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2013 Ford F-350 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component14
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Equipment | 12 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Power train | 1 |
Safety recalls14
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 10, 202020E090000 | SteeringIf the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20E090000
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| Mar 25, 201515V175000 | Power train: automatic transmission control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V175000
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| Aug 18, 201414V507000 | EquipmentThe 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V507000
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| Aug 13, 201414V498000 | EquipmentThe 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V498000
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| Aug 11, 201414V496000 | EquipmentThe 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V496000
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| Aug 8, 201414V494000 | EquipmentThe 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V494000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: F-350 Sd, F-350 Super Duty, F-350. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component86
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 32 | 37 |
| Suspension | 31 | 36 |
| Engine | 17 | 20 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 8 |
| Wheels | 5 | 6 |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 6 |
| Power train | 5 | 6 |
| Structure | 4 | 5 |
| Tires | 3 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 3 | 3 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names F-350, F-350 Super Crew.
Latest reports
- Steering
“Driving along at 70 mph and just crossed a bridge and met the asphalt when all of a sudden the steering wheel shook violently & almost caused a fatal accident. Tractor trailer & cars swung to avoid me.”
- Steering
“Was driving at 55mph and suddenly truck went into a terrible death wobble & almost caused a serious crash.”
- Steering
“Steering became erratic & uncontrolable while driving at 55mph. Steering wheel shook . It was a death wobble and almost caused a serious accident. This has happened four times in the last two months.”
Other Ford F-350 model years
- 201715 recalls573 complaints
- 20163 recalls209 complaints
- 20154 recalls208 complaints
- 20145 recalls98 complaints
- 201313 recalls86 complaints
- 201216 recalls183 complaints
- 201114 recalls186 complaints
- 201010 recalls52 complaints
- 20099 recalls47 complaints
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2013 Ford F-350 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Ford F-350 have?
NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Ford F-350. The most recent, 20E090000 (reported December 10, 2020), concerns steering. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2013 Ford F-350 recalls for?
The largest group is equipment, with 12 campaigns. Others: steering (1), power train (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Ford F-350?
Steering is the most-reported component, named in 32 complaints out of 86 filed with NHTSA (37%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 4 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Ford F-350?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
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