2013 Ford Mustang problems
The Ford Mustang is a series of American automobiles manufactured by Ford. In continuous production since 1964, the Mustang is currently the longest-produced Ford car nameplate. Currently in its seventh generation, it is the fifth-best selling Ford car nameplate. The namesake of the "pony car" automobile segment, the Mustang was developed as a highly styled line of sporty coupes and convertibles derived from existing model lines, initially distinguished by "long hood, short deck" proportions.
Originally predicted to sell 100,000 vehicles yearly, the 1965 Mustang became the most successful vehicle launch since the 1927 Model A. Introduced on April 17, 1964 (16 days after the Plymouth Barracuda), over 400,000 units were sold in its first year; the one-millionth Mustang was sold within two years of its launch. In August 2018, Ford produced the 10-millionth Mustang; matching the first 1965 Mustang, the vehicle was a 2019 Wimbledon White convertible with a V8 engine.
The success of the Mustang launch led to multiple competitors from other American manufacturers, including the Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird (1967), AMC Javelin (1968), and Dodge Challenger (1970). It also competed with the Plymouth Barracuda, which was launched around the same time. The Mustang also had an effect on designs of coupes worldwide, leading to the marketing of the Toyota Celica and Ford Capri in the United States (the latter, by Lincoln-Mercury). The Mercury Cougar was launched in 1967 as a unique-bodied higher-trim alternative to the Mustang; during the 1970s, it included more features and was marketed as a personal luxury car.
From 1965 until 2004, the Mustang shared chassis commonality with other Ford model lines, staying rear-wheel-drive throughout its production. From 1965 to 1973, the Mustang was derived from the 1960 Ford Falcon compact. From 1974 until 1978, the Mustang (denoted Mustang II) was a longer-wheelbase version of the Ford Pinto. From 1979 until 2004, the Mustang shared its Fox platform chassis with 14 other Ford vehicles (becoming the final one to use the Fox architecture). Since 2005, Ford has produced two generations of the Mustang, each using a distinct platform unique to the model line.
Through its production, multiple nameplates have been associated with the Ford Mustang series, including GT, Mach 1, Boss 302/429, Cobra (separate from Shelby Cobra), and Bullitt, along with "5.0" fender badging (denoting 4.9 L OHV or 5.0 L DOHC V8 engines).
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Common 2013 Ford Mustang problems
Common Problems with the Ford Mustang 2013
The Ford Mustang 2013 is a popular car, but like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems. Based on complaints from owners of this car, we have compiled a list of the most commonly reported issues.
- Transmission Issues
One of the most common problems reported by owners of the 2013 Ford Mustang is related to the transmission. The MT-82 transmission has been reported to have issues, including difficulty shifting gears, gear slipping, and transmission failure.
- Seat Controls
Another common issue reported by owners of the 2013 Ford Mustang is related to the seat controls. The power seat motors and racks have been reported to fail, causing the power seat to stop working or move. This issue can be costly to repair, with some owners reporting repair costs of up to $2700.
- Body Hardware
The body hardware of the 2013 Ford Mustang has also been reported to have issues. The gears for the power tilt and height adjustments on the driver's seat have been reported to strip, causing the seat to stop working properly.
- Windows, Locks, and Latches
The windows, locks, and latches of the 2013 Ford Mustang have also been reported to have issues. The power window motors have been reported to fail, causing the windows to stop working properly.
- Engine Issues
The engine of the 2013 Ford Mustang has also been reported to have issues. The #8 piston has been reported to have issues, including the engine seizing at 5000 miles due to the engine burning oil. This issue has been reported to be a common problem, and it can be costly to repair.
In conclusion, the 2013 Ford Mustang has its share of common problems, including transmission issues, seat control problems, body hardware problems, window, lock, and latch issues, and engine problems. It is recommended to have an inspection done as soon as possible to avoid any potential problems, and to keep up with regular maintenance to ensure the longevity of the vehicle.
Is the 2013 Mustang reliable?
The 2013 Ford Mustang has a J.D. Power reliability rating of three out of five, which is average for the auto industry.
Was 2013 a good year for Ford Mustang?
Though this generation of Mustang is nearing the end of its lifecycle, the 2013 Ford Mustang remains the top muscle car and one of the best bang-for-the-buck deals.
Do Mustangs have transmission problems?
Which Mustangs are Having Transmission Problems? There has been both a recent and long history of transmission problems in Ford Mustangs. These transmission issues have been reported to affect 2011-2019 Ford Mustangs with MT82 or MT82-D4 manual transmissions. This is true for both GT and standard Mustang models.
How many miles can a 2013 Ford Mustang last?
On average, you can expect your Ford Mustang to last about 200,000 miles. With proper care, however, it can last even longer. For instance, one Mustang GT owner managed to squeeze 300,000 miles out of his ride with only a clutch repair during the entire life of the car.
Is the 2013 Mustang reliable?
The 2013 Ford Mustang has a J.D. Power reliability rating of three out of five, which is average for the auto industry.
Was 2013 a good year for Ford Mustang?
Though this generation of Mustang is nearing the end of its lifecycle, the 2013 Ford Mustang remains the top muscle car and one of the best bang-for-the-buck deals.
How many miles can a 2013 Ford Mustang last?
On average, you can expect your Ford Mustang to last about 200,000 miles. With proper care, however, it can last even longer. For instance, one Mustang GT owner managed to squeeze 300,000 miles out of his ride with only a clutch repair during the entire life of the car.
Do Mustangs have transmission problems?
Which Mustangs are Having Transmission Problems? There has been both a recent and long history of transmission problems in Ford Mustangs. These transmission issues have been reported to affect 2011-2019 Ford Mustangs with MT82 or MT82-D4 manual transmissions. This is true for both GT and standard Mustang models.
2013 Ford Mustang car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Mustang problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Ford Mustang vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2013 Ford Mustang
The NHTSA has received 263 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Ford Mustang. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2013 Ford Mustang vehicles.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-24
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AM9D5
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The failed Transmission Lead Frame is causing the car to shift to first gear unexpectedly which can lead to a crash
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-08
- VIN: 1ZVBP8CF8D5
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The coolant reservoir on my vehicle has been replaced now 4 times with the first time being under 5000 on vehicle. The vehicle now has 96000. The same issue happens each time with a crack in the reservoir.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-26
- VIN: 1ZVBP8CF0D5
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving on the interstate the steering control module stopped working resulting in total loss of no power steering assist. Vehicle only has 1,4711 miles. Second time this incident has occurred. Major hazardous malfunction of control module possible resulting in a accident. No warning was give on dashboard indicator. This vehicle is a hazard on roadways and putting other drivers and citizens at risk of serious bodily injury. Vehicle should not this problem with the current miles. Contacted Ford Motors Corp. refuse to acknowledge my safety concerns and refuse reimbursement for repairs. This will happen to other Ford and will result in possible injuries or deaths.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
- VIN: 1ZVBP8CF6D5
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: When starting the vehicle when cold, power steering assist fault appears on the gauge cluster. There is no power steering at this point. Once the vehicle is warmed up, and the engine is turned off and restarted, the problem goes away. The problem has been reproduced by an independent service center. The service center inspected the steering components and found no obvious visible fault with the components.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-04
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AMXD5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at high speeds, the vehicle downshifted unintendedly. The transmission warning light, the check engine warning light and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module (TCM) and the lead frame control module were defective. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-21
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1ZVBP8CF2D5
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Was going 25mph on a straight dry road, 2 traction control lights popped up and an alert saying Advancetrac is off, which is a feature you have to be in park with your foot on the brake and hold the traction control button for 8 seconds to turn off, when the light turned on the car downshift and turned sideways causing me to go into a barrier, steering wheel airbag and passenger airbag both only broke out of the trim and did not inflate fully.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-18
- VIN: 1ZVBP8EM8D5
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: My car shakes and after awhile of braking , it cuts off and when I get gas it doesn’t want to start.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-27
- VIN: 1ZVBP8EM6D5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The 2013 Mustang (with 67,071 miles) transmission (6R80) downshifted to 1st gear at highway speeds exactly like the F-150 recall and would also shift out of gear. It could have been catastrophic, but was able to keep control of the vehicle. Was able to get the car home and only drove it to the dealership after this incident. The dash showed the airbag light, no mileage and the wrench similar to the F 150 issue, which pictures are available. Teh vehicle would also sporadically act as if it was in neutral. The vehicle was taken to a Ford dealership and the transmission diagnosis showed codes P0722, P0731. The repair was extremely expensive and should be recalled similar to the F-150 faulty transmission. For reference: https://www.motorsafety.org/ford-recalls-more-than-one-million-f-150-trucks-for-transmission-issues/
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-01
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AM5D5
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Mustang. The contact stated there was an abnormal fuel odor outside the vehicle. The contact stated that the “Check Fuel Inlet” message was displayed, and the emissions warning light was illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 138,000.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-15
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AM4D5
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the transmission downshifted, and the RPM was elevated. The vehicle then shifted into LIMP Mode and drove erratically. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the fuel gauge was indicating that the fuel tank was empty however, but there was fuel in the tank. The contact stated that the speedometer showed the vehicle at 0 MPH while the RPM was elevated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no failure was found. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-15
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AMXD5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: I bought this car through carvana. They mentioned it had no issues, after 6 months of driving I noticed the car is literally flooded inside and the electrical does not work well at all. I spent alot of money trying to fix the electrical including the wipers and AC yet both keep getting destroyed. Sometimes my traction system will go off and on and it's just so annoying how the water damage is eating away at a car I'm stuck overpaying for. It is a nightmare
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-03
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AMXD5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 2013 Ford mustang stalls and completely shuts down losing all power. Recall was not issued for my vin [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-08
- VIN: 1ZVBP8CF0D5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Goes into neutral at times ,acceleration from a stop going thru a intersection and then into neutral almost have to stop in traffic to get it to go has done it 4-5 times not consistent other then that shifts normally but very inconsistent and dangerous car has 79k miles on it.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-03
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AMXD5
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: My 2013 Ford mustang 2dr coupe is stalling losing power and engine is completely shutting down while I'm driving on the highway which could cause a fatal crash. The engine light and oil light comes on after this happens but the oil light eventually goes off. This recall is on several vehicles but not mine. The dealership has a week of waiting to take my car in. So in the meantime I have to put myself at risk and continue to drive my car. Something needs to change as to notifying use car owners of recalls.
STEERING,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-27
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AM1D5
- Components: STEERING,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: My son was driving and noticed a stiffness in the steering along with an occasional intermittent “ clicking” felt while turning the wheel. While going around a sharp curve the power steering failed completely and locked the steering wheel hard left forcefully. He was able to get it off the road safely and I was following him in another vehicle so I drove it the rest of the way home with no power steering. Online I found that numerous other ford owners over all models 2010-2015 have experienced the same epas failure due to a design flaw. https://youtu.be/szHMXwcp9fo This you tube video is what lead me here. Not only is the video informative of the problem, but in the comments countless others have experienced the same nightmare experience. We have parked the car as the repair can cost $3000, but worse than that if replaced under warranty the new parts fail again within 6 months and are not covered by Ford.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-05
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AMXD5
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I have a 2013 Ford Mustang V6 coupe with Automatic transmission. I purchased the car Certified Pre Owned through Ken Grody Ford in Carlsbad, CA with Less then ~11,000 miles on it in 2/2014. I have been complaining of a jerk/ knock at ~ 1-1.6 RPM’s when idling & driving in stop and go traffic/ off ramps/ on ramps and parking lots - it appears to come from the transmission area. Fast forward to complaining over the years during service intervals ~ 2x a year for for the works service - oil/ lube/ etc , dealer did a Transmission Control Module computer reset & advised to monitor for symptoms in 11/2020. As covid was present, the car wasn’t driven much during. However the knock/ jerk between 1-1.6 RPM’s has always been present, even returning after the TCM reset. Dealership was notified, and neglected to return calls or follow up. Fast forward to 9/15/2022, after 3-4 wks of calling and leaving voicemails to no avail from the dealership service department manager/ dealership. I set up an appointment for 9/15/2022. On 9/5 & night of 9/14/22, the car instrument cluster lighted up with all notifications, and dashes for the total mileage on the car, orange wrench light - indicating Ford Limp mode, and low fuel popup (car was just fuels 1 hr prior to driving from Costco for grocery) I left and drove up a hill when this occurred as I was going 40-45 miles per hour the speedometer dropped to 0 MPH & the car barely drove beyond 5-15 MPH. I pulled over at the nearest local street from The hill parked the car and powered off the engine. I had a OBDII Tool that indicates: Global OBD FORD. P0720(1 / 1) Output Shaft Speed Sensor Circuit. Severity 2 of 3. I finally heard back from dealer after calling & escalating between 9/15-9/19, once I got ahold of the customer relations managers assistant she said the service manager/ customer relations manager would call back by today 9/20/22. The service mgr states I am out of WTTY & need to cover cost of repair myself. TSB for trans. is attac
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-06
- VIN: 1zvbp8cf6d5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Vehicle suddenly downshifted on it's own from highway speed and set several malfunction indicator lamps, nearly caused a highway speed collision. Checked codes afterwards and P1500 Vehicle Speed Sensor malfunction code was present, this is a known issue with this type and make of vehicle but this vehicle has somehow been omitted from a safety recall.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-17
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AM5D5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that twice while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle began to jerk as the vehicle independently downshifted without warning. After each failure, the contact was unable to accelerate above 35 MPH. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the battery and other engine parts were replaced; however, three days later, the failure recurred. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V190000 (Power Train, Exterior Lighting). The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer where she was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-01
- VIN: 1zvbp8am6d5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: This an update to November 13, 2021 NHTSA ID NUMBER: 11440318 The problem continued and I could not risk an accident so I brought it to my Ford dealer who was able to replicate the problem and diagnosed it as failed sensors in the "Molded Lead frame". The work was performed(copies attached) and there has been no recurrence of the problem. The same problem that was in the recall for 2011-2012 Mustangs! "Randomly while driving there is the engine revs up but car does not go any faster, no response from the throttle, no power. It slams down into lower gear, at one time the rear wheels screeched. My wife was driving this time, we were in traffic and was almost rear ended. She will no longer drive the car. Sometimes the wrench light would come on when it was slamming into a different gear then go away after shutting the engine off. I had someone check for codes but none were found... more..."
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-13
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AM6D5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Randomly while driving there is the engine revs up but car does not go any faster, no reponse from the throttle, no pwower. It slams down into lower gear, at one time the rear wheels screeched. My wife was driving this time, we were in traffic and was almost rear ended. She will no longer drive the car. Sometimes the wrench light would come on when it was slamming into a different gear then go away after shutting the engine off. I had someone check for codes but none were found. On 1 occasion I took a video on my phone while driving at asready throttle and the speedometer was all over the place, up at 40 down to 20 up then down to 0. I had the spark plugs, pcv, evap purge valve, throttle body replaced and it is not fixed. the car has 49K miles. We have owned this car since new. It happens more often now but I cannot replicate it on demand.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-15
- VIN: 1ZVBP8EM5D5
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: While driving my vehicle on the freeway at a speed of 60 miles an hour my vehicle seemed to downshift into first gear. This nearly caused me to crash. In addition, those driving behind me almost rear-ended me.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1ZVBP8EM2D5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: My 2013 Ford Mustang had some problems with down shifting, and my daughter took it several times to the dealer, they said it is probably the throttle body, so I replaced it, and thought that everything was fine. So on September last year my daughter was in an accident due to the car downshifting to first gear, the tires locked up and she swirled to some freeway wire retainers. Thankfully she was OK, So thinking that the throttle body went bad again I replaced it, and last week, I almost got rear ended because the same thing happened to me. The car shifted abruptly to first gear, locking the tires and rear swaying side to side.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-28
- VIN: 1ZVBP8EM5D5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the speedometer became inoperable. The instrument cluster warning indicator lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed that the lead frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-17
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1ZVBP8CF9D5
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD Mustang. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEELS LOCKED UP AND THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED AS THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. MOST RECENTLY, THE SPEEDOMETER DECREASED TO ZERO, THE VEHICLE DOWNSHIFTED AND LOST ELECTRICAL DATA SUCH AS THE MILEAGE AS THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW LOT BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-09
- VIN: 1ZVBP8AM7D5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY HESITATES TO ACCELERATE AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP.THIS FIRST OCCURED IN 2019 AND ONLY HAPPENED A HAND FULL OF TIMES UNTIL NOVEMBER 2020. IN RECENT INSTANCES IT HAS REPEATEDLY STALLED AT STOP LIGHTS AND IN TRAFFIC SITUATIONS WHERE I NEED TO SLOW TO A NEAR STOP, SUCH AS A YIELD OR SHARP TURN.THE RPMS JUMP HIGH AND ENGINE REVS BUT DOESN'T HARDLY MOVE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS, AFTER WHICH IT JERKS SUDDENLY FORWARD AND A YELLOW WRENCH LIGHT COMES ON IN THE DASHBOARD. IT HAS BECOME A DAILY OCCURENCE AND MECHANICS HAVE SUGGESTED IT TO BE RELATED TO A COMPUTING ERROR THAT THE FORD DEALERSHIP SHOULD ADDRESS.
2013 Ford Mustang recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 2013 Ford Mustang.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2009-2011 Mercury Milan, 2006 Ford GT, 2008-2012 Fusion, 2007-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX, and 2009-2010 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain air bag inflator and/or module replacement service parts that may have been used as part of a collision repair. The parts include certain driver-side air bag inflators and/or modules, designed to fit 2005-2014 Ford Mustang and Mustang GT500. It also includes certain passenger-side air bag inflators and/or modules designed to fit 2005-2014 Ford Mustang, 2010-2012 Lincoln MKZ, 2010-2012 Ford Fusion, 2010-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2011 Ford Ranger, and 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX vehicles. Please see Ford's recall report for the specific part numbers. These parts may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Ford will notify dealers that purchased the affected parts, and dealers will provide replacement parts to purchasers, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Park It: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Ford is recalling certain 2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles and 2011-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Ford is also recalling certain 2010 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2010-2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2010-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, and 2010-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall 19S01.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Park It: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Ford is recalling certain 2010 Ford Edge, Fusion, Mustang and Ranger, Lincoln MKX and Zephyr/MKZ, and Mercury Milan vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Ford is also recalling certain 2009 Ford Edge, Fusion, Mustang and Ranger, Lincoln MKX and Zephyr/MKZ, and Mercury Milan vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S01.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Park It: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2014 Mustang vehicles manufactured April 6, 2004, to June 21, 2014, and 2005-2006 GT vehicles manufactured February 20, 2004, to September 22, 2006. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver side air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2016. Even if interim repairs were performed under safety recall 14V-802, owners must bring their vehicles in for the final remedy. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S21. Note: This recall supersedes safety recall 14V-802.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Summary: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NOS. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT" AND 108 LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) THAT WAS CALIBRATED OUT OF SPECIFICATION FOR REVERSE GEAR.
- Consequence: IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN THE DRIVER PUSHES THE SHIFT LEVER IN THE REVERSE R POSITION AND THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION DOES GO IN REVERSE, THE R MAY NOT ILLUMINATE ON THE DASHBOARD OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, OR NAVIGATOR MODELS AND/OR THE BACKUP LAMP ON THE REAR OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, OR MUSTANG VEHICLES MAY NOT ILLUMINATE. THESE CONDITIONS INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR A PEDESTRIAN BEING STRUCK DUE TO THE VEHICLES NOT SIGNALING IT IS IN REVERSE.
- Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE TRS AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
Negative 2013 Ford Mustang car reviews
Positive 2013 Ford Mustang car reviews
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I bought the 2011 v6 Mustang coupe and was very happy with it due to the many refinements. However, I wanted a convertible and had bought the base model. The 2013 model had enough refinements in looks, performance, and features that convinced me to trade in my 2011. This is my first time owning a convertible, and it has been a new and exciting experience for me. I believe that everyone should own a convertible at least once in their life! I opted for the premium auto with pony package, all leather, and sync. The drive is much better than the 2011, and the looks are more masculine on the 2013 than the 2011. Even with the V6, there is enough power to do what you want!
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I really enjoyed the performance, looks, and quality of this car. The interior components are well-made and fit perfectly, which is a great improvement from the Fords of the past. The controls are easy to use and the car is both fast and nimble, making it a joy to drive. I also appreciate the aggressive look of the car, which is much better than the 2015 models.
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I've been driving my Mustang for over a year now and it's been a fantastic experience. The car is mechanically flawless and everything works perfectly. I absolutely love it! It's got the looks, power, handling, and reliability that I need in a daily driver. Even during the winter, I just put on some winter tires and keep on driving. With more than enough power, I get a combined mpg of 25, and if I set the cruise control at 60MPH, I can get up to 30 mpg. Plus, it takes regular gas, which is a huge plus. If you're looking for a reliable car that won't break the bank, I highly recommend this one. With 95000 miles on the clock, I've only had to do minimal maintenance, which is very affordable. The only big problem I had was the water pump going bad, but all I did was pull over, restart the engine, and it went back to normal. The next day, I replaced the pump and thermostat for $400 parts & labor. Overall, this car is an absolute pleasure to drive!
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The V6 motor is really lively, especially when paired with the 6-speed manual. You'll love the great gas mileage, especially on the road - sometimes as high as 32mpg!
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This car was amazing to me! I bought it used in 2016 and ran the wheels off it. It had very few issues!! I sold it at 177,000 miles, and it was still in good shape. I even drove it year-round, even in Ohio's winters lol. I loved my Mustang. It was very reliable and had a decent amount of power for a V6.
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Rory Skiles 2024-10-22
The 2013 Mustang was not up to my expectations. It had some issues with noise in the dash and the rear back up sensing unit was not functioning properly. Additionally, the gas mileage was not great, only around 16-17 mpg on the highway. Despite these setbacks, the car had a fair amount of power. This was my fourth Mustang purchase, but unfortunately, I will not be buying another one.
Ambrose Koepp 2024-04-24
The bubbling on the front of the hood of my 2013 Mustang is a common issue that several owners have experienced. Despite the fact that the corrosion occurred while the car was under warranty, Ford has refused to cover the repair costs as my car is now out of warranty. However, after conducting research, it is clear that this is a Ford problem and not a result of poor maintenance or driving conditions. It is advisable to avoid purchasing a Mustang with an aluminum hood to avoid incurring the approximately 2k repair cost. It is unfortunate that Ford has not taken ownership of this issue, but I am confident that with the right approach, a solution can be found.