Ford F-150 Complaints (2013)

2,994 consumer complaints on file.

#11661762May 19, 2025
POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The faulty output shaft speed sensor (OSS) causes a signal loss between the sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM), leading to a sudden downshift into first gear, regardless of the vehicle's speed. This sudden downshift can cause the rear tires to slide, potentially leading to a loss of control and an increased risk of a crasH. There is already a recall for the 2014 Models and my 2013 is having the exact same issue. This has been an ongoing problem since I bought the truck in December 2024
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661809May 19, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661845May 19, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked and briefly lost motive power before slamming into gear. The contact stated that the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The check engine warning light and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where it was diagnosed that the wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V433000 (Power Train); the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661406May 16, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Radio - Audio - No sound from speakers Cannot receive (hear, listen to) emergency broadcast, traffic notices or weather alerts UNKNOWN UNKNOWN
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661269May 15, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V433000 (Power Train). The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was taken to Sheets Affordable Transmission, where the transmission lead frame was replaced. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle experienced an unintended and abrupt transmission downshift temporarily, causing both the contact and her husband to come off the seats. The vehicle was taken to Sheets Affordable Transmission however, the failure could not be duplicated; however, the mechanic informed the contact that the failure could be related to Ford Campaign Number: 12C23. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660815May 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
While driving my 2013 f150 the driving the truck in drive it automatically starts to shift gears & the truck slams & come to a sudden stop. Thank god nobody was behind me. This truck had a recall in 2019 before I purchased the truck that hasn’t been done. I already emailed a complaint & haven’t heard nothing back. I need my transportation. Can someone please help me. Thank you,
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660880May 14, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The Ford F150 has suddenly downshifted at highway speed and gone into limp mode. A maintance light shows momentarlly. I am working with local Ford dealerships to have the issue addressed. They suggest that it may be addressed under a field campaign that has expired. The sudden downshift and limp mode is a safety issue in traffic. The problem happens then goes away.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660402May 12, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Traction Control Module failed -- (as diagnosed and confirmed by the dealer) I did a quick stop (someone cut in front of me), and felt the anti-locks 'kick in'. Later that day, the dashboard lit up with three warning lights and two messages stating that the anti-lock and brake systems needed to be serviced. I am not sure what risks are associated with this --- but... its the braking system. The repair cost estimate: Nearly $6,000.00
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660466May 12, 2025
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660041May 9, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The component that failed was the transmission and the power train control module. The vehicle and component is available for inspection. My self and passenger were at risk while pulling out onto the highway and the vehicle had a sudden transmission downshift. This disabled the vehicle in the highway while merging into oncoming traffic. The problem has been confirmed by the Ford Dealership and a repair estimate has been provided for the transmission and PCM (Powertrain control module) The vehicle component has been inspected by Ford the manufacturer. There were no warning symbols, lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to they failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11659853May 8, 2025
POWER TRAIN
2013 f 150 xlt aquipped with 6 speed transmission fail twice in 11 years same issue , transmission out of the blu in high speed desides from high gear it shifts to low gear causing the truck in a very rapid down shift causing bodily injury and getting hit on the back do a sudden stop , I was lucky twice , fist time the repair were covered by the warranty but the second time I had to lay out of my pocket , I plead with FORD to help me with the bill they turn me down. I hope it doesn’t happen again.( frightened experience thank GOD I didn’t have any passengers on both incidents .
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11659239May 6, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, prompting the contact to discontinue driving the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V433000 (Power Train); the VIN was included, but the vehicle was repaired in 2019. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11659248May 6, 2025
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 65 MPH, the message “Service Vehicle Soon” was displayed, and check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle immediately experienced a loss of automotive power, and the speedometer went to zero(0) and remained at zero(0). The contact pulled over onto the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that lead frame connector was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 166,712.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658884May 5, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact's husband owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at highway speeds, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted and the instrument panel went blank. The contact's husband restarted the vehicle and resumed normal operation; however, the failure returned the next day. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was acknowledged that the vehicle had experienced transmission failure; however, the vehicle was not covered under warranty or recall. The manufacturer was then notified of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 114,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658721May 3, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2013 Ford F150 speed control issues. When driving the vehicle will downshift hard. Thankfully I was not driving at higher speeds. The vehicle is available for inspection. The problem has been confirmed by a Ford dealership. I was told by the service manager that the truck was having the symptoms of the recall 19S07, but that the “recall has expired.” There were no warning lights prior to the problem. A wrench symbol appeared on my dash screen when the truck downshifted. I spoke with Ford customer support and they said there was no recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658356May 2, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658185May 1, 2025
POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Truck is down shifting to 1st gear while on freeway at high speed. Causing no control and back wheels to lock up. Almost died. Ford says it’s not covered under recal
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11657845April 30, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, POWER TRAIN
The faulty output shaft speed sensor (OSS) causes a signal loss between the sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM), leading to a sudden downshift into first gear, regardless of the vehicle's speed. This sudden downshift can cause the rear tires to slide, potentially leading to a loss of control and an increased risk of a crasH. There is already a recall for the 2014 Models and my 2013 is having the exact same issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11657514April 29, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My vehicle's transmission is suddenly downshifting and should be included in the recall
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11657338April 28, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
2013 F-150 subject to Customer Satisfaction Program 19N01, Transmission Molded Leadframe Extended Coverage. Speedometer went to zero, airbag light illuminated, truck downshifted on its own with a sudden lunging feeling, as if I got rear ended. Wrench icon illuminated. Truck would not shift properly. Mileage indication went blank. I was doing 55 mph on the highway with other vehicles around me. Caused me to have to make an abrupt stop and almost caused an accident. Definitely put my safety and others at risk. Problem happened 3 times during my 1 trip. Was able to correct by turning vehicle off then back on. Can be reproduced easily. Not confirmed by dealer or maintenance tech, or inspected by anyone because I am afraid to drive it. There were no warning signs or symptoms before problem occured.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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