CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Ford E-150 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (7 reports).
2013 Ford E-150 recalls
Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open
Some wheelchair lifts installed in these Ford E-Series vans may have folding link arms with pivot holes that are too large.
Most common 2013 Ford E-150 problems
Problem areas named in the 19 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 7 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 110,000 MILES, KNOWN ISSUE THAT WAS COVERED UNDER FORD TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TSB 13-4-23, FOR MY OTHER FORD E150 2012 ECONOLINE VAN VIN# [XXX], THE SAME TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON BOTH VEHICLES ONE WAS COVERED THE 2013 IS NOT, BUT SAME FAILURE MODE. I WOULD LIKE FORD TO REPLACE THE KNOWN FAULTY TRANSMISSION. WOULD NOT HONOR THE TSB BECAUSE IT DID NOT EXTEND TO THE 2013 VEHICLE, INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
RECALL 19S07 THE 1ST TIME WAS DRIVING 72MPH DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND THE TRUCK DOWNSHIFTED CAUSING US TO BE JOLTED AND AN 18 WHEELER TO ALMOST REAR END US. RECEIVED THE RECALL LETTER FROM FORD (LITERALLY 2 WEEKS AFTER IT 1ST HAPPENED) FOR A SENSOR TO BE RESET BC OF TRUCK SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFTING WHILE IN MOTION. AFTER DEALERSHIP FINISHED TRUCK STILL WAS DOWNSHIFTING WHILE IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY OR STREET AT ANY SPEED. TOOK TRUCK BACK AND THEY RESET AGAIN. TRUCK STILL CONTINUES TO DOWNSHIFT WHILE IN MOTION. WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED AGAIN IN HIGHWAY. IT IS HARD TO STEER AND CONTROL WHEN IT HAPPENS ON THE HIGHWAY. HAVE TO PULL OVER AND RESTART ENGINE TO BE ABLE TO GO AGAIN. FORD IS SAYING WE HAVE TO PA
RECALL #19S07. WHEN I CALLED STONEHAM FORD ON MARCH 19 I WAS TOLD THAT THE NEXT AVAILABLE APPOINTMENT IS MAY 14, TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE.
TRANSMISSION SLIPPING. FORD DEALER SAYS WE NEED NEW TRANSMISSION. OCCURS WHEN CAR IS MOVING....SEEMS TI BE THIRD GEAR.
DRIVE TRAIN WENT OUT COMPLETE MOTOR HAD TO BE REPLACED
2013 Ford E-150 questions
Does the 2013 Ford E-150 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2013 Ford E-150: Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford E-150?
Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (7), Engine (6), Unknown Or Other (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Ford E-150 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.