How many electrical complaints does the 2013 Ford C-MAX Energi have?

NHTSA lists 19 electrical system complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 38% of the 50 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the electrical system on the 2013 C-MAX Energi?

The JSON provided does not list any related recalls tied to this electrical system data, though owners mention separate recall campaigns (like the air bag recall) in their complaint narratives.

What is the most common electrical problem reported?

The most repeated issue involves the 120-volt charging cord and wall outlet overheating or melting, appearing in multiple sample complaints, including one that involved a fire.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on this model year is 47,900 miles.

Did any electrical complaints involve crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to these complaints, but 1 fire was reported.

2013 Ford C-MAX Energi Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 19 electrical system complaints for the 2013 Ford C-MAX Energi, 38% of all 50 complaints filed for the year. Owners most often reported overheating or melting charge cords and unexpected shutdowns, with one fire reported and a median failure mileage of 47,900.

Electrical System complaints: 19; 38% of 50
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 47,900 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

The 120-volt charging cord and its wall outlet overheat, melt, or discolor during normal home charging, in some cases tripping GFCI outlets or leaving burn marks on outlets.
The vehicle loses electrical power or shuts down unexpectedly while driving, including one report of the propulsion system cutting out at highway speed with a stop-safely-now warning.
The 12-volt battery drains because electrical modules stay active after the car is turned off, leaving the vehicle unable to start.
The push-to-start/stop button fails to shut the vehicle off, causing it to restart repeatedly and honk even when parked.
Owners report the car fails to start after sitting overnight, with dealers replacing batteries or relays only for the problem to recur.
One owner reported the electrical system was damaged after an unrelated air bag recall repair, disabling parts of the phone system.

When 2013 Ford C-MAX Energi electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 16, 2014, latest Jan 31, 2020.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2014 to Jan 2020; peak May 2016 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2013 Ford C-MAX Energi

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by C-MAX Energi model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201319 (38%)
201416 (53%)
20154 (27%)
201614 (44%)
20172 (20%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2013 Ford C-MAX Energi have?: NHTSA lists 19 electrical system complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 38% of the 50 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the electrical system on the 2013 C-MAX Energi?: The JSON provided does not list any related recalls tied to this electrical system data, though owners mention separate recall campaigns (like the air bag recall) in their complaint narratives.
What is the most common electrical problem reported?: The most repeated issue involves the 120-volt charging cord and wall outlet overheating or melting, appearing in multiple sample complaints, including one that involved a fire.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on this model year is 47,900 miles.
Did any electrical complaints involve crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to these complaints, but 1 fire was reported.