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Common 2013 Ford Taurus problems
The 2013 Ford Taurus has several reported issues that owners have experienced. Here are some of the most common problems:
It is essential to note that while these issues have been reported by some owners, not all 2013 Ford Taurus models will experience these problems. If you are considering purchasing a used 2013 Ford Taurus, it is recommended to have the vehicle inspected by a certified mechanic before making the purchase.
What is the most common problem with Ford Taurus?
Some of the top Ford Taurus problems include a cracked windshield, gasket leaks, and engine problems. The Ford Taurus has an average annual repair cost of $697 with a lower frequency of unscheduled repairs, an average of 0.2 times a year, compared to its competitors.
Is 2013 a good year for Ford Taurus?
The 2013 Ford Taurus has a cushy ride and good safety scores. However, a below-average reliability rating and a confusing infotainment system keep it in the bottom third of its class.
How many miles can a 2013 Ford Taurus last?
The range for a Ford Taurus is typically 180,000-200,000 miles. Based on those numbers, anything above 150,000 would be considered high mileage for a Ford Taurus. Once the mid-size car hits that number, the value will drop and there is a much higher chance you will run into serious trouble with your system.
What is the fair market value of a 2013 Ford Taurus?
Used 2013 Ford Taurus Pricing
| Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (nat'l average) | |
|---|---|---|
| SE Sedan 4D | $27,395 | $8,255 |
| SEL Sedan 4D | $29,595 | $8,720 |
| Limited Sedan 4D | $33,795 | $8,315 |
| SHO Sedan 4D | $40,890 | $12,158 |
What is the most common problem with Ford Taurus?
Some of the top Ford Taurus problems include a cracked windshield, gasket leaks, and engine problems. The Ford Taurus has an average annual repair cost of $697 with a lower frequency of unscheduled repairs, an average of 0.2 times a year, compared to its competitors.
How long will a 2013 Ford Taurus engine last?
The range for a Ford Taurus is typically 180,000-200,000 miles.
What is the value of a 2013 Ford Taurus?
The value of a used 2013 Ford Taurus ranges from $2,722 to $10,602, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
What engine is in a Taurus 2013?
Standard on the 2013 Ford Taurus is a 3.5-liter V6 engine that makes 288 horsepower, which is 25 horsepower more than standard V6 engine in the 2012 model. Reviewers say that this engine is a good match for the Taurus. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission that gets mixed reviews.
2013 Ford Taurus car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Taurus problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Steering problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Ford Taurus vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2013 Ford Taurus
The NHTSA has received 543 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Ford Taurus. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2013 Ford Taurus vehicles.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-25
- VIN: 1FAHP2H82DG
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost all motive power. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart after several attempts. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V227000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); the VIN was included, but had already been repaired in 2014. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-06
- VIN: 1FAHP2F82DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The electric power steering has gone out. I am experiencing the exact same problem as other ford Taurus of the same year, make and model that have had recalls on the electric power steering.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-19
- VIN: 1FAHP2KT1DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled to the side of the road. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the power steering functionality returned. The contact drove to the residence, where the steering wheel seized. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle at the residence. The mechanic determined that the electric power steering gear had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-05
- VIN: 1FAHP2J82DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while her husband was starting the vehicle, the power steering assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the power steering assist had failed and that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 1FAHP2F86DG
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: Back up camera It’ll work when you start to back up and then all of a sudden it just stops working it’s been doing this often for about month.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-04
- VIN: 1FAHP2F86DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: When you go to steer it just like it locks up and cant steer ,have to turn the car off and start back up and it works , happen to me twice, no worries at all , very scary.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-21
- VIN: 1FAHP2KT9DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact called on behalf of his daughter who owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering assist warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the power steering was inoperable, and the vehicle was difficult to steer. Additionally, the contact stated that the steering wheel was extremely firm. The failure occurred while the contact's daughter was driving on the highway. The vehicle was driven over to the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle was then driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 109,134.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-27
- VIN: 1FAHP2E83DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I was driving down the road about 50 mph when all of sudden my steering wheel locked up was nearly impossible to turn I had to try to keep it on the road and slow down as quickly as I could it took all my force to turn the wheel and it was not turning like it normally did it would like skip a beat and not really turn the wheel this is a common problem with 2013 ford taurus some are recalled mine However was not but after searching the web many other people have the same issue but not covered under the recall but exactly the same issue now ford turned a recall into a customer satisfaction program However I am the 2nd owner of this car was never notified by ford or the original owner of the customer satisfaction program so apparently they turned a recall into a csp and if it's past 10 years or 150 thousand miles ford will no longer fix it as I said before I was never notified by ford or the original owner this has caused 16 accidents all together almost caused me to crash I have seen many post of people doing 60 plus mph around a corner and lose steering causing a an accident these cars are not safe on the road with these steering racks it's a dangerous recall ford should have to cover it wether it's been 10 years or 150 thousand miles I'm the 2nd owner never notified I can't afford 3 grand just for the rack I can't get to work now because I live in the middle of no where and ford refuses to fix the problem this easily could have caused a head on accident killing me and the other people involved in the collision with iver 16 accident and 4 of them having injuries and not being notified of this issue I feel as it should be fixed by ford and a recall can't be turned into a csp with a restriction on how many miles or years u can have or they don't have to fix there own recall now im without a car without a job and ford refuses to fix the problem they know they created this is super dangerous and could lead to many more accidents please look into this
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-30
- VIN: 1FAHP2J83DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while in reverse(R) and reversing down a driveway at approximately 2 MPH, the power steering module fault warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized, and the contact was unable to turn the steering wheel to the left or right. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-31
- VIN: 1FAHP2F81DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving 20-25 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the steering wheel seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road by using physical strength to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the steering gear assembly had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 162,892.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-01
- VIN: 1FAHP2M82DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Electrical power assisted steering (epas) has failed making the vehicle undriveable. This is a common problem with this, and many other vehicle models of this age.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-22
- VIN: 1FAHP2E86DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the electric power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The power steering assist warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 112,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-28
- VIN: 1FAHP2KT8DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Sudden electronic power steering complete failure at 55 mph around a turn nearly causing an accident
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-06
- VIN: 1FAHP2H8XDG
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Was driving and my electrical power assist came on and I ran off the road twice because I had no steering. So I eventually got it home and called Ford and talked to a rep and they said there is a recall but it is VIN sensitive. But of course my vin wasn’t one in the recall. Which is crazy because it has all the symptoms as the recall but won’t cover mine. I could have been really hurt as well as my daughter and it’s just crazy if there’s a recall then it should cover all the vehicles with in the year and model. Not just certain ones especially when I have same exact symptoms as recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-31
- VIN: 1FAHP2F80DG
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The AC/Heat will shut off randomly and not turn back on. I’ve had my car into the shop many times and the issue still is not fixed. I’ve talked to many people with the same car as me and they all have stated that they have the same issues.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-10
- VIN: 1FAHP2D88DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the “Power Steering Assist Fault” warning light illuminated, and the steering wheel became very firm and difficult to maneuver. The contact was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road and turn off the vehicle. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, the steering started working properly. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The local dealer was contacted; however, no assistance was provided since the vehicle was not under recall. The contact stated that while researching online, she became aware that there was an unknown open recall related to the failure; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-20
- VIN: 1FAHP2E82DG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he observed condensation underneath the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-04
- VIN: 1FAHP2F8XDG
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Power steering died out and is not working
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-24
- VIN: 1FAHP2E81DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving in reverse at slow speeds, the contact felt an abnormal sensation from the steering wheel, after which she became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The power steering assist warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the steering rack and pinion. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering) but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 150,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-22
- VIN: 1FAHP2F85DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Electric power steering failed. Hard to steer. Risk of accident
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-22
- VIN: 1FAHP2E82DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact's mother owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the "Power Steering Assist Fault" message was displayed. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle due to the failure. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-22
- VIN: 1FAHP2F85DG
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Everytime I get gas the car has a hard time starting and most times after it starts it shuts down due to low idling after startup
STEERING,TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-19
- VIN: 1FAHP2E88DG
- Components: STEERING,TIRES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was significant play and vibration in the steering wheel, and the vehicle was pulling to one side. The contact stated that the traction control warning light illuminated when the steering wheel was completely steered to the right or to the left. The contact also stated that The TPMS warning light remained illuminated even though the tires were fully inflated. Additionally, the contact stated that there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the steering gear had failed. The mechanic determined that both the steering gear and the ball joint needed to be replaced. The mechanic related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- VIN: 1FAHP2M87DG
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: My rear backup camera in my rearview. Mirror shows the image upside down sometimes I just get a blue screen. This Has started over a year ago.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-07
- VIN: 1FAHP2F83DG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the Power Steering Assist Fault message was displayed, and the steering wheel was stiff. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the fault codes were reset. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 124,354.
2013 Ford Taurus recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 9 recalls for different components of the 2013 Ford Taurus.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.
- Consequence: A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners were notified about the recall on March 3, 2020. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts become available, which is currently expected to be the end of September 2020. The recall began October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Lincoln customer service at 1-800-521-4140. Ford's number for this recall is 20S04.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
- Consequence: A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S04-S1.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without a 3.5L engine and Lincoln MKZ hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine and 2013 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with any available engine. The affected vehicles have electric power steering assist systems that may shut down as a result of a steering motor sensor fault.
- Consequence: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). If dealers find any loss of steering assist DTCs, the steering gear will be replaced, free of charge. If, no codes are found during the PSCM inspection, the PSCM software will be updated, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S18.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured June 1, 2011, to October 31, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation.
- Consequence: If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S02.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
- Consequence: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. When used in areas that use road salt, the license plate lamp assembly may experience an electro-chemical reaction and corrosion as a result of water intrusion.
- Consequence: This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the license plate lamp assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S08. Note: Under program 14R01, Ford will notify owners in non-corrosion states, and, at the customer's request, dealers will replace the license plate lamp assembly.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Ford Explorer, Taurus, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured November 29, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, with sufficient door openings and closings, the child safety locks may change from an activated position to a deactivated position without notice.
- Consequence: If the child lock is deactivated, the door could be unlocked and opened from the inside which could lead to personal injury to an unrestrained child.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the safety locks. If necessary, the locks will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S07. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKS, MKT, and MKZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S04.
Negative 2013 Ford Taurus car reviews
Positive 2013 Ford Taurus car reviews
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I'm glad to hear that you're enjoying your new car! It sounds like it's a great fit for you, especially with your height and the comfort it provides on long trips. The stylish all-black design and abundance of features for the price are definitely a plus. It's great to hear that you feel safe while driving it and that the fuel economy is good. The My Ford Touch system is also a nice touch. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us!
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I recently traded in my 08 GT convertible for the SHO and was feeling a bit of remorse until we took it on a 5-hour road trip. Passing cars in the SHO is an awesome experience. I was able to go from 70 to 95, and even 100 mph, before getting in front of the car I was passing. While it may not have the low-end power of the Mustang, this car really shines after 60 mph. The comfort level is great, and the gadgets and stereo system have made me a true believer in the SHO.
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Jan 2020, I still absolutely love this car! It's a shame that Ford has decided to discontinue this car line and focus on SUVs, crossovers, and trucks only. If they changed the body style, I would definitely buy another Taurus SHO. However, I have noticed a few minor issues when fastening my grandkids into their car seats. The metal hooks that secure the car seats to the car are not positioned well, with the one closest to the door being about 1/3 of the way into the seat. The second one is where the seat belt receiver is located, which makes the child car seat shift towards the center of the car. This eliminates the chance for anyone except the thinnest of people to sit between the 2 car seats we have to use, making the SHO a 4 passenger car. Another issue I've had to deal with is the malfunction of the reverse monitor. Occasionally, it works perfectly, but 90% of the time, it either goes blank and tells me to have it serviced, or the screen is blurred, or the images on the screen are upside down. That's frustrating. I checked with the dealer, and they say replacing it is the best option as the cost of chasing an electrical issue can be very high. Despite these minor issues, I'm still very pleased with my purchase over 7 years later! Spring 2017, punching the accelerator is a temptation every time I get behind the wheel of this car. For a sedan, the SHO is a powerhouse! I've had this car for 4-1/2 years now, and I still get excited when I drop my foot on the pedal! The 3.5-liter engine is no stranger to quick starts, and the car does a great job of holding the road around the curves of the windy roads of WV. 365 horsepower can go a long way to making a 4-door family car fun!I've had little to no mechanical issues and the car has proven to be quite reliable. Although the roads in West Virginia can be tough on tires, I have gone through several sets due to my driving style. The front seats are comfortable and provide good support. The sound system is above average and I highly recommend SiriusXM radio for those who spend a lot of time on the road. The instrumentation is clear and easy to read. While I would love to improve my fuel efficiency, my driving style typically gets me around 13 city and 19 highway. The trunk is spacious and can easily fit several suitcases or a large grocery haul. I often receive compliments on the car's appearance, even though it is over 4 years old. The black painted rims are a unique feature of the SHO model. If you're in the market for a sporty car with 4 doors, this is an excellent choice. Just be sure to check the previous owner's driving habits! :)
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I'm 82 years young and have owned a lot of vehicles. I can confidently say that my 2013 Ford Taurus Limited is the best vehicle I've ever owned.
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I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with my Taurus since I got it in June of this year. I have to say, I really like it! It's a significant step up from my previous car, an 09 Cobalt. However, I have noticed that the gas mileage in the city isn't that great, especially when the huge fuel tank is full. Since I'm usually alone in the car, it's a little big for me, but I think it would be perfect for a family. I've never seen a trunk so big! The leather seats are holding up well, as is the paint. I'm told it has dual roll bars and an anti-theft system, which is really nice considering I live in St. Louis. Thanks for listening!
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2013 Ford Taurus Problems and Complaints - 4 Issues
Problem with your 2013 Ford Taurus? Our list of 4 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2013 Ford Taurus.
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Are you having problems with your 2013 Ford Taurus?
Kale Luettgen 2024-09-21
As some have mentioned, the water pump may not last beyond 70k miles and can be costly to replace. Additionally, shocks and struts may wear out prematurely, and there may be some issues with the electronics that cannot be upgraded. The performance may not be the best, and the handling and visibility may leave something to be desired.
Price Bailey 2024-07-05
Although the car has a great look and impressive power, it is unfortunate that the fuel pump and water pump both failed before 70K. However, I was able to get the fuel pump repaired for $500 and the water pump for $1,500+. Despite the water pump part being only $200, it was located behind the timing chain and required the chain to be removed in order to work on the fuel pump. This was a challenging setup, but I was able to handle it. While I have had to invest a significant amount of money into my 2013 Ford, I am confident that it will continue to perform well in the future. Although some people advised me against purchasing this car, I am glad that I made the decision to do so.
Gino Hagenes 2024-06-01
Our vehicle has experienced several issues that are not related to regular wear and tear. Despite this, we have been proactive in addressing these concerns by regularly visiting the service department. We have had to replace the seat AC motor, seat tracks, trunk struts, and even the driver's door handle, which unfortunately was not covered by the warranty. We are grateful for the protection provided by the ESP, as we are concerned about the potential costs once the warranty expires. While we have experienced some challenges, we remain confident in the overall quality of our vehicle.
Lee Kutch 2024-04-20
The 2013 Taurus SEL is a fantastic car with a lot of great features. It's amazing how far this car has come in just a few years!
Trystan Flatley 2024-02-25
I've owned several cars, including Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, and VW, but I've never owned an American car before. However, I was persuaded by my friends to buy a Ford. While the car feels great while driving, I did notice that the driver's seat is very cramped, even though I'm only 5 feet 9 inches tall. The interior looks great and has some great gadgets, but unfortunately, as I expected, there's no pride in 'Made in USA'. I've noticed that the interior trim is coming off/loose, and the driver's side rear door is uneven with the front door (which I only noticed after driving for a day). I'm already feeling unhappy with the car after just one day. I'm sure the dealership will fix these issues (fortunately, I went to a reliable place), but it has already left a bad taste in my mouth. This experience reminds me of my previous experience with VW. I think I'll stick with Japanese cars.