2013 Ford Taurus engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 77 complaints for the 2013 Ford Taurus, 10% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 77 10% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 74,000 miles 64 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 2 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 3 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 9 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 8 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 17 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 16 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 5 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 3 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 2 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 64 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 74,000 miles, and 31% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires, 2 injuries.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford taurus. While driving 55 MPH, the engine seized without warning. The contact stated pulled the vehicle over onto the left shoulder. While on the shoulder, another vehicle rear ended the contact's vehicle. A police report was filed. The passenger in the contact's vehicle sustained neck, back, and wrist injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The control module was replaced. The dealer was not contacted.
The contact's daughter owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not able to be restarted and veered to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the engine and valves needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the cause of the failure was due to the water pump not operating as needed, and that antifreeze had intruded into the engine oil. The vehicle was not repaired.
Other problems reported for the 2013 Ford Taurus
- Steering 296 complaints
- Fuel system 107 complaints
- Electrical system 59 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 43 complaints
- Suspension 25 complaints
- Cruise control 18 complaints
- Stability control 18 complaints