Model year guide

2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 253 on record.

2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid at a glance

Safety recalls3
Combined40 mpg
Typical price$14,452

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2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid recalls 3

Structure NHTSA Campaign #13V303000 · 10/07/2013

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2013 C-Max hybrid vehicles, without panoramic roofs, that were manufactured January 19, 2012, through June 25, 2013. During vehicle testing, the vehicle exceeded a head injury criteria requirement set by the standard. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install energy absorbers between the headliner and the roof. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13C02.

Electrical System:ignition:anti-theft:control Module NHTSA Campaign #13V475000 · 17/10/2013

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Focus Electric vehicles and 2013 C-Max vehicles equipped with the Intelligent Access Push Button Start System. In the affected vehicles, there is no audible chime when the vehicle is operational and the driver's door is opened. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 114, "Theft Protection and Roll…

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the door chime, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2013. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13C07.

Latches/locks/linkages NHTSA Campaign #13V085000 · 07/03/2013

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Focus and C-Max vehicles built from November 16, 2012, through November 21, 2012; and model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from November 14, 2012, through November 21, 2012. The left rear door child lock was built incorrectly. As a result, the child lock may not engage when the operator uses normal force to activate the child lock.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected rear door latches, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined40 mpg
City42 mpg
Highway37 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid worth?

Low
$11,600
Typical price
$14,452
High
$17,200

From 249 comparable 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$7,750
Fuel only$7,750
Per mile$0.10

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
SEL · SE
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 141 hp

2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid vehicles on record

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2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid at about 40 mpg combined (42 city / 37 highway).

How much is a 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid worth?

Comparable 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid listings run roughly $11,600–$17,200, typically around $14,452 (from 249 vehicles).

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