Is the 2013 Ford EXPEDITION reliable?

The 2013 Ford EXPEDITION has 114 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.7x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2013 Ford EXPEDITION?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (42 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (14 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (11 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2013 Ford EXPEDITION?

No recalls have been issued for the 2013 Ford EXPEDITION.

How much does it cost to charge a 2013 Ford EXPEDITION?

The 2013 Ford EXPEDITION has an EPA rating of 16 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $4802. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

How much does it cost to insure a 2013 Ford EXPEDITION?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2013 Ford EXPEDITION is approximately $1,781/year (ev-mainstream class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2013 Ford EXPEDITION qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2013 Ford EXPEDITION may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2013 Ford EXPEDITION

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2013 Ford EXPEDITION has 114 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.7x the segment average of 163. The most common issue is transmission problems (37% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford expedition. the contact stated while driving approximately 10 mph, a loud banging noise was heard from the front end of the vehicle as the wheels seized. the contact was able to travel at low speed in 2-wheel drive. the vehicle was later towed to an authorized deale. ⚠️ 3 fire reports filed.

3 fire reports 1 crash report 2 injuries

114

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

4/5

Safety Stars

0.7x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

TRANSMISSION

42 complaints

37%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, A LOUD BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE AS THE WHEELS SEIZED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO TRAVEL AT LOW SPEED IN 2-WHEEL DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALE
• THE THROTTLE IS ERRATIC. SOMETIMES ACCELERATION FROM A STOP IS SMOOTH AND SOMETIMES ITS AS IF THE THROTTLE IS BINDING AGAINST SOMETHING. OTHER TIMES THE THROTTLE IS DEPRESSED AND NOTHING HAPPENS UNTIL THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LURCHES FORWARD. THE LAST EPISODE WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING PLACE AND THE ENG
• WAS HOOKING UP A TRAILER TO THE BACK, AS I BACKED UP I COULD NOT SEE THE TRAILER ALIGNMENT IN THE CAMERA DUE TO DARKNESS. I PUT THE SUV INTO PARK, VISUALLY VERIFIED THE SHIFTER WAS IN PARK AND TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE AND THE VEHICLE STAYED IN PLACE. WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING I GOT OUT TO VISUALLY

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, A LOUD BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE AS THE WHEELS SEIZED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO TRAVEL AT LOW SPEED IN 2-WHEEL DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALE”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2013 Ford EXPEDITION

Based on 84 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 90K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 100-150K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

Earlier than typicalmedian 38K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SUSPENSION

Earlier than typicalmedian 34K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

Reported earliermedian 97K mi · 30 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

Reported earliermedian 85K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 104K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2013 Ford EXPEDITION

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$4,759

Per month

$397

Per mile

39.7¢

kWh/mi

2.11

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2013 Ford EXPEDITION

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,781

Full coverage / month

$148

Liability only / year

$665

vs US avg

+6%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-mainstream)1.18x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.98x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1781

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford EXPEDITION Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

20K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Ford. If you're buying a used 2013 EXPEDITION, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ford dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

EV Incentives for 2013 Ford EXPEDITION

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 114 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

☐
TRANSMISSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, A LOUD BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE AS THE WHEELS SEIZED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO TRAVEL AT LOW SPEED IN 2-WHEEL DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
☐
OTHER: THE GPS HAS NOT WORKED PROPERLY FROM DAY ONE. I HAVE HAD IT TO THE DEALER ON FOUR (4) TRIPS AND THE PROBLEM WITH THE GPS HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. THE SOFTWARE IS CURRENT BUT IT DIRECT ONE TO TURN WHERE THERE IS NO ROAD AND CANCELS BEFORE YOU REACH THE SITE PROGRAMMED INTO THE GPS. I CURRENTLY HAVE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
☐
ENGINE: THE THROTTLE IS ERRATIC. SOMETIMES ACCELERATION FROM A STOP IS SMOOTH AND SOMETIMES ITS AS IF THE THROTTLE IS BINDING AGAINST SOMETHING. OTHER TIMES THE THROTTLE IS DEPRESSED AND NOTHING HAPPENS UNTIL THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LURCHES FORWARD. THE LAST EPISODE WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING PLACE AND THE ENG
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
☐
ELECTRICAL: THE GPS HAS NOT WORKED PROPERLY FROM DAY ONE. I HAVE HAD IT TO THE DEALER ON FOUR (4) TRIPS AND THE PROBLEM WITH THE GPS HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. THE SOFTWARE IS CURRENT BUT IT DIRECT ONE TO TURN WHERE THERE IS NO ROAD AND CANCELS BEFORE YOU REACH THE SITE PROGRAMMED INTO THE GPS. I CURRENTLY HAVE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
☐
General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)