2013 FORD F-150 Complaints

*transmission downshifted while traveling 15 mph *Unsafe condition traveling on roadway *Temporary loss of control *WRENCH appeared, shifted hard into first gear

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was a rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the wrench icon was displayed on the instrument panel before the vehicle stalled. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact stated that undisclosed diagnostic trouble codes from the vehicle indicated an engine failure. The contact stated that the engine was previously replaced after a similar failure with similar diagnostic trouble codes. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 180,000.

*transmission DOWNSHIFTS while driving at normal traffic speeds *Sudden stops in traffic *WRENCH appeared on dash, lost all digital numbers, I e. Speed...as soon as downshift

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into a lower gear with the transmission and engine warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was able to pull over and restart the vehicle, and the vehicle resumed normal driving functionality. The local dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was previously repaired under Customer Satisfaction Program: 19N01; however, the VIN was no longer covered under the Customer Satisfaction Program. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 164,000.

Transmission - Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 19N01. Transmission needs lead frame replacement but did not start happening until after the expiration of the program.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while in reverse, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The brake and parking brake warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and inspected. The contact stated that there was no brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. The contact stated that brake fluid was added to the reservoir; however, two hours later the brake reservoir was empty again. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the transmission lead frame was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The failure had progressively worsened. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the vehicle was at the dealer for unrelated repairs, the contact was informed that the throttle body housing was failing. The contact was informed that the throttle body housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V659000 (Structure); however, the VIN was not associated with the recall. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline and report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 201,987.

F150 downshifted into first gear while driving down the highway at full speed. Speedometer stopped registering. Sudden and abrupt deceleration. Engine warning light on. Took the truck to the local Ford dealer, Malloy Ford Charlottesville, VA and Service department said the molded leadframe needed to be replaced per Customer Satifaction Program (CSP) 19N01, but Ford would not cover the cost. I believe that Ford needs to cover the cost. I never received a letter notification from Ford and had it in service at the same dealer in August 2022 and they did not notify me of the outstanding CSP and need to service per 19N01.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000 (POWER TRAIN). The contact stated that while driving 47 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The contact stated that the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact was nearly rear-ended by the vehicle behind. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated with the message “Service Vehicle Soon” displayed. The contact was able to continue driving; however, the transmission shifted roughly and unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the transmission leadframe was faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that DTC: P0720 and P0722 were retrieved. The dealer reprogrammed the powertrain control module and informed the contact that the Output Shaft Speed Sensor (OSS) needed to be replaced and was not covered under the recall. The contact referenced Customer Satisfaction Program: 24S37, as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 278,000.