2013 Ford F-450 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-450 years
- Not enough data 7th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Ford F-450. That ranks 7th out of 18 F-450 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 17%), typically at around 7,804 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 6owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Ford F-450 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 17% | 7,804 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 17% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 17% | 7,804 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 17% | 117,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 17% | 179,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Ford F-450 recalls (1)
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Equipment
Problem: PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
Fix: PJ's has notified owners and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown (RQ14005) — opened Jan 13, 2015, closed Mar 15, 2016, led to recall 15V175000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving my truck down the highway it will violently shake until I brake below 40 MPH. This occurs when there is a change in surface on the roadway. An example is going over a bridge or rough pavement. It has happened several times in the past year, and most recently last weekend while my wife…
2013 f-450 regular pickup, fuel system failure, my vehicle are equipped with bosch-supplied cp4 high-pressure fuel injection pumps that were 'never compatible with american fuel standards. My pu has 49,000 miles i had purchase an extended warranty from ford they denied the coverage as well, saying…
I64 westbound sandstone mountain w va 8 mile 6% grade realized integrated trailer brakes failed and had 2 use manual brake option on brake control. Was never given any warning by truck that trailer brake controller had failed. I am experienced enough to know how to manually operate trailer brakes…
Ford f-450 2013 horton ambulance had the fuel tank fall from the frame on to the road on emergency 911 call. Frame has hugh crack with retaining straps. Had to tow to dealership. We have 9 of these extended cab horton ambulances with 7 having cracks in the frame in danger of falling off. 2 are…
Code p2201 setting and causing truck to go into limp mode and reduce power. Vehicle is used a a brushpumper for fire department. Has been in for repairs to dealer 12 times with no repair that has lasted. Code sets when in motion, de-rates power and has to limp back to shop. Cannot be used to fight…
Other Ford F-450 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 F-450 | 24 | 1 |
| 2019 F-450 | 20 | 4 |
| 2018 F-450 | 10 | 3 |
| 2017 F-450 | 21 | 4 |
| 2016 F-450 | 4 | 0 |
| 2015 F-450 | 6 | 2 |
| 2014 F-450 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 | 6 | 1 |
| 2012 F-450 | 14 | 4 |
| 2011 F-450 | 9 | 2 |
| 2010 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford F-450?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Ford F-450?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 Ford F-450 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-450 model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.