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2013 Ford Taurus: fuel pump failure

39 of the 585 complaints about the 2013 Ford Taurus describe fuel pump failure.

owner complaints
39
of this car's complaints
7%
typical mileage
85,000
recalls
3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below

Fuel pump failure by model year

What owners say

Filed Jan 13, 2024 · Engine, Fuel system · FL

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.

Filed Jul 16, 2022 · Fuel system · WV

The car is stopping when at idle and at times will loose full power when driving down the road. We have replaced the mass air flow sensor, cleaned the mass flow uptake, and replaced the fuel pump driver module. We bought this vehicle from Turnpike Ford in Huntington. The 3rd party warranty showing on my loan agreement was bumper to bumper 7 years or 72,000 miles however the warranty paper stated 3 years or 36,000 miles. We have tried working with Todd Judy but they refuse to honor the warranty so my car has not been able to be repaired. They advised me I needed a new motor and transmission. We need this issue resolved it’s a high risk for us when driving the vehicle and these repairs should not be coming out of our pocket.

Filed Jul 8, 2021 · Fuel system · 85,251 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that they attempted to start the vehicle after the vehicle had been parked however, the vehicle failed to start-up. The vehicle revved for 10-15 seconds but failed to start. During the failure, the key ceased in the ignition until the engine stopped revving. The contact was then able to remove the key from the ignition. The contact stated the failure recurred twice. The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The contact then had the vehicle towed to the dealer who confirmed the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,251.

Filed Nov 18, 2020 · Electrical, Fuel system · 130,000 miles · GA

My engine light is came on. At first it was reading that my fuel pump was going bad. I've recently replaced my fuel pump and now my engine light is back on and its reading two different codes. One is a leak with my gas cap. The other one is eletrical. My car has cut off me as if I've ran out of gas and I wasn't really out of gas. When I have someone come and bring me gas in a gas can, while pouring the gas in its leaking right out as if my thing isnt connected or I had a line thats cut. My gas meter isnt working properlu either and when I put my car in reverse all of my lights turn on and when I put it in drive they cut off. My stereo freezes and cuts on and off.

Filed Sep 10, 2020 · Fuel system · 111,000 miles · OH

The car will stall while driving or in park. We have put 2 new fuel pump modules in it and now it is doing again, needing a third replacement. It has 111,000 miles on it and the last one was put on just 6 months ago. There is a recall for 2013 taurus for the fuel pump but it doesn't show my VIN as being covered by the recall. This is dangerous. It just shuts off the engine while you are driving. I have seen other complaints that are exactly the same issue. It happens while driving and parked at any rate of speed.

Filed Aug 25, 2020 · Fuel system · MS

The fuel pump on the car.

Filed Jul 2, 2020 · Electrical, Fuel system · 100,233 miles · MA

Vehicle brought in for non start issue. Fuel driver module replaced on 06/25/20. Now my sync is inoperable after fuel pump repair.

Filed Mar 5, 2020 · Fuel system · 71,300 miles · MN

2013 taurus limited with 71,300 miles would randomly stall only like 3 times though. I would have to restart it to continue on. But on 3/3/20, I was was ready to leave work and my taurus would churn but not start. The light panel and headlights came on and the battery was not dead. I had to leave it in the parking lot overnight. The next day I had to have it towed to a ford dealership. I had done the research so I knew what the problem was so I let the dealership know. Sure enough, the fuel pump module needed to be replaced at my expense of $341.

Filed Jan 6, 2020 · Fuel system · 95,000 miles · TX

The 2013 ford taurus was stalling intermittently and taken to the garage where the diagnostic code showing up was p0627, which points to a fuel pump module failure had occurred. This seems like the same issue as shown in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v621000 but did not include my 2013 taurus and seems that it should have. Summary from the federal safety agency campaign number 16v621000: 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. Ford recall number for this was 16s31.

Filed Jun 17, 2019 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · OH

Fuel pump control module failure. Vehicle stalled in traffic. No warning. Would not restart. There was a recall on this same issue, but my specific VIN was not included.

Filed Jun 5, 2019 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start automatically on the first attempt. During the second attempt, the vehicle cranked, but was not turning over. The contact used the key to start the vehicle; however, the vehicle was just cranking. The vehicle was not towed. An independent mechanic came to the contact's residence and diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The contact called paul cerame ford (11400 new halls ferry road, florissant, mo 63033, (314) 838-2400) and informed them of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v621000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Apr 12, 2019 · Fuel system · 125,000 miles · TN

Vehicle occasionally would stall at intersections or traffic lights; eventually the car would not restart at all. I had towed to ford dealer in knoxville tn where they diagnosed the problem as the fuel pump, which they have replaced at $905 plus tax. I read for recalls and came across 16v621000 which completely describes my car's problem. The vehicle has only done 125,000 miles. A fuel pump should not have issues with mileage. Please can you help me obtain reimbursement. In two occasions a car nearly hit me from behind as I was stalled.

Related recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpReported August 25, 2016 · 77,502 vehicles affected
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, gasolineReported December 2, 2015 · 868 vehicles affected
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, gasolineReported May 31, 2013 · 390,783 vehicles affected
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

Questions about the 2013 Ford Taurus fuel pump

Is fuel pump failure a common problem on the 2013 Ford Taurus?

39 of 585 owner complaints about the 2013 Ford Taurus (7%) mention fuel pump failure. The model year with the most reports is 2014.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2013 Ford Taurus?

There are 3 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2013 Ford Taurus

Power steering loss 146Loss of power 65Stalling 55Steering lock-up 30Check engine light 28Won't start 21Engine failure 20Backup camera 12Overheating 11Fuel smell 8Fire or smoke 7Ball joint 6Door locks 6Hesitation 6Jerking 6Airbag light 5Grinding brakes 5Harsh shifting 5Headlights 5Won't shift 5

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