NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 19 owner complaints for the 2013 Ford E-150. Most complaints involve power train (7) and engine (6). The EPA rates it 13–15 mpg combined.
MobilityWorks (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans modified by MobilityWorks to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply (Cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, Chevrolet Express, 2006-2008 Dodge Sprinter, and 2009-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2013 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to October 8, 2014, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation after January 1, 2006. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2007-2014 Ford E-150 and E-250 vehicles manufactured February 26, 2007, to August 19, 2014, and equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 110,000 MILES, KNOWN ISSUE THAT WAS COVERED UNDER FORD TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TSB 13-4-23, FOR MY OTHER FORD E150 2012 ECONOLINE VAN VIN# [XXX], THE SAME TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON BOTH VEHICLES ONE WAS COVERED THE 2013 IS NOT, BUT SAME FAILURE MODE. I WOULD LIKE FORD TO REPLACE THE KNOWN FAULTY TRANSMISSION. WOULD NOT HONOR THE TSB BECAUSE IT DID NOT EXTEND TO THE 2013 VEHICLE, *TR”
“WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 55 MPH CAR LOOSES POWER, GOES INTO LIMP HOME MODE, ORANGE WRENCH WARNING INDICATOR APPEARS ON DASH PANEL. VERY DANGEROUS IN HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS WHERE THERE IS ROOM OR TIME TO PULL TO SIDE OF ROAD. PULL OFF ROAD, TURNED OFF ENGINE, AND THEN RESTARTED AND RAN FINE. SEEMS TO HAPPEN UNEXPECTEDLY EVERY 3 TO 4 MONTHS. NO ENGINE MALFUNCTION CODES CAN BE FOUND ON ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.”
“RECALL 19S07 THE 1ST TIME WAS DRIVING 72MPH DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND THE TRUCK DOWNSHIFTED CAUSING US TO BE JOLTED AND AN 18 WHEELER TO ALMOST REAR END US. RECEIVED THE RECALL LETTER FROM FORD (LITERALLY 2 WEEKS AFTER IT 1ST HAPPENED) FOR A SENSOR TO BE RESET BC OF TRUCK SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFTING WHILE IN MOTION. AFTER DEALERSHIP FINISHED TRUCK STILL WAS DOWNSHIFTING WHILE IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY OR STREET AT ANY SPEED. TOOK TRUCK BACK AND THEY RESET AGAIN. TRUCK STILL CONTINUES TO DOWNSHIFT WHILE IN MOTION. WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED AGAIN IN HIGHWAY. IT IS HARD TO STEER AND CONTROL WHEN IT HAPPENS ON THE HIGHWAY. HAVE TO PULL OVER AND RESTART ENGINE TO BE ABLE TO GO AGAIN. FORD IS SAYING WE HAVE TO PAY FOR A DIAGNOSIS, BUT THE ONLY PROBLEM WITH THE TRUCK IS WHAT IT IS BEING RECALLED FOR. THEIR REMEDY OF REPROGRAMING THE SENSOR IS NOT WORKING AND DRIVING THE TRUCK IS DANGEROUS. WE NEED HELP PLEASE! THEY WON'T FIX THEIR FAULTY PROBLEM.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E150 Van FFV Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 4.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 15 | $4,300 | 609 |
| E150 Van FFV Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,600 | 642 |
| E150 Wagon FFV Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 4.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 16 | 14 | $4,600 | 630 |
| E150 Wagon FFV Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 13 | $4,950 | 666 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
5 safety recalls as of Oct 29, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (7), engine (6), electrical system (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2013 Ford E-150 at 13–15 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).