The rear window shattered and no idea how that happened. It happened when it was parked in my driveway. *dt*jb
2013 Ford F-150 visibility problems
moderate 149 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350 · see visibility across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
149
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$350
1fire
1injury
When does it fail?
Of the 149 visibility complaints filed for the 2013 Ford F-150, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Owners have filed 149 visibility complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 17 model years of Ford F-150 in our records for visibility problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
rear window shattered while parked.. big bang and shattered window... ive seen many other reports with the same problem. due to maybe rear window defrost.
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Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2013 Ford F-150?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 149 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Across the 135 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most visibility failures cluster between 35,431 and 79,500 miles, with the median around 59,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 35,431; a quarter make it past 79,500. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Ford/F-150.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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