2013 Ford F-350 problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2013 Ford F-350 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2013 Ford F-350. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: How much is a 2013 Ford F-350 worth?

Comparable 2013 Ford F-350 listings run roughly $21,900–$37,250, typically around $30,867 (from 11 vehicles).

2013 Ford F-350 at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints85

Typical price$30,867

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2013 Ford F-350 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 recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2013 Ford F-350 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

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.

Wheels

Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

Back Over Prevention

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

What's a 2013 Ford F-350 worth?

Low

$21,900

Typical price

$30,867

High

$37,250

From 11 comparable 2013 Ford F-350 listings.

2013 Ford F-350 trims & engines on record

Engines

6.7L 8-cyl 400 hp · 6.2L 8-cyl 383 hp · 6.7L 8-cyl 300 hp

2013 Ford F-350 vehicles on record

2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3DT5DEB68569

2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3B64DEA40501 2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3DT5DEB49813 2013 Ford F-3501FDRF3H66DEA77850

2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3BT3DEB71361

2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3DT7DEB85843

2013 Ford F-3501FD8W3H61DEA29975 2013 Ford F-3501FD8W3GT6DEA81500

2013 Ford F-3501FT7W3B67DEA43601 2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3BT1DEA22821 2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3BT3DEA59482 2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3BT3DEA11240

2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3DTXDEB73590 2013 Ford F-3501FT8W3BT8DEA00895

2013 Ford F-3501FD8X3HT9DEB25730

Other Ford F-350 model years

2013 Ford F-350 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Ford F-350 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2013 Ford F-350. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford F-350?

Based on 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, suspension, fuel/propulsion system.

How much is a 2013 Ford F-350 worth?

Comparable 2013 Ford F-350 listings run roughly $21,900–$37,250, typically around $30,867 (from 11 vehicles).

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