2013 Ford F-250 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2013 Ford F-250 recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2013 Ford F-250.

Most common 2013 Ford F-250 problems

Problem areas named in the 95 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	48
Steering	37
Engine	9
Wheels	8
Unknown Or Other	8
Fuel/Propulsion System	7
Structure	5
Visibility	3
Exterior Lighting	3
Vehicle Speed Control	3

What owners report

2026-01-28, Fuel/Propulsion System
TRUCK HAS JUST TURNED 20,000 MILES. AFTER HAVING THE DEF SYSTEM SERVICED AT THE FORD DEALERSHIP TRUCK HAS TO GO THU THE PARTICULATE FILTER REGEN SOONER AND SOONER. NOW EVERY 75 MILES. WHICH CAUSES TRUCK TOO LOSE POWER AND PRODUCE EXCESIVE EXHAUST TEMPERATURES WHICH CAN POTENTULLY CAUSE A FIRE. FORD IS TELLING ME THE EXHAUST EMISSSION SYSTEM IS OUT OF WARANTY YET TRUCK JUST HAS 20,000 MILES. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE AND A DANGER TO MYSELF, MY FAMILY, AND ANYONE NEARBY

2026-01-02, Air Bags
Component/System: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – frontal airbags and crash sensors. Vehicle is in insurance/salvage custody and available for inspection upon request. On or about December 17, 2025, at approximately 0600, the reporting party was operating a 2013 Ford Super Duty F-250 Lariat Crew Cab 4WD (VIN [XXX] ) at an estimated speed of approximately 35 mph. Due to fog and wet roadway conditions, the vehicle left the roadway and struck a fixed object (tree). The collision resulted in severe front-end damage, and the vehicle was declared a total loss. Despite the severity of the impact, no airbags deployed. The vehicle has been inspected by law enforcement and insurance represe

2025-11-15, Engine
Terrible exhaust fumes in the truck cab when using the heat or ac probably due to the extremely common exhaust manifold issues with these trucks. It could kill me and my child

2025-11-14, Power Train
See attached document for complaint.

2025-10-31, Back Over Prevention
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera displayed a blank, distorted screen, or a triangle with the message "Camera Unavailable - Please Contact Dealer" displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the mechanic attempted to replace the camera with Ford-made parts; however, the repair failed to fix the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact attempted to notify the manufacturer but was unable to reach a live agent. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,

2013 Ford F-250 questions

Does the 2013 Ford F-250 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2013 Ford F-250 at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford F-250?

Based on 95 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (48), Steering (37), Engine (9).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Ford F-250 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.