How many brake complaints does the 2013 Ford Flex have?

NHTSA lists 30 complaints filed under the brakes area for the 2013 Ford Flex, which is 5% of the 579 total complaints logged for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2013 Ford Flex brakes?

No. NHTSA does not list any related recall tied to this brakes complaint category for the 2013 Ford Flex.

At what mileage do these brake-area problems show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 59,500 miles.

Did these brake complaints cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this complaint area for the 2013 Ford Flex, but 1 injury was reported.

How does the 2013 Flex compare to other years for this issue?

The 2013 Flex had 30 complaints in this area, more than any other model year listed, though its 5% share of total complaints that year is lower than years like 2012 at 14% or 2010 at 13%.

2013 Ford Flex Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 30 brake-area complaints for the 2013 Ford Flex, 5% of the 579 total complaints filed for that year. One injury was reported, no crashes or fires, and there is no related recall. Median mileage at failure is 59,500 miles.

Brakes complaints: 30; 5% of 579
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 59,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Door ajar sensors falsely indicate an open door even after owners shut it firmly and repeatedly.
Interior dome lights stay on continuously while driving, which owners describe as a night-driving hazard.
Vehicle alarm sounds randomly, including overnight while the car is parked.
Door latches fail to engage, so doors do not auto-lock while the vehicle is in drive.
Some owners report the door sensor problems occur alongside battery drain or intermittent loss of engine power.

When 2013 Ford Flex brake complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 28, 2015, latest Aug 18, 2023.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2015 to Aug 2023; peak May 2016 (6).

Brakes recalls for the 2013 Ford Flex

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Flex model year

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

200937 (20%)
201018 (13%)
201110 (7%)
20129 (14%)
201330 (5%)
201410 (4%)
20151 (1%)
20165 (5%)
20170 (0%)
20183 (4%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2013 Ford Flex have?: NHTSA lists 30 complaints filed under the brakes area for the 2013 Ford Flex, which is 5% of the 579 total complaints logged for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2013 Ford Flex brakes?: No. NHTSA does not list any related recall tied to this brakes complaint category for the 2013 Ford Flex.
At what mileage do these brake-area problems show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 59,500 miles.
Did these brake complaints cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this complaint area for the 2013 Ford Flex, but 1 injury was reported.
How does the 2013 Flex compare to other years for this issue?: The 2013 Flex had 30 complaints in this area, more than any other model year listed, though its 5% share of total complaints that year is lower than years like 2012 at 14% or 2010 at 13%.