How many brake complaints does the 2013 Ford Taurus have?

NHTSA lists 29 brake complaints for the 2013 Ford Taurus, which is about 5% of the 584 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Ford Taurus brakes?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this brake complaint area.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 Ford Taurus?

The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints is 80,000 miles.

Did the brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint area shows 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries reported.

How does the 2013 Taurus compare to other years for brake complaints?

The 2013 model year's 29 brake complaints and 5% share are lower than the 2010 model year, which had 38 complaints and a 19% share, but higher than several later years like 2017, which had only 1 complaint.

2013 Ford Taurus Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 29 brake complaints for the 2013 Ford Taurus, about 5% of its 584 total complaints. There are no related recalls for this brake issue, and reported failures occurred at a median mileage of 80,000. Three crashes, one fire, and six injuries were reported in this area.

Brakes complaints: 29; 5% of 584
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 80,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report rear brake components wearing out repeatedly, with some describing the entire rear brake system replaced multiple times within a couple of years.
Some drivers noticed a loud clunk from the rear brakes when stopping, accompanied by a hot smell from the tire and brake area.
Several complaints describe premature rotor and pad wear with noise during light braking, sometimes despite the pads showing little wear.
One driver reported anti-lock brakes failing to engage before a crash, with the tires locking up under braking.
A few owners mention brake concerns tied to a Takata recall, expressing confusion about whether their vehicle was covered.

When 2013 Ford Taurus brake complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 14, 2014, latest Jan 15, 2024.

29 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2014 to Jan 2024; peak Apr 2017 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2013 Ford Taurus

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Taurus model year

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

200537 (5%)
200630 (9%)
200711 (7%)
200818 (10%)
20097 (11%)
201038 (19%)
201117 (9%)
20125 (6%)
201329 (5%)
201413 (6%)
20157 (3%)
20164 (5%)
20171 (2%)
20182 (4%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2013 Ford Taurus have?: NHTSA lists 29 brake complaints for the 2013 Ford Taurus, which is about 5% of the 584 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Ford Taurus brakes?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this brake complaint area.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 Ford Taurus?: The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints is 80,000 miles.
Did the brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint area shows 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries reported.
How does the 2013 Taurus compare to other years for brake complaints?: The 2013 model year's 29 brake complaints and 5% share are lower than the 2010 model year, which had 38 complaints and a 19% share, but higher than several later years like 2017, which had only 1 complaint.