Model year guide

2013 Ford f-450

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Ford f-450 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2013 Ford f-450 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints6

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2013 Ford f-450 recalls 1

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #14V498000 · 13/08/2014

PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

Fix: PJ's has notified owners and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2013 Ford f-450 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2013 Ford f-450 trims & engines on record

Engines
6.7L 8-cyl 300 hp · 6.7L 8-cyl 400 hp

2013 Ford f-450 vehicles on record

2013 Ford f-4501FT8W4DT7DEA80192 2013 Ford f-4501FD0X4GTXDEB31301 2013 Ford f-4501FD0X4GT0DEB79101 2013 Ford f-4501FD0W4HT3DEA13642

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2013 Ford f-450 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Ford f-450 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 Ford f-450. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford f-450?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, service brakes, structure.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.