MYRModel Year Report

2013 Ford F-350

▲ Better than typical
2013 Ford F-350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:08.272Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
76
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2013

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

39% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2013 76 2014: 91 complaints 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2013 76 2014: 91 complaints 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2013 76 2014: 91 complaints 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints

2013: 76 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19892
199131
199252
1993101
199496
1995134
1996130
1997155
199812
1999413
2000304
2001160
2002116
200390
2004159
2005114
2006145
200736
2008131
200928
20100
2011136
2012149
201376
201491
2015190
2016187
2017480
2018194
2019452
2020182
202188

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

39% · 30 reports
CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

I was driving approximately 56 miles per hour on a highway when I experienced a horrible wobble of the front end of the truck. I immediately stopped and took it to the nearest dealer who told me that they did not know what could have caused this.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-10-31

We had the death wobbles going 65 on cruise control everytime we hit a bump on the freeway. I lose control until I slow down to 35 mph.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-14

The Ford F350 Death Wobble due to - stablizers and track bar.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-19

Also filed under Suspension

Suspension

39% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing front.

CRASHINJURY

Engine

20% · 15 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Ford F-350. While driving at 40 MPH, the contact detected an abnormal odor of fuel. The contact grew uncomfortable due to the odor, which would not relent.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-18

While towing our fifth-wheel trailer with our Ford F350 drw truck, the diesel particulate filter (Dpf) caught fire. While towing our fifth-wheel, we turned from the highway onto a city street in mesa, az.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-09

While driving at 55MPH, received a "Low fuel pressure" Warning. Seconds later, a fire broke out in the engine compartment which could not be controlled. Result was a total loss of the truck and the fifth wheel trailer that was being towed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-07-15

Fuel/propulsion system

8% · 6 reports
FIRE
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Engine fire - while traveling at 55MPH and towing a fifth wheel trailer on the interstate, the vehicle indicated "Low fuel pressure" On the dash panel. A fire erupted in the engine compartment sending smoke into the passenger compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-09-02

Wheels

7% · 5 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2014-11-12Equipment14V498000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2015-01-13Recall queryClosed 2016-03-15 Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown

Buy-smart checklist

2013 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 30 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 30 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 15 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V498000 · Equipment
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2013 Ford F-350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Ford F-350 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford F-350?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Ford F-350 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.