OF MT. VERNON (address removed) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE NEEDED TO BE RELOCATED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 66,800. *LN*JB
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- Gasoline292 involved a fire
- Filed Oct 2022 · Also filed under Fuel System
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated after adding 85 octane fuel, the vehicle began to stall. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated the vape locked and had to wait for a short time before being able to restart the vehicle and continue driving to his destination. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Filed Dec 2021 · Also filed under Fuel System, Engine
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact was able to restart the vehicle the next day. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump module and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump module and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The dealer also diagnosed that the fuse box needed to be relocated to prevent fuse #27 from burning due to the engine heat. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.
- Filed Jun 2020 · Also filed under Fuel System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AFTER REFUELING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF A FUEL LEAK UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL FILLER NECK WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT REACHED OUT TO EL CAJON FORD (address removed) WHERE THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THEY WERE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 108,000.
- Filed Nov 2019 · Also filed under Fuel System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY OF THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE, IT FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LITHIA SPRINGS FORD (address removed) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 137,100.
- Filed Oct 2019 · Also filed under Fuel System, Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. AFTER RAISING THE HOOD AND LOOKING IN THE FUSE PANEL UNDER THE HOOD, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FUSE SHOWED SIGNS OF MELTING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FORD SQUARE OF MT. VERNON (address removed) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUSE NEEDED TO BE RELOCATED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 66,800. *LN*JB
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- Electronic Stability Control (esc)28
- Filed Aug 2020 · Also filed under Steering
WHEN I WAS BACKING MY F150 OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY I HEARD A LOUD SQUEALING SOUND WHEN I TURNED MY STEERING WHEEL. THIS CAUSED A STABLE TRAC LIGHT, A HILL DECENT LIGHT, AND A POWER STEERING LIGHT. I CLICKED ON THE OK BUTTON TO CLEAR ALL THREE FAULTS ON THE DASH BECAUSE THE TRUCK SEAMED TO WORKING PROPERLY. AS I DROVE TO WORK A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME SLAMMED ON THEIR BREAKS AND WHEN I WENT TO REACT THE POWER STEERING DID NOT WORK. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS ISSUE THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY AND OR DEATH TO ME AND MY KIDS. THE POWER STEERING DID COME BACK AND WORKED FOR A FEW DAYS THEN IT HAPPENED AGAIN WHEN A CAR TURNED IN FRONT OF ME AND WHEN I SWERVED TO MISS A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE TRUCK THE POWER STEERING FAILED YET AGAIN. I NOW HAVE ALL THREE FAULTS EVERY TIME I START THE TRUCK AND THE POWER STEERING IS COMPLETELY OUT NOW. THIS CONDITION IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF A YOUNGER PERSON OR SOMEONE THAT DOESN'T KNOW WHAT TO DO OR HAVE THE PHYSICAL STRENGTH TO MANUALLY TURN THE VEHICLE WHEN THE POWER STEERING GOES OUT WITHOUT WARNING.
- Filed Jun 2020
ADVANCE TRACK SERVICE WARNING KEEPS POPPING UP, TURN SIGNAL WILL NOT WORK UNLESS YOU TURN CAR OFF AND BACK ON. THIS IS A RECURRING PROBLEM AS MANY FORDS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. THEY SHOULD ALL BE FIXED AS FORD IS VERY AWARE OF THE PROBLEM I'M SURE. THIS HAPPENS AT RANDOM TIMES, AT START UP OR WHILE DRIVING. NOT SURE HOW LONG ITS BEEN GOING ON, I JUST BOUGHT THE CAR AND IT WAS DOING IT. *TR
- Filed Jun 2020 · Also filed under Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control
GOING 70 MPH ON THE HIGH WAY MY TRUCK IS DOWN SHIFTING TO A LOWER GEAR THEN LOOSES POWER THE RPM AND THE SPEEDOMETER STARTS GOING HAY WIRE JUMPING BACK AND FORTH. DOING 40 MPH IT DOES THE SAME THING AND DOESN'T WANT TO PICK UP SPEED. TOOK IT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPROGRAMMED THE BRAIN NOW THE MPH DON'T WORK NO FUEL NOTICE IT'S BLANK. *TR
- Filed May 2020 · Also filed under Steering
KEEP GETTING SERVICE ADVANCE TRACK WARNING WHICH DISABLES TURN SIGNAL, TRUCK MUST BE TURNED OFF AND BACK ON BUR WARNING KEEPS COMING BACK DISABLING TURN SIGNAL. THROUGH RESEARCH THIS IS VERY COMMON AND DANGEROUS.
- Filed Nov 2019 · Also filed under Vehicle Speed Control, Engine
I HAVE A F150 4-WHEEL ECO BOOST V6. I RECENTLY HAD MY VEHICLE IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND AT THAT TIME DECIDED TO HAVE THE RECALL DONE FOR THE SOFTWARE UPDATE. THE NEXT FEW DAYS I NOTICED THAT THERE WAS SOME HESITATION WITH THE GEARS SHIFTING AND THE TRANSMISSION AT TIMES WOULD DROP. I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP TO BRING MY TRUCK BACK IN AT THAT TIME THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG BUT AN OIL PRESSURE SENSOR. SOME DAYS LATER I WAS DRIVING ON THE FEEDER ROAD GETTING READY TO ENTER THE HIGHWAY. AS SOON AS I ENTERED MY SPEEDOMETER STOP WORKING AND THE TRANSMISSION DROPPED INTO 1ST GEAR. THERE WAS A CAR BEHIND ME THAT ALMOST COLLIDED WITH MY TRUCK. MY FAMILY WAS IN THE CAR AT THE TIME AND THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. THE NEXT DAY I BROUGHT MY TRUCK BACK INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY DID A QUICK DIAGNOSIS. THEY STATED THAT I HAD TRANSMISSION ISSUES AND THAT I NEEDED TO LOOK INTO GETTING ANOTHER VEHICLE THROUGH THEM AND TRADING MY TRUCK OUT. I WAS UPSET BY THE RESPONSE SO I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A LOCAL TRANSMISSION SHOP WHERE THEY THOROUGHLY INSPECTED THE TRUCK. THE FINDINGS WERE THAT THE OSS SENSOR WAS FAULTY AND IT PULL UP A P0270 CODE. THE SHOP ADVISED ME THAT THIS WAS A WARRANTY AND SAFETY ISSUE AND THAT I IMMEDIATELY TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. WHEN I RETURN TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY AT THAT TIME ACKNOWLEDGE THAT IT WAS A WARRANTY ISSUE AND COULD BE FIX, BUT THEY COULD NOT EVEN LOOK AT IT FOR 2-WEEKS AND WOULD NOT EVEN PROVIDE A LOANER AFTER STATING MY SAFETY CONCERNS. I THEN CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND THEY COULD NOT ASSIST UNTIL THE DEALERSHIP LOOKED AT MY TRUCK. I DID STATE TO THEM THE TIME ISSUE AT THE DEALERSHIP BUT WAS TOLD THEY HAVE NO CONTROL OVER WHAT THEY DO. I'M STUCK WITH DRIVING A UNSAFE VEHICLE FOR AN ISSUE OUTSIDE OF MY CONTROL AND NO ONE AT FORD IS TAKING THE MATTER SERIOUSLY. THIS COULD CAUSE A FATAL OR SEVERE INJURY.
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- Suspension191 involved a crash
- Filed May 2025
I had recall 19N01 and had a local repair shop complete the repair JR's Transmission in Catskill, NY. My local dealer RC Lacy would not cover the recall. I had the repair completed on 11/2024. I would like to be reimbursed for the repair. I was going in for surgery for throat cancer at the time of the warranty.
- Filed Oct 2023
Hello, A few weeks ago while I was heading down highway 49 in Tuolumne County, the spindle that holds the front wheel on my truck broke, sending my front left wheel down the opposite direction and my truck crashing down into the asphalt to a sudden stop. Thankfully I was able to maintain control enough of the truck to keep it from running off the road and flipping over. So many things made this a very lucky occurrence for me, because I was heading down the highway to Mariposa and many curves that had it happened there, would have sent me off the cliffs many hundreds of feet down. As I was being driven by the tow truck driver talking about my accident, we realized he had never seen this ever happen before. I was also told by the mechanic that something like this "just does not happen and should never happen". I could have had my entire family with me and we could have all perished because of a failure that "is not supposed to happen". I have also read there is a huge recall for this part on these trucks, although my truck does not fall under the recall and this is why I am asking for your help. I have saved all the broken parts, have photos of them all and of the truck broken on the side of the road. I feel this issue should be brought to the attention of FORD, but they will not talk to me about it, which is why I am reaching out to you. I also have a bit of PTSD, because I am scared to drive my truck because I am worried the new replaced part, could have a similar defect, so I will not allow passengers to ride with me until it is confirmed safe to drive. The problem was not reproduced by anyone. The vehicle was not inspected, although the CHP was on scene, but I have not checked to see if a report was filed There was absolutely no advanced warning of any kind. The wheel just suddenly broke off. Is this something you can address and help me with?
- Filed Jan 2023 · Also filed under Vehicle Speed Control
The problem is when driving the vehicle losses power , service icon come on , but all the instruments go blank including speed , oil pressure, fuel . the vehicle accelaration does not work proper, it feels like it get stuck on high gear. unable to accelerate rapidly. when checked for codes not codes indicated. then when i turn the vehicle off and restart it , everything start to work proper.
- Filed Aug 2022 · Also filed under Power Train, Wheels
4wd SOLENOID AND ACTUATOR MALFUNCTION TO ENGAGE AND DISENGAGE 4WD AT WILL WITHOUT USING THE 4WD BUTTON CAUSING DAMAGE TO BOTH SOLENOID, ACTUATOR AND WHEEL HUBS WHICH CAUSE ISSUES WITH DRIVING AND USING 4WD ON THE VEHICLE SAFELY. THIS IS KNOWN ISSUE WITH 2003-2020 MODEL F150 (NON RAPTOR MODELS) AS WELL AS EXPEDITION. THERE IS NO WARNINGS OR MESSAGES TO ALERT THE DRIVER OF ANY ISSUES THAT ARE HAPPENING UNTIL IT'S TOO LATE AND THE HUB IS GRINDED DOWN CAUSING WHEEL ISSUES THEN.
- Filed Sep 2020 · Also filed under Steering
BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS BROKE AND STEERING SHAFT BAD FOUND ON 09/22/2020 AT INSPECTION STATION
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- Engine And Engine Cooling17
- Filed Jun 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was a rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the wrench icon was displayed on the instrument panel before the vehicle stalled. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact stated that undisclosed diagnostic trouble codes from the vehicle indicated an engine failure. The contact stated that the engine was previously replaced after a similar failure with similar diagnostic trouble codes. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 180,000.
- Filed Apr 2025 · Also filed under Engine
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was started and running, there was a rattling sound coming from the engine compartment for approximately 30-seconds. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for maintenance and the technician observed the rattling sound after an oil change and suggested that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated the following day. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.
- Filed Apr 2025 · Also filed under Power Train
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front-end. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The vehicle lost motive power; however, the contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact waited for a while and then restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where it was diagnosed that the throttle had failed. The contact stated that on the last occasion when the vehicle experienced the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the cam phasers, valve cover, and throttle had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired after the most recent failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 187,000.
- Filed Mar 2025 · Also filed under Power Train
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle inadvertently downshifted into a lower gear and the speedometer stopped working. Additionally, the check engine and power train warning lights illuminated sporadically. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and restarted each time. The contact then received notification of an unknown recall and the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ECU needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired but the failure became frequent. The contact stated the on one occasion during a failure, and pulling over to the side of road, the contact opened the hood and observed two parts sitting on the frame rail. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission and blower motor/HVAC parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.
- Filed Jan 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a burning odor inside the vehicle, and there was smoke coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the connect point between the oil lines and the turbocharger was clogged and corroded. The mechanic referred the contact to the local dealer for repair assistance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the same assessment was made. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
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- Exterior Lighting16
- Filed Oct 2024 · Also filed under Electrical System, Engine
Vehicle have been parked for 5days and no power when returned to open door or start vehicle.No power on dash.Installed new battery,had it programmed to vehicle and started.1 month later and same issue again.No power,remote won't work either.
- Filed Sep 2023 · Also filed under Electrical System
Felt the truck lurch, then airbag dash light came on, as well as the orange wrench light. Then, odometer and instant mpg read both read as zero even though I had a full tank and was going 55 mph. I couldn’t tell how fast I was going on the highway. Have not been to dealer yet, but found a recall online for the exact same problem to do with a 2013 recall on F150 for molded lead frame.
- Filed Jun 2023 · Also filed under Electrical System, Engine
I have a Exhaust manifold leaking on the drive side lower back side. I'm scared it could catch my truck on fire if a backfire could happen while with my family with me
- Filed Aug 2022
Multifunction switch that operates turn signals, hi lo beams, wiper blades fails due to poor quality plastics. There are so many failures the part is not available nationwide. The part that fails is not the multifunction switch but the “steering console upper assembly” that receives and mounts the multifunction switch. This is a $400 pile of garbage that renders the vehicle dangerous to drive.
- Filed Dec 2020 · Also filed under Steering, Electrical System
THE DASH LIGHTS COME ON RANDOMLY WHEN THE TRUCK IS SITTING WITH NO KEY IN IT. THE RADIO STOPPED WORKING. THE HEAT ONLY WORKS ON LOW AND HIGH WILL NOT DO ANYTHING ON ANY OTHER SETTING. THE STEERING BECOMES TWITCHY WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD.
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- Tires10
- Filed Aug 2024 · Also filed under Structure
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal sound and became aware that the spare tire had almost struck another vehicle that was following behind. The vehicle was steered over to the side of the road and inspected. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle he observed that an unknown steel cable underneath the vehicle holding up the spare tire was corroded and had snapped. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
- Filed Apr 2022
237/75/17 tires. While at 60mph on highway, tire exploded in blowout.
- Filed Oct 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150 EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN P265 60/R18/109T (NA) TIRES. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE TREAD SEPARATED ON ALL FOUR TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE TIRES NEEDED TO REPLACED. THE TIRES WAS NOT REPLACED. THE TIRES WERE THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE DOT NUMBER, TIRE LINE, AND TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE NOT AVAILABLE.
- Filed Jun 2015
SECOND SET OF PIRELLI SCORPION ATR'S THAT I'VE HAD WITHIN 10,000 MILES LARGE STRESS CRACKS BEGIN TO FORM STARTING AT THE WHEEL AND MOVING OUTWARDS.
- Filed Apr 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150 EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR WRANGLER TIRES, SIZE: P275/65/R18 (NA). WHILE ROTATING THE TIRES, THE CONTACT NOTICED CRACKS BETWEEN THE TREAD. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES EXPERIENCED CRACKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE DEALER, WHO BOTH STATED THAT ALL THE TIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TIRES WERE NOT REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,500.
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- Latches/Locks/Linkages9
- Filed Jul 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side rear door unexpectedly opened. The contact stopped the vehicle and attempted to close the door; however, the door failed to close and became inoperable. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 258,000.
- Filed May 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the passenger's side rear door failed to lock as needed. The contact stated that the locking mechanism was inoperable. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000. The VIN was not available.
- Filed Mar 2025 · Also filed under Power Train
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. While the contact’s wife was driving approximately 60 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, causing the vehicle to abruptly slow down. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission lead frame was faulty and needed to be replaced. The lead frame was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the rear driver’s side door failed to open from inside or outside the vehicle. The message "Door Ajar" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the internal door wire, and the vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 66,000.
- Filed Jul 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 50 MPH, the driver's side door opened unexpectedly. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The mechanic referred the contact to the dealer for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 153,000.
- Filed Jun 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side door failed to unlock and open as needed. The contact attempted to manually unlock the door with the electronic unlock button however, the door failed to open. In addition, the contact attempted to use the key fob to unlock the door, but the door failed to open. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
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- Seat Belts72 involved a crash
- Filed Aug 2024 · Also filed under Power Train
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the speedometer dropped to zero and the instrument cluster became inoperable. The power train warning light and the seat belt warning light were illuminated. The contact turned off the vehicle, and opened and closed the driver's side door. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, the instrument cluster became operable. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle jerked, and the transmission downshifted from 6th to 2nd gear unexpectedly. The contact stated while coasting to the side of the road, the transmission shifted to the proper gear and the contact was able to continue driving. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under Ford Campaign Number: 16S19; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 19V433000 (Power Train) and 19V075000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,290.
- Filed Sep 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while unfastening the seat belt, the locking mechanism detached from the seat. The nut and wires had detached. The seat belt warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that there were no open recalls on the VIN. The mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the latch and wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 103,991.
- Filed Mar 2020 · Also filed under Power Train
MY TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED FROM 5TH GEAR TO 1ST GEAR IN NOV 2018. THE TRANSMISSION THEN WOULD NO LONGER SHIFT DUE TO THE DAMAGE IT CAUSED. I HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT BY FORD. SOON AFTER THE REPAIRS FORD RELEASED A SAFETY RECALL FOR THE EXACT PROBLEM. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN AND THEY PERFORMED THE RECALL SERVICE. I ASKED ABOUT REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE PRIOR REPAIRS AND WAS TOLD YES IT WOULD BE COVERED BECAUSE IT WAS CAUSED BY THE RECALL. THE TRUCK CONTINUED TO RANDOMLY SHIFT TO NEUTRAL OR SKIP GEARS. I TOOK IT BACK IN. THEY SAID IT WAS CAUSED BY THE REAR MAIN SEAL, THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH SHIFTING. THE TRANSMISSION HAS NEVER LEAKED. THE ISSUES CONTINUED ON UNTIL ON FEBRUARY 27TH THE TRANSMISSION DROPPED TO 1ST GEAR ON THE HIGHWAY (65 MPH) NEARLY CAUSING A MAJOR ACCIDENT AND THROWING ME AGAINST THE STEERING WHEEL. I JUST CONTACTED FORD RECALL DEPARTMENT AND INQUIRED ABOUT FULL REIMBURSEMENT AND TO NOTIFY THEM THAT THIS HAPPENED AGAIN. THEY SAID THEY WOULD NOT REIMBURSE ME ANY $ AND IGNORED MY COMPLAINT ABOUT THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTING LIKE THAT AGAIN. I AM NOW SITTING WITH A SORE BACK, $4,000 REPAIR COST AND A TRUCK THAT MAY PUT MY LIFE AND ANY PASSENGERS LIFE IN DANGER WHILE IN THE VEHICLE.
- Filed Apr 2018
THE SEATBELTS IN THIS VEHICLE HAVE CONSTANTLY GONE BAD THEY HAVE BEEN CLEANED OUT AND REPLACED AND THEY'RE CONTINUING TO GO BAD THEY DON'T MAKE FULL CONTACT THEY DON'T CLICK ALL THE WAY AND IT'S $200 TO REPLACE EACH SEAT BELT EVERY TIME THEY GO BAD AND FOUR OUT OF THE FIVE HAVE GONE BAD ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION ALEX PLEASE STOP
- Filed Dec 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 FORD F-150. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT RAN A RED LIGHT. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES AND THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT DID NOT REMAIN FASTENED. THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND BACK THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A SALVAGE YARD AND DEEMED DESTROYED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.
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- Back Over Prevention4
- Filed May 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the back over prevention camera screen displayed a blue screen, and there was no visible image displayed. The contact stated that the failure had created a visibility hazard. The contact stated that occasionally, after shifting to the reverse, the back-over prevention camera failed to activate. The cause of the failure was not yet been determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 118,000.
- Filed Nov 2024 · Also filed under Power Train, Engine
Since I purchased the vehicle I have found numerous it’s that are claimed as recommended fixes as the dealer has told me. And now that I keep seeing the rear camera show up for recalls is what made me mad enough to write this. My vehicle has the rear camera that will go off and either not show anything as if I was not in reverse which I am at the time, or it just shows a blue screen. And I have seen other people complain about this on YouTube for my model/year. Also the transmission lead frame which they did end up actually saying when it went that there was a recall for this, BUT if a certain code supposedly didn’t show up on the code reader it was not covered under the warranty. Which of course mine did not have the correct code so I had to pay out of pocket. But coincidentally when I picked it up they said they gave me a discount which everyone knows when a dealer states something they are charging there is no change in the price, but that went from $1150 to $850 I believe. Also the timing chain is known to jump and cause engine failure. Next this stuff may not have to do with safety so I’m sure you will also deny responsibility for is the rear main seal is known to leak. The turbo leaks behind the passenger side front tire. And the driverside back split power heated window is known to shatter. Can anyone tell me how all these can be on the internet as problems and “recommended fixes” then now the new ones get recalls for the same issues and mine is not covered and the new ones are. Yes you can look them all up and see them for yourself. When I found the back window one I was looking to find out how to replace it myself when the first video that showed up was a guy saying he did the same thing looking for how to fix it, and seen videos of people saying that it is a recommended fix for ford. The only receipts I may have, I will look is for the transmission lead frame and the one for the back window. I will look for them. The other problems still
- Filed Jan 2022
The back up camera show blue or black while trying to backup.
- Filed Sep 2021
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was shifted into reverse the rear-view camera failed to operate correctly and displayed a blue screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the back over prevention camera was faulty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000
- Forward Collision Avoidance41 involved a crash
- Filed Mar 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 30-35 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly applied the brakes on two occasions. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V614000 (Forward Collision Avoidance). The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.
- Filed Apr 2023 · Also filed under Power Train
what is a reasonabe time for dealers to get parts to repair a recall. They keep saying parts on back order. Other parts are available to repair but company will not approve due to cost.
- Filed Apr 2023 · Also filed under Service Brakes
Brakes began to pulse when pressure applied to pedal. Complete loss of brake crashed in parking lot wall. Was knocked unconscious. The brake system has been professionally serviced. Cant find any reason for loss of brakes. This vehicle has been parked since incident. Because it will keep
- Filed Mar 2022
I was driving with my cruise control set at 58 MPH at 5:45 AM this morning when I heard a loud "thunk", my vehicle decelerated rapidly, the speedometer dropped to zero then the engine revved up rapidly. I applied the brakes and the hazard signal to try to avoid an accident. This is not the first time such an event has occurred. Ford has CSA19S07 active on my vehicle but the local Ford dealership has told me my vehicle is not covered by this CSA. I have reported these incidents to Ford Motor Company with no resolution. My 2-13 F-150 has approximately 105,000 miles. I bought it new and have maintained it at Ford dealerships. Childre Ford in Sandersville, GA recently performed the 100,000 mile service.
- Seats4
- Filed Mar 2023 · Also filed under Electrical System, Engine
*cam shaft rattle on cold start up- started around 140,000 miles- safety issue *vacuum pump leaking causing other unknown problems, when running the heater and a/c, blows strong cloud of exhausted in the passengers face- safety and health issue *driver seat will not move- checked all power and seat motor- no issues found. dealerships unable to figure out issue. first the problem was intermittent now no movement - safety issue * A/c will not blow cold air, everything else works correct, full charge, fuse ETC. unable to find the issue. *PCM intermittent issues. safety issue *BCM- unknow if this is causing the problem Most of these issues are not throwing check engine light, they only say to check voltage. I have contacted several dealerships who agree that this is a on going issue with this make, model and several years. ford found the issue and corrected on newer model but refuses to help with the ones on the road.
- Filed Mar 2021 · Also filed under Vehicle Speed Control, Unknown or Other
MY RPM KNEEDLE POP OFF. MY SEATS ARE TEARLING
- Filed Jan 2020 · Also filed under Power Train, Engine
1. ENGINE DOESN'T RUN SMOOTH AT HIGHWAY SPEED.. 2. POWERTRAIN, TRANSMISSION - RECEIVED A RECALL 19V-075 FOR SOFTWARE UPDATE NOTICE 6/25/2019. TOOK THE F150 TO GATEWAY FORD DEALERSHIP FOR THE UPDATE. THE NEXT TIME TRIED TO ACCELERATE (8/16/19) THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER ERADICABLE THE DASH ICONS FLASHED AND THE PICKUP STALLED AS TO BE IN LOW GEAR, I SHUT OFF THE IGNITION AFTER PULLING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, RESTARTED IT AFTER A BIT AND CONTINUED ON MY WAY. THIS HAS HAPPENED AGAIN, NOT SURE OF DATES. AS I WAS TRAVELING OUT OF SOUTH DAKOTA I CONTACTED GATEWAY, THEY SAID TO TAKE THE PICKUP TO ANOTHER FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY WOULD FIX IT. TOOK IT TO AUTO NATION FORD IN CORPUS CHRISTI, TX. THEY WOULDN'T FIX IT . THEY SAID THE UPDATE WAD ALREADY DONE. THE PICKUP DROVE AND WORKED GOOD PRIOR TO THE RECALL UPDATE AND NOW IT WILL SHIFT RADICALLY AND DASH ICON FLASHING WHEN ACCELERATING RAPIDLY. IN ADDITION THE DRIVERS SEAT IS WEARING OUT. IT SHOULD REAR BETTER THAN THAT. THE PICKUP ONLY HAS 90,178 MILES ON IT AND SHOULD LAST ME LONGER THAN THAT. ONE MORE ISSUE. THE POSITIVE BATTERY POST CONTINUALLY CORRODES. I'VE CLEANED IT MANY TIMES AND STILL CORRODES. PLEASE HAVE SOMEONE ADDRESS THESE ISSUES ON MY F150. I THINK THERE SHOULD BE NO COST TO ME PER YOUR ADVERTISING ON TV. THANK YOU [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
- Filed Feb 2019
THE DRIVERS SEAT HAS A LOT OF POPPING AND MOVING WHEN SLOWING DOWN OR ACCELERATING. TRUCK ONLY HAD 20,040 MILES ON IT WHEN I BOUGHT IT. IT HAS BEEN A ISSUE FROM THE DAY IT WAS PURCHASED. FEELS LIKE THE SEAT MAY JUST COMPLETELY BREAK AT ANY MOMENT.
- Air3
- Filed Jun 2024 · Also filed under Service Brakes, Power Train
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH with the cruise control activated, the transmission suddenly downshifted from 6th to 1st gear. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over into the Emergency Lane, turned off the vehicle, and had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. The independent mechanic diagnosed that the final drive assembly, including, the spider gears and rear axles were blown due to the ABS system being damaged due to the transmission slightly detaching when the downshift occurred. The final drive assembly was replaced; however, the transmission only shifted from 1st to 2nd gear before downshifting back to 1st gear while making a loud grinding sound. The mechanic diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 157,000.
- Filed Nov 2020 · Also filed under Service Brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND VIBRATED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKE ROTOR WAS CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE ROTOR WAS REPLACED AND THE FAILURE WAS REMEDIED. THE LOCAL DEALER FRITTS FORD LOCATED AT [address removed] AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 84,000.
- Filed Jan 2020 · Also filed under Service Brakes, Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000.
- Traction Control System2
- Filed Oct 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WITH THE ACTIVE TRACTION CONTROL DISABLED AND WHILE DRIVING AROUND A CORNER AT APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MPH IN INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE REAR WHEELS LOST TRACTION. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SLIDE AND THE TRACTION CONTROL INDEPENDENTLY ACTIVATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ALMOST TO THE POINT OF LEAVING THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ACTIVE TRACTION CONTROL SLOWED DOWN THE REAR WHEELS, WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE UNCONTROLLABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WOODHOUSE FORD (address removed) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE OPERATED AS INTENDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000.
- Filed May 2016 · Also filed under Steering
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD F-150. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE AND THE POWER STEERING WOULD SUDDENLY MALFUNCTION. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE POWER STEERING FAILURES OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS AND EVENTUALLY WENT OUT COMPLETELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRONIC POWER ASSIST ASSEMBLY MALFUNCTIONED. THE ELECTRONIC POWER ASSIST ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED AND THE FAILURE WAS REMEDIED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000.
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility2
- Filed Jan 2015 · Also filed under Electrical System, Engine
VEHICLE WOULD REPEAT LAW BATTERY MESSAGE. TOOK TO DEALER BATTERY TESTS GOOD. VEHICLE WOULD SOMETIMES DIE OVERNIGHT WITH A NO START CONDITION IN MOURNING. 6 DEALER VISITS AND ONE NEW BATTERY, "NO PROBLEM FOUND" FROM DEALER. THIS VEHICLE COULD STRAND YOU AT ANY TIME. I HAVE A OPEN CASE FROM FORD BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES. *TR
- Filed May 2014 · Also filed under Suspension, Engine
2013 FORD F150 ECOBOOST SUPERCREW (157" WB) WHEN LOADED EXHIBITS PULSE/BUCKING/SHAKING WHEN TAKING OFF FROM A STOP. NOTICEABLY WORSE AS MORE LOAD IS APPLIED. VEHICLE IS RATE WITH PAYLOAD OF 1500 LBS AND IT ONLY TAKES 200-300 LBS IN THE BED TO FEEL IT AND WHEN YOU HAVE 700-800 LBS IT LITERALLY BUCKS. HAD AT DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES AND BEEN IN CONTACT WITH FORD TECH LINE WHO ALL SAY THAT NO DAMAGE OR SAFETY ISSUE EXISTS AND TO LIVE WITH IT. I PAID $42K FOR THIS VEHICLE AND NOW I CAN'T EVEN PUT ANYTHING INTO THE BED TO TO UNSAFE STARTS THAT ARE GOING TO LEAVE ME STRANDED. TO MAKE MATTERS WORSE THE COMPUTER TRIES TO COMPENSATE FOR THE VIBRATIONS AND STARTS TO LOWER POWER CAUSING IT TO NOT GO WHICH IS DANGEROUS IN LEFT HAND TURN SITUATIONS. THE TECH [name removed] WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO AS FORD STATES THESE ARE KNOWN ISSUES. *JS
- Lane Departure1
- Filed Apr 2021
THE BACKUP CAMERA DISPLAYS INCORRECTLY FOR EXAMPLE, IF A WALL OR A OBJECT IS ON MY LEFT SIDE WHEN I LOOK AT CAMERA DISPLAY ON THE MONITOR THE WALL OR OBJECT APPEARS IN THE MONITOR ON THE RIGHT SIDE. IT'S LIKE THE CAMERA IS IN REVERSE
- Equipment1
- Filed Nov 2017 · Also filed under Electrical System, Engine And Engine Cooling
2013 FORD F-150. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE WATER PUMP. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE WATER PUMP FAILED AT 60,000 MILES. THE BATTERY BECAME LOW AT 65,000. THE GUAGES WERE ILLUMINATED EVEN THE VEHICLE WAS OFF. AFTER SOME RESEARCH, THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED THE FAILURE WAS WITH THE SWITCH IN THE SHIFTER. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. UPDATED 11/15/2017*JS
- Child Seat1
- Filed Oct 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A RECARO PERFORMANCE SPORT VIBE (NA) REARFACING INFANT SEAT, MODEL NUMBER: 386.01.VIBE. THE SEAT WAS MANUFACTURED ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2014. THE SAFETY SEAT WAS BEING UTILIZED IN A 2013 FORD F-150 LIMITED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LATCH THAT ADJUSTED WITH THE HEIGHT OF THE CHILD COULD BE EASILY MANIPULATED BY A CHILD. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION WHEN THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER IMMEDIATELY TO READJUST THE HARNESS. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE CHILD WAS ABLE TO REACH THE LATCH, WHICH WAS OFTEN CHANGED DUE TO THE CHILD USING HIS BODY WEIGHT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE PURCHASE DATE WAS UNKNOWN.
Safety ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings from government crash tests. Ratings differ by cab style and 2WD/4WD, so check the row that matches the truck. Source: nhtsa.gov/ratings.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Cab 4x2 | 4/5 stars | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
| Regular Cab 4x4 | 4/5 stars | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 3/5 stars |
| Super Crew 4x2 | 4/5 stars | 3/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
| Super Crew 4x4 | 4/5 stars | 3/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 3/5 stars |
| Supercab 4x2 | 4/5 stars | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
| Supercab 4x4 | 4/5 stars | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 3/5 stars |