2013 Ford Expedition Reliability
The 2013 Ford Expedition has 92 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about powertrain / transmission and unknown or other. Compared with nearby Expedition model years (2011–2015), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Expedition's typical year, while the 2015 drew 164 complaints.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
92
NHTSA owner complaints
0
Recall campaigns
3
Complaints citing a crash
3
Complaints citing a fire
2013 Ford Expedition complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 model year, filed between 2013 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain / transmission | 43 | 47% |
| Unknown or other | 11 | 12% |
| Engine | 10 | 11% |
| Electrical system | 10 | 11% |
| Speed control / throttle | 7 | 8% |
| Suspension | 5 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 4 | 4% |
| Air bags | 3 | 3% |
2013 Ford Expedition recalls
No recall campaigns are listed for the 2013 Ford Expedition in NHTSA's recall database.
How the 2013 compares with nearby Expedition years
Verdicts compare these Expedition model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 71 | 0 | Powertrain / transmission | Better year |
| 2012 | 118 | 3 | Powertrain / transmission | Caution |
| 2013 (this page) | 92 | 0 | Powertrain / transmission | Solid |
| 2014 | 72 | 0 | Powertrain / transmission | Solid |
| 2015 | 164 | 3 | Electrical system | Avoid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2013 Ford Expedition
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Throttle and speed control: check for surging, hesitation or a reduced-power warning, and test cruise control.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
Check this exact car
Any 2013 Ford Expedition can be better or worse than its model year. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015. Free preview first; the full report is $12.99, one time.
2013 Ford Expedition reliability FAQ
Is the 2013 Ford Expedition reliable?
The 2013 Ford Expedition has 92 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about powertrain / transmission and unknown or other. Compared with nearby Expedition model years (2011–2015), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Expedition's typical year, while the 2015 drew 164 complaints.
What are the most common 2013 Ford Expedition problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Ford Expedition are powertrain / transmission (43), unknown or other (11), engine (10), electrical system (10). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2013 Ford Expedition have recalls?
No recall campaigns are listed for the 2013 Ford Expedition in NHTSA's recall database.
How does the 2013 Ford Expedition compare with the 2012 and 2014 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2012 has 118 complaints and 3 recalls (caution); the 2014 has 72 complaints and 0 recalls (solid). The 2013 has 92 complaints and 0 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2013 Ford Expedition?
Run its VIN. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015, with a free preview first and the full report at $12.99, one time. Pair it with an independent pre-purchase inspection.
More Ford Expedition research
Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2013 Expedition, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.