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2013 Ford Expedition: recalls and problems

No recalls and 92 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train.

0recalls
92complaints
3crashes reported
3fires reported
4injuries reported

Recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Ford Expedition. Individual cars can still have open manufacturer campaigns, so check your VIN.

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Most common problems

  • Power Train43 · 47%
  • Unknown Or Other11 · 12%
  • Engine10 · 11%
  • Electrical System10 · 11%
  • Vehicle Speed Control7 · 8%
  • Suspension5 · 5%
  • Service Brakes4 · 4%
  • Air Bags3 · 3%
  • Visibility2 · 2%
  • Wheels2 · 2%

What owners report

Power Train

The contact owns a 2013 ford expedition. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, causing the vehicle to shake and jerk abnormally. the speedometer was fluctuating, and the transmission warning light was illuminated. the contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. the vehicle was restarted and driven to the parents' residence. the dealer was made aware

Power Train

The contact owns a 2013 ford expedition. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle decelerated and unexpectedly downshifted to first gear before the vehicle veered over into the next lane. the contact was able to regain control of the vehicle and steer it back into the correct lane. a dealer was contacted. the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or r

Power Train

The contact owns a 2013 ford expedition. the contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, there was a sudden unattended downshift of the vehicle. the speedometer went to zero. the rpm increased without acceleration. no warning lights were illuminated. the local dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was unknown.

Power Train

Was never notified of the recall pertaining to my vehicle. upon research i contacted the dealership to have the recall fixed. first issue was they offere complimentary pickup and delivery which i scheduled and they did not show up, aswell as the call that was supposed to happen, and they tell me the recall is out of its extended warranty. i contacted ford service department and they said the same as its out of extend

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2013 Ford Expedition EXTENDED SUV 4x4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2013 Ford Expedition EXTENDED SUV 4x2★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
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2013 Ford Expedition SUV 4x4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Expedition. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.