2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit recalls and problems

The 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit has 2 safety recalls and 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit recalls

Recall 15V-812: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Dec 2, 2015 · 868 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: 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.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Fix: 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.

Recall 13V-227: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported May 31, 2013 · 390,783 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: 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.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Fix: 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.

2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Unknown or Other	6
Steering	4
Exterior Lighting	1
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1
Service Brakes	1
Electrical System	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 86,662 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 Police Interceptor Utilit complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · at 71,376 miles · reported Mar 15, 2019

Vehicle has just over 71,000 miles and has a check engine light on for a failed catalytic converter this is needing to be replaced. We have multiple vehicles in our fleet with the same concern, and around the same mileage, that have had converters replaced and are not covered under warranty.

Steering · at 115,000 miles · reported Jan 2, 2019

Vehicles electronically assisted steering unit failed. In the middle of driving, system failed and steering is very difficult to turn.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 85,704 miles · reported Sep 29, 2017

The contact owns a 2013 ford police interceptor utility. While driving at an unknown speed, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard and failed to stop the vehicle when depressed. Also, the brake warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the police department's certified mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front brake hydraulic hose failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 85,704.

Steering · at 44,099 miles · reported Jun 1, 2017

While backing the vehicle lost power steering. The vehicle was taken to mechanic. When the vehicle was powered down and then re-started the power steering began working again. No known cause as vehicle was checked.

Steering · at 56,980 miles · reported Feb 17, 2017

Steering gear locked up. We noticed it was making noise so we stopped driving it as a primary patrol car and drove it to the nearest ford dealership (Approximately 15 miles away) and the steering quit working in their driveway.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit: 15V-812 (fuel system, gasoline), 13V-227 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (6 reports), followed by steering (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 86,662 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.