2012 Ford F-350 vs 2013 Ford F-350
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Ford F-350 | 2013 Ford F-350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 149 | 76 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 17 | 16 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | 90,000 mi | 80,794 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-350 | Ford F-350 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 66 | 30 |
| Suspension | 65 | 30 |
| Engine | 25 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 6 |
| Power Train | 9 | 5 |
| Wheels | 9 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 72 | 43 |
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2012 Ford F-350
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.