2013 Ford Flex engine problems
32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 Ford Flex — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? INTERNAL WATER PUMP/ TIMING CHAINS/ VVT SOLENOIDS/ CAM PHASERS/ CAM SENSORS/ RELATED SEALS How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? ENGINE FAILURE - SUDDEN STOP OF VEHICLE Has the…”
filed May 8, 2026
“The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that on several occasions while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was…”
filed Apr 23, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Some 2009-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbochargers may exhibit an oil leak from the turbocharger oil supply or return tubes, O-rings or 6.7L pedestal gasket. Although oil may collect on the…
SSM 49210 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 25, 2020
Engine problems in other Flex years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Flex | 5 | 2% |
| 2018 Flex | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 Flex | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 Flex | 7 | 7% |
| 2015 Flex | 11 | 11% |
| 2014 Flex | 22 | 9% |
| 2012 Flex | 11 | 17% |
| 2011 Flex | 25 | 17% |
| 2010 Flex | 30 | 22% |
| 2009 Flex | 36 | 20% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Ford Flex
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.