2013 Ford Flex structure problems
69 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2013 Ford Flex — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Repeated problems with door latch system in 2013 Ford Flex. Door is interpreted as being ajar, despite being closed. Two warning lights/messages to this effect persist, interior lights will not turn off (which drains the battery), doors will not automatically lock while driving in this condition…”
filed Apr 11, 2024
“The rear power lift gate will at times unexpectedly come down on you while you’re standing under it and won’t go back up… it has hit me in my head multiple times… and may be the cause of the compressed disc in my cervical spine… it happens mostly when it’s cold, but now that it’s 65° (Los Angeles)…”
filed Mar 9, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle…
SSM 51536 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 4, 2023
Structure problems in other Flex years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Flex | 49 | 21% |
| 2018 Flex | 17 | 28% |
| 2017 Flex | 3 | 7% |
| 2016 Flex | 8 | 9% |
| 2015 Flex | 1 | 1% |
| 2014 Flex | 12 | 5% |
| 2012 Flex | 4 | 6% |
| 2011 Flex | 4 | 3% |
| 2010 Flex | 2 | 1% |
| 2009 Flex | 12 | 7% |
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.