Ford F-150 Complaints (2013)

2,994 consumer complaints on file.

#11638558January 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Ford recalled 107,850 2013 Ford F-150 trucks with 5.0-liter or 6.2-liter engines due to a transmission issue. The recall was issued on June 10, 2019, with the recall number 19V433000. The transmission could unexpectedly shift into first gear, regardless of the vehicle's speed This could cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash I took the truck to Ford to fix and they did not fix the issue after saying they did and confirming there was an issue. This appeared 2 months ago and since then I have been getting the run around from ford.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11638562January 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
This is on my 2013 Ford F150 XLT 5.0 Engine with 6R80 Transmission: While driving on a highway or city streets, the vehicle will drop down gears, a wrench light on dash will display, the airbag light will illuminate, the speedometer will quit working and the engine will be gone. Also on the third time this happened, the check engine light will come on with Code P0720, Output Shaft Speed Sensor Circuit fault. Ford has known about this problem and has issued TSB's. It is related to a faulty Transmission Molded Lead Frame. This is a safety issue and Ford needs to replace this without limits on time or mileage. See TSB 16-0008
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11638416January 24, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. Additionally, the speedometer failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure and the contact provided the cost for a diagnostic test. In addition, the contact stated that three days prior to the failure the dealer performed an undisclosed recall repair and the PCM was reprogrammed. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred two miles after leaving the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 92,295.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11637921January 23, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the powertrain control module had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer confirmed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000 (Power Train). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,309.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11638053January 23, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2013 Ford 150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the contact stated that the air bags and the check engine warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The contact turned the vehicle off and allowed the vehicle to sit for several minutes. The vehicle was restarted, and the system reset independently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not assist. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11636600January 17, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Trying to take off from a parking spot the truck would not shift from first gear. The exact same thing has happened about four or five more time since the first always in the same manner. One time it shifted into third gear and stuck there. When this happens the dash cluster does not read anything. it just shows what gear it is in. No rpm, no speed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11636067January 15, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from 5th gear to 3rd gear. The contact stated that occasionally, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. In addition, the instrument cluster had displayed a black screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed molded lead frame control module. The contact was informed that the molded lead frame control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under recall or special programs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635639January 13, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated after an independent mechanic had performed the water pump replacement, the mechanic informed the contact that the vehicle was experiencing transmission failure. The mechanic referred the contact to the dealer for a diagnostic test. Additionally, the contact stated that upon driving the vehicle for an extended time, the engine warmed up, and the odometer turned blank. Additionally, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed of Technical Service Bulletin Number: 13-4-9. The contact was advised that the vehicle was not covered under the TSB because the vehicle was out of warranty. 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 95,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635193January 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving the transmission would randomly downshift into 1st gear causing the vehicle to abruptly reduce speeds. Also, the speedometer had intermittently malfunctioned and did not properly display. The cause of the failures was not yet determined. The manufacturer was contacted and informed that the vehicle was previously serviced under the NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000 (POWER TRAIN). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced that same failure listed in the recall. The local dealer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 110,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635140January 9, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Due to an unresolved issue that Ford motor company is aware of with the Transmission “Molded Lead Frame” the truck will drop down into 1st gear from highway speeds and causes a huge safety concern if there should be someone traveling behind me. The speedometer will stop working as well as the mileage will disappear off the screen/all other information will go blank. I will have to stop the truck, turn it off and back on again and it will drive normal. When I bring to dealer; they state ford should be covering this issue: when I contact ford I am offered no assistance or remedies. They referred me to bring this safety issue to your attention. It is very concerning and I cannot afford another car at the moment.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11634284January 6, 2025
ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH the wrench symbol illuminated and the vehicle lost motive power and went into LIMP Mode. The contact coasted to the side of the road and turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle returned to normal functionality. The failure occurred a total of three times; however, during the third failure, the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the output speed sensor module had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact of an undisclosed Customer Satisfaction Program however, the 10-year limitation had been exceeded. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer transferred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 147,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11634333January 6, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. No warning light was illuminated; however, the icons on the instrument panel became dark. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the lead frame wiring harness needed to be replaced. The contact researched and became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V433000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11633954January 3, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH in 6th gear, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to 1st gear and immediately decelerated. The contact was able to control the vehicle and parked on the side of the road to inspect the vehicle. The contact could not identify the cause for the failure. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drive the vehicle to the residence. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact of a Customer Satisfaction Program, NHTSA ID Number: 10201087 (Power Train), relating to the failure and spoke of a software update however, the vehicle was not covered under the CSP. The dealer referred the contact to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vehicle was not covered under the CSP. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 112,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11633628January 2, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted with the power train and check engine warning lights intermittently flashing on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the contact was provided an estimate for a diagnostic test. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000 (POWER TRAIN) and linked the failure to the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was no longer covered under an undisclosed Customer Satisfaction Program. The contact was referred to the dealer for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11632688December 27, 2024
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the instrument cluster became inoperable and the vehicle lost drive power while the RPMs were significantly high. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to exceed an unidentified low speed. The power train warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he pulled to the side of the road on some occasions. The contact stated that the failure had progressively worsened, and the vehicle no longer responded as needed upon turning off and restarting the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormal clunking sound while shifting into gears. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000(Power Train); however, the VIN was not included. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11632047December 22, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Truck would not shift out of first gear after coming to a stop and then accelerating. I had to pull over, shut truck off and restart truck. This has occurred 3 times in 2 days. Noticed wrench light came on indicating a problem. Hooked to code reader and got codes po722 (output shaft speed sensor circuit no signal) and code b00a0 (occupant classification system). After doing some research I found that Ford has had some recalls and service problems with this same issue. I was never notified by Ford of any recalls or service issues with this vehicle. I only found out after doing research on what the codes meant and how to try and fix the issues. The engine could have blown up from running high rpm’s because it wouldn’t shift. After reading other people’s experiences with this same issue I am extremely concerned for the safety of myself and others that this issue could cause a serious accident. The first occurrence was 12/19/24 and then again 12/20/24. I plan to take the truck to a repair shop as soon as I can get an appointment. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11631209December 17, 2024
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while accelerating from a complete stop, the speedometer was inoperable, the RPM was significantly high, and the vehicle failed to shift into gear as designed. The power train and the check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop at a traffic light, the vehicle failed to shift out of first gear. The contact stated that upon pulling to the side of the road and restarting the vehicle several times, the vehicle responded as needed on several occasions; however, the vehicle remained stuck in first gear on other occasions. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000 (Power Train), which the contact related to the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 213,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11631221December 17, 2024
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V433000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken back to the residence. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11631072December 16, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Front passenger door and rear driver side door lock does not unlock from the outside when the truck is unlocked. Manually have to get inside the truck to unlock the doors. Eventually the front passenger door lock got stuck and the latch was not even working to keep the door closed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11631098December 16, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Driving along and then I get a quick illuminated wrench symbol which disappears. All the dash information disappears but the tach still worked but the speedometer stopped working but an illuminated airbag symbol came on and stayed light. The truck was sluggish and didn’t want to shift were it should have. This first time this happened on Oct 29, 2014 then again Dec 9, 2014. The mileage on my 2013 Ford F-150 truck with the 6R89 transmission and has 133, 657. I know this is related to the Molded Leadframe in the transmission because I was notified by Ford in May 2019 and they said it could be fixed for free as long as there were trouble codes (P-0720 and P-0722) if not they wouldn’t cover it. There was a warranty extension but for 10 yrs or 150,000 miles which ever comes first. I called Ford customer service on Dec 11, 2024. Long story short the guy said he was sorry I was having this issue but the extended warranty expired last year. I bought the truck new in Dec 2013. I said it’s still a safety issue so they should still cover it but he said no because of the time gram even though I was under the 150,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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