2013 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 28 owner complaints on record; most reports concern seat belts.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Dec 2015
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Right front brake line ruptured causing immediate loss of brake fluid and little to no brake operation. Vehicle was slowing from 25 mph to a stop slowly. As soon as the vehicle came to a complete stop there was a pop and the pedal went to the floor.”Owner report · Service Brakes · May 2018
“NHTSA recall number: 15v172 displays owner and dealer notices for a different recall on this website. Please fix this now.”Owner report · Suspension · Oct 2016
“Where the front bumper reinforcement bolts to the frame has cracked at the for outward points. Only two small welds are holding the bumper in place. Car was never involved in an accident.”Owner report · Structure · Feb 2016
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“Where the front bumper reinforcement bolts to both frame rails, cracks have developed around the bolt holes. One spot is totally detached. Only two small welds holding front bumper reinforcement in place. Vehicle was never involved in an accident.”Owner report · Structure · Feb 2016
“This is the second time this has happened' was driving at highway speed on the interstate when wrench warning lamp and check engine lamp illuminated. Vehicle lost all power, went into limp mode, and had to be pulled off to the side of the road. Vehicle could not be driven. Vehicle would not go over 1 mph. Vehicle was taken to local ford dealership who replaced the throttle body under esp warranty.”Owner report · Engine · Oct 2015
“Vehicle is equipped with the ready for the road package. The whelen ion lights in the rear window kept blowing the fuse. Ford investigated and found a wire on the passenger light to be worn through and touching the bare metal. Insulation around the wire was melted from the heat. Ford replaced though factory warranty.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jan 2015
“This is the second time for this same issue on this same vehicle. Vehicle was equipped from the factory with the ready for the road package. The front combination wig-wag led/parking lamp led/turn signal led (made by whelen) began to flash erratically. Most of the time, the turn signal would not function at all. When the turn signal was not working, the flash rate of the turn signal did not change to make the driver aware that the front lamp was not functioning. Both driver side and passenger side were defective and replaced. Local ford dealer replaced both under warranty. Once warranty is out, this part will cost $486 each. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Sep 2014
“Steering wheel suddenly came loose. When holding the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock position the steering wheel could be rocked forwards and backwards more than 1/2". The same was true in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. The pivot point of this rocking action was the base of the steering wheel, not in the column. Actual steering control, turning left and right, remained solid. Car was taken to local ford dealer that said the steering wheel bolt came loose and the repair was to tighten the bolt. Dealer charged 1.5 hours labor. *tr”Owner report · Steering · Sep 2014
“Was driving at highway speed on the interstate when wrench warning lamp and check engine lamp illuminated. Vehicle lost all power, went into limp mode, and had to be pulled off to the side of the road. Vehicle could not be driven. Vehicle would not go over 1 mph. Vehicle was taken to local ford dealership who replaced the throttle body under warranty. *tr”Owner report · Engine · Aug 2014
“Was driving the vehicle, check brake system light came on dashboard, then the brakes went out and would not help slow vehicle. Then smoke began to flow from under the hood of vehicle. Was able to slow vehicle with emergency brake and came to a stop. Opened the hood and saw entire top half of engine near firewall on fire. *tr”Owner report · Engine · Apr 2014
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKS, MKT, and MKZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S04.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S04-S1.
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Is the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan reliable?
NHTSA has 28 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan. The most complained-about area is seat belts.
Does the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline. 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.