1. Ford F-150
  2. Problems
  3. 2013
  4. Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System

2013 Ford F-150 Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System Problems

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Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
1–30k mi1
60–100k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • February 15, 2019 · 84,000 miles

    Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Glass, Side/Rear

    Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford f-150. The contact stated that the defroster shattered the rear driver's side glass. The contact called germain ford of columbus (located at [redacted], columbus, oh 43235, [redacted]) and informed them of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 84,000.

    ODI 11209308

  • October 15, 2013 · 3,000 miles

    Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System

    The vehicle heater kicks out of recirculation mode after 5 or 10 minutes. This often brings outside auto fumes into the vehicle. In order to stop the fumes and use recirc again you have to push that button, taking your eyes off the road. The dealer says to use 'max air' but that results in hot air blowing in your face. Both situations require distracted driving, a safety risk. I would like for the recirc mode to…

    ODI 10706523