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US recalls (3)
Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
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 and remedy
Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S19.
Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
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 and remedy
Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S07.
Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid
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 and remedy
Risk: Loss of brake fluid from the primary reservoir results in a complete loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S24.
Canadian recalls (3)
Show 3 Canadian recalls
Powertrain
2019-06-11 · campaign 2019-282
Issue:
This recall affects trucks equipped with a 5.0 L or 6.2 L engine that were previously fixed under recall 2019-065 (Ford Recall 19S07). That recall did not fix the problem that may cause the transmission to suddenly downshift to first gear. If this happens, the rear wheels could slow suddenly and potentially create a loss of stability.
Safety Risk:
A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to reprogram the Powertrain Control Module.
Powertrain
2019-02-12 · campaign 2019-065
Issue:
On some trucks, a sensor problem may cause the transmission to suddenly downshift to first gear. This could cause the rear wheels to suddenly slow and potentially create a loss of stability.
Safety Risk:
A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the Powertrain Control Module reprogrammed.
Brakes
2016-05-24 · campaign 2016-252
On certain vehicles, brake fluid from the master cylinder may leak into the brake booster. Depending on the volume of fluid that leaks, the driver could experience visual and audible warnings due to the low fluid level in the master cylinder. If the vehicle is operated in this condition, the driver may experience increased brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort, and extended stopping distances, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the master cylinder. The brake booster will also be replaced if there is evidence that brake fluid has leaked into the booster.
Owner complaints (2,992)
Owners filed 2,992 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Ford F150 (78 crashes, 35 fires, 64 injuries, 4 deaths reported). Among 54 model years of this model, it ranks #1 for the most complaints (median 470).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Power train | 1,344 | |
| Engine | 548 | |
| Electrical system | 324 | |
| Service brakes | 321 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 304 | |
| Unknown or other | 226 | |
| Steering | 216 | |
| Visibility/wiper | 146 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2013 Ford F150.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2013 Ford F-150 Regular Cab PU/RC 4x2 | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2013 Ford F-150 Regular Cab PU/RC 4x4 | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ |
| 2013 Ford F-150 Supercab PU/EC 4x2 | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2013 Ford F-150 Supercab PU/EC 4x4 | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ |
| 2013 Ford F-150 Super Crew PU/CC 4x4 | 4★ | 3★ | 5★ | 3★ |
| 2013 Ford F-150 Super Crew PU/CC 4x2 | 4★ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2013 Ford F150 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| F150 Pickup 2WD 3.5 L Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| F150 Pickup 2WD 3.5 L Automatic (S6) | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| F150 Pickup 2WD 6.2 L Automatic (S6) | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV 3.7 L Automatic 6-spd | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV 3.7 L Automatic (S6) | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV 5.0 L Automatic 6-spd | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV 5.0 L Automatic (S6) | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| F150 Pickup 4WD 3.5 L Automatic 6-spd | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| F150 Pickup 4WD 3.5 L Automatic (S6) | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| F150 Pickup 4WD 6.2 L Automatic (S6) | 12 | 16 | 13 | $5,150 |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV 3.7 L Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV 3.7 L Automatic (S6) | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
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