2013 Ford Flex fuel/propulsion system problems
59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel/propulsion system on the 2013 Ford Flex — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“There seems to be a fuel leak on my vehicle's fuel tank. When the tank is half full and more there is a noticable fuel smell around my car and fuel dripping under my car. When the fuel is less than half full, the fuel seems to stop leaking. I believe the seam in the gas tank is leaking. I have…”
filed Jan 23, 2024
“Have difficulty fueling vehicle. “Fuel fill inlet” warning stays on dash. Strong fuel mixture smell in cabin. Fuel will overspill if you try to pump gas at full force. Smells like fuel is leaking. Concerned about possible explosion. Many other drivers having the same issues. Strange clicking sounds…”
filed May 24, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Fuel/propulsion System problems in other Flex years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Flex | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 Flex | 2 | 2% |
| 2015 Flex | 18 | 18% |
| 2014 Flex | 46 | 18% |
| 2012 Flex | 5 | 8% |
| 2011 Flex | 5 | 3% |
| 2010 Flex | 12 | 9% |
| 2009 Flex | 15 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Ford Flex
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.