2013 Ford C-max Hybrid Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Ford C-max Hybrid.
Worst 2013 Ford C-max Hybrid Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Ford C-max Hybrid.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 45 | — | — | 26,701 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 17 | — | — | 25,390 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 14 | — | — | 52,135 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 14 | — | — | 45,986 mi | |
| Latches / Locks | 9 | — | — | 64,823 mi | |
| Body Structure | 9 | — | — | 40,891 mi | |
| Brakes | 7 | 3 | — | 28,680 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | 4 | — | 55,600 mi | |
| Fuel System | 5 | — | — | 33,160 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention:Warnings:External/Pedestrian Alert | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2013 Ford C-max Hybrid
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~61,696 vehicles.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Focus Electric vehicles and 2013 C-Max vehicles equipped with the Intelligent Access Push Button Start System. In the affected vehicles, there is no audible chime when the vehicle is operational and the driver's door is opened. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2013 C-Max hybrid vehicles, without panoramic roofs, that were manufactured January 19, 2012, through June 25, 2013. During vehicle testing, the vehicle exceeded a head injury criteria requirement set by the standard. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Focus and C-Max vehicles built from November 16, 2012, through November 21, 2012; and model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from November 14, 2012, through November 21, 2012. The left rear door child lock was built incorrectly. As a result, the child lock may not engage when the operator uses normal force to activate the child lock.
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2013 Ford C-max Hybrid — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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