2013 FORD F-150 recalls

NHTSA campaigns received 2010 to 2026-09-30 that list the 2013 model year.

The 2013 FORD F-150 is covered by 3 recall campaigns. Repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN to see which are still open.

Campaign	Received	Component
19V433000	2019-06-10	Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
19V075000	2019-02-11	Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
16V345000	2016-05-24	Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Fluid

Each recall: problem, risk and fix

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) (19V433000, 2019-06-10)

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with 5.0L or 6.2L gasoline engines, that previously had the powertrain control module (PCM) software reprogrammed under recall 19V-075. The software used to reprogram the PCM did not have the necessary updates to prevent the transmission from unexpectedly downshifting into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.

Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S19.

Ford Motor Company · 107,857 vehicles · NHTSA record

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) (19V075000, 2019-02-11)

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.

Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S07.

Ford Motor Company · 1,263,051 vehicles · NHTSA record

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Fluid (16V345000, 2016-05-24)

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured August 1, 2013, to August 31, 2014 equipped with 3.5L engines. The master cylinder rear cup seal may roll, resulting in brake fluid leakage from the primary reservoir into the brake booster.

Risk: Loss of brake fluid from the primary reservoir results in a complete loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and, if necessary, the brake booster, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S24.

Ford Motor Company · 225,012 vehicles · NHTSA record

A recall covers a make, model and year range; whether one specific vehicle is affected or already repaired is confirmed by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or by a dealer. Recall repairs are free. Source: NHTSA recall flat file (public domain), campaigns received since January 2010.

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