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2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit recalls and problems

2 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit.

2
recalls
12
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit recalls

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 15V812000 · reported December 2, 2015 · Ford Motor Company · 868 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The fix
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.

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 13V227000 · reported May 31, 2013 · Ford Motor Company · 390,783 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Mar 23, 2019 · Electrical system · 126,700 miles

VEHICLE LOSES ALL STEERING CONTROL WHILE DRIVING AT SPEED. NEARLY CAUSED A HEAD-ON CRASH.

Mar 15, 2019 · Unknown or other · 71,376 miles

VEHICLE HAS JUST OVER 71,000 MILES AND HAS A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON FOR A FAILED CATALYTIC CONVERTER THIS IS NEEDING TO BE REPLACED. WE HAVE MULTIPLE VEHICLES IN OUR FLEET WITH THE SAME CONCERN, AND AROUND THE SAME MILEAGE, THAT HAVE HAD CONVERTERS REPLACED AND ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.

Mar 15, 2019 · Unknown or other · 94,273 miles

CATALYITIC CONVERTER FAILED AT 94,273

Mar 15, 2019 · Unknown or other · 104,089 miles

CATALYTIC CONVERTERS FAILED AT 104,000 MILES

Mar 15, 2019 · Unknown or other · 92,937 miles

CATALYTIC CONVERTERS FAILED AT 92,937

Police Interceptor Utilit model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2012 0100
2013 21200
2014 01000
2015 0100
2016 0700

All Ford Police Interceptor Utilit years →

Questions

Does the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit, the most recent reported on December 2, 2015 (Fuel system, gasoline). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit?
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (6 complaints), followed by steering (4).
How many 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utilit complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 23, 2019.