2013 Ford F-250 SD: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 21 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Dec 2020
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“I am experiencing what is called the ford death wobble. Hitting a rough spot, or a tar line will cause violent steering wobble.must slow down below 40 mph to stop the problem.”Owner report · Steering · Feb 2020
“Egr and egr cooler failed at 21,000 miles. Dealer fixed under warranty 3/22/16. Same parts have failed again at 46,000 miles and is out of warranty. Searching the web shows this is a common repeat failure for the 6.7 diesel and costs $2,000 for repair. Engine trouble code is p0401. The parts or design must be defective as they only last for about 20,000 miles.”Owner report · Engine · Jul 2019
“Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford f-250 sd. When the vehicle was started, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the heating assembly failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.”Owner report · Engine · Nov 2018
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford f-250 sd. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated from the initial purchase of the vehicle. The dealer (imperial ford, 8 uxbridge rd, mendon, ma 01756, 1-(888) 814-8373) who sold the vehicle stated that it was standard for the indicator to remain illuminated. The dealer provided no diagnosis to determine if there was a falure with the air bags. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available.”Owner report · Air Bags · Oct 2017
“Vehicle started vibrating hard- stopped at local tire store, new hankook tires have the steel belts coming apart on them”Owner report · Tires · Aug 2017
“Stalling while driving at normal speeds. After taking it to gullo dealership while in tx, the dealership charged us $2100 and "fixed" the problem after replacing the pcm and rcm modules. The next day, the truck stalled on the highway! Took it back to gullo dealership in conroe tx and after another week and help from ford service they still can't fix the problem.”Owner report · Engine · Dec 2016
“Ford voiding warrant repairs on cp4 fuel pump due to fuel contamination - we have seen NHTSA resolve the issue with cp4 fule pump for vw- we need to have NHTSA look at this for ford- they repair cost that ford is putting on the owners range from 10-18ku . There are many complaints on this issue with ford and NHTSA - dealers are instructing owners to also to file a claim with their auto insurance company under comprehensive coverage so they insurance company pays for their faulty design. Many truck owners are taking huge losses as well as insurance companies - we ask that the NHTSA get involved with and begin an investigation into this issue.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Sep 2016
“At less than 50k miles, the radiator developed a leak. Coolant will leak anywhere the truck is parked, causing an environmental concern. Ford is aware of the numerous complaints about this issue, but refuses to acknowledge the problem and enact a permanent solution. This will cost me over $1700 to repair, on a truck that is only 3 years old.”Owner report · Engine · Apr 2016
“Radiator leaking. Excessive exhaust cleaning (every 200 miles exactly). Turbo gauge pegs complaints 2 and 3 are repeated complaints and have not been figured out by ford.”Owner report · Engine · Mar 2016
“Radiator failure, high pressure coolant leak which is not discernible by common indicators. Radiator cracked and all coolant was lost while vehicle was being operated, when cooling system not under load there was no significant visible leak. This poses a risk of catastrophic engine failure, posing a significant danger to the public in that said vehicle could loose power while being operated under severe conditions. This make and model of vehicle is commonly used for commerce and public safety. Design of radiator is defective and prone to failure. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Feb 2015
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.
Remedy: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
Trouble codes owners mention
OBD-II codes that appear in NHTSA complaints about this car.
How other years compare
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Is the 2013 Ford F-250 SD reliable?
NHTSA has 21 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2013 Ford F-250 SD. The most complained-about area is engine.
Does the 2013 Ford F-250 SD have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning equipment. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.