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2013 Ford Taurus fuel system problems
107 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 83,000.
- owner complaints
- 107
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- typical mileage
- 83,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 3
Which part fails
- Delivery: fuel pump2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Ford Taurus fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2013 Ford Taurus fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causing a loss of electrical power to the fuel pump.
- Risk
- A loss of power to the fuel pump will cause the engine to stall or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel PEM part number and replace the fuel PEM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S31.
Recall number 16V621000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S04-S1.
Recall number 15V812000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKS, MKT, and MKZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S04.
Recall number 13V227000 · Recall details
What 2013 Ford Taurus owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I purchased this car April 1 2025 the car drove fine up until this past week I got in the car it had a very long crank but started and it acted as if it wasn't getting fuel. So I shut it off waited and started it back it seemed OK I went and purchased some fuel cleaner and gas it straightened out then today it done the exact same thing except it stalled on me 3 times and the last stall almost caused a wreck I was able to get it started and drove back home too scared to drove it so I started looking up problems online and seen several issues like mine that other people had and they were related to previous recalls.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart after several attempts. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 13V227000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was included, but the vehicle had already been repaired in 2014. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
Everytime I get gas the car has a hard time starting and most times after it starts it shuts down due to low idling after startup
There is a defeat in my Ford catalytic converter. I would like I sent the part to the federal safety agency.DOT.GOV for research. I am attaching pictures of the defective product.
For the last 3 days there has been a gas smell in the garage. We have driven it 2 times. 3 days ago at 17 below and yesterday at 30 below. Cannot find any leaks. Gas tank is a little over 1/2 full.
I’m not having any success with my local Ford Dealership or with Ford Customer Service getting my car covered under the Customer Satisfaction Program. I have fuel system issues, I need to replace both cats and 2 bad sensors, halfshaft, fuel system, and braking issues. The dealership said to contact Ford and Ford says it’s the dealership’s problem. If they don’t fix it, I’m done with Ford. If they can’t stand behind their products and their dealerships won’t help the customers, then my loyalty is done. I’ve already had to replace a poorly designed PTU at my expense and now this, buyer beware on Interceptors. Let’s hope I don’t have any other issues. No one seems to be willing to help and I’m beyond frustrated with this experience.
Please allow submission of additional information regarding issues with my 2013 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor. As stated on the previous complaint filed on 1/9/2024, I got my car service at AutoNation Ford Service Center on 12/16/2023, and I brought it back to the service center on Saturday, 12/23/2023 because of the car’s poor performance and engine had laminated on 12/17/2023. Issues such as: exhaust system, fuel system, the driver exterior door handle is loose, and seat belt gets jammed.
I have a check engine light on my dash. I have several codes. I have problems with the car like the fuel pump, catalytic converter not functioning efficiently, steering, etc. I know Ford has problems with its cars.
Check Fuel Fil Inlet service warning. Capless gas and no issues but only getting 13 mpg
Questions about the 2013 Ford Taurus fuel system
Does the 2013 Ford Taurus have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 107 complaints about the fuel system of the 2013 Ford Taurus, 18% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2013 Ford Taurus fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 83,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Ford Taurus fuel system?
Yes, 3 recalls: 16V621000, 15V812000, 13V227000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford Taurus have the most fuel system problems?
The Ford Taurus model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2013 (107 complaints), 2015 (73 complaints) and 2014 (71 complaints).
Other 2013 Ford Taurus problems
Steering 295Engine 75Electrical 59Transmission 44Driver assistance 30Suspension 25Acceleration 18Body 12Airbags 11Lights 9Brakes 8Seat belts 7Visibility 7Wheels 5Seats 2Locks 1Tires 1
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