How common are transmission problems on the 2013 Ford Expedition?

NHTSA lists 43 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Expedition, which is 47% of all 92 complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do these transmission issues typically occur?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2013 Expedition is 90,500 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Ford Expedition transmission?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2013 Expedition.

What specific transmission symptoms do owners report?

Owners report sudden downshifts into first gear at highway speed, a wrench warning light with a false low-fuel readout, speedometer drops to zero while driving, and loss of acceleration tied to throttle body sensor faults.

Were there crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 Expedition lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the 43 complaints.

2013 Ford Expedition Transmission & Powertrain Problems

The 2013 Ford Expedition has 43 Transmission & Powertrain complaints, 47% of its 92 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 90,500. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this problem area on this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 43; 47% of 92
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 90,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle suddenly downshifts into first gear at highway speeds, causing lurching or rear-tire skidding.
A wrench warning light appears alongside a false low-fuel or speed-sensor message while the speedometer drops to zero even though the vehicle keeps moving.
Sudden loss of acceleration or power at highway speed, sometimes tied to a throttle body sensor fault that recurs after dealer repairs.
Erratic throttle response where the vehicle hesitates from a stop or suddenly lurches forward unexpectedly.
Drivetrain component failures such as a fractured front axle shaft, loose or missing driveshaft bolts causing vibration starting around 25 mph, and a rear differential ring and pinion that began failing early and worsened over time.

When 2013 Ford Expedition transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 11, 2013, latest Jul 13, 2026.

43 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2013 to Jul 2026; peak Dec 2013 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2013 Ford Expedition

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Expedition model year

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

200544 (14%)
200622 (7%)
200727 (13%)
200814 (10%)
20094 (14%)
201010 (17%)
201121 (30%)
201264 (54%)
201343 (47%)
201434 (47%)
201529 (18%)
201636 (17%)
201751 (14%)
2018146 (39%)
2019219 (44%)
2020260 (63%)
2021110 (47%)
202215 (13%)
202311 (17%)
20245 (7%)
20255 (15%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems on the 2013 Ford Expedition?: NHTSA lists 43 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Expedition, which is 47% of all 92 complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do these transmission issues typically occur?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2013 Expedition is 90,500 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Ford Expedition transmission?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2013 Expedition.
What specific transmission symptoms do owners report?: Owners report sudden downshifts into first gear at highway speed, a wrench warning light with a false low-fuel readout, speedometer drops to zero while driving, and loss of acceleration tied to throttle body sensor faults.
Were there crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 Expedition lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the 43 complaints.