There are no safety recalls for the 2013 Ford F-250 SD, but owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA.
2013 Ford F-250 SD problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine | 7 | |
| Suspension | 5 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1
- Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 42,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2013 Ford F-250 SD complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Steering · at 259,000 miles · reported Mar 17, 2020
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.
Suspension · at 10,500 miles · reported Jul 20, 2019
My vehicle has 'experienced the 'f250 death wobble' on several occasions and it is a scary feeling when it happens. Th death wobble usually happens when you are traveling at highway speeds any you hit a rough patch or bump in the road. During the 'death wobble the truck bounces all over the road and the front suspension gets light and it is hard to maintain the vehicle in the proper lane . For these reasons, I refuse to allow my wife to drive this truck. Seeing how this is a common hot button issue on the f250 forum, I AM surprised that ford has not been forced to recall these vehicles and to…
Engine · at 46,000 miles · reported Jul 13, 2019
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.
Engine · at 140,000 miles · reported Nov 26, 2018
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.
Tires · at 90,000 miles · reported Aug 14, 2017
Vehicle started vibrating hard- stopped at local tire store, new hankook tires have the steel belts coming apart on them
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Ford F-250 SD have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2013 Ford F-250 SD as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Ford F-250 SD?
Owners report engine problems most often (7 reports), followed by suspension (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 42,000 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.