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2013 Ford C Max

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

8

8 current

Combined

5.9L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$1,829

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2022311 · manufacturer campaign 22S43

13 June 2022

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013–2018 · Edge 2015–2018 · Escape 2013–2019 · Fusion 2013–2016 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the shift cable may detach from the transmission. This could cause the transmission not to shift gears when the shifter is moved. As a result, the transmission could be in a different gear than the gear shifter indicates. If a driver attempts to exit the vehicle while the transmission is not in Park, and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle could move suddenly.

Why it matters

Sudden and unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the transmission shifter cable bushing and install a protective service cap. Ford advises that you should apply the parking brake each time the vehicle is parked.

362,062 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2018443 · manufacturer campaign 18S24

23 August 2018

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013–2015 · Focus 2012–2015 · Fusion 2013–2015

What is wrong

Certain plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles were supplied with a 120V convenience charge cord that may be susceptible to overheating if there is a poor connection at the electrical outlet. This could result in increased cord temperatures, melting, and an increased risk of fire causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the factory supplied 120V convenience cord with the latest version of the cord that includes thermal protection.

1,324 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2016432 · manufacturer campaign 16R01

6 September 2016

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013–2015 · Escape 2013–2015 · Focus 2012–2015 · Mustang 2015 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the pawl spring tab in the side door latch could break. This condition typically will prevent the door from latching. In certain situations where the door is able to be closed, the door may be partially latched and could unlatch while driving. This could increase the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant seated next to the door, or result in damage to property.

What the dealer will do

If a door will not latch, dealers will replace all four door latches with a more robust part. Note: A door that is partially latched can cause the courtesy light to remain on, set a door ajar message in the instrument cluster and sound a door ajar chime to alert the driver that there is a door latch problem.

233,034 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2014427 · manufacturer campaign 14S21

30 September 2014

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013–2014 · Escape 2013–2014 · Fusion 2013–2014 · MKZ 2013–2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, sealant applied to the restraints control module could fail, allowing moisture to enter the module circuit board. This could cause corrosion to form, which will illuminate the airbag warning light and could affect restraint system function, potentially disabling airbags or other safety systems. This could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants in a crash where airbag deployment is warranted.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the restraints control module.

82,962 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2014164 · manufacturer campaign 14S04

7 May 2014

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013–2014 · Escape 2013–2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, due to a defect in the restraint control module programming, deployment of the side curtain airbags may be delayed in certain rollover circumstances, which could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the restraint control module.

78,013 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2014109 · manufacturer campaign 14C03

2 April 2014

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013 · Escape 2013 · Fusion 2013 · MKZ 2013

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 207 – Anchorage of Seats. The front driver and passenger seatback recliner mechanism may separate from the seatback frame due to improper welding. If this were to occur, the seatback could become noisy, loose or begin leaning and could fail to meet the strength requirements of the standard. This could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the seatback assemblies.

4,744 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2013340 · manufacturer campaign 13C07

2 October 2013

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013 · Focus 2012–2013

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 114 - Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. No audible chime is provided when the door is opened and the electronic key code remains in the ignition. This could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update vehicle software.

929 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2013075 · manufacturer campaign 13S02

6 March 2013

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013 · Escape 2013 · Focus 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the left rear door child lock may not engage when the operator uses normal turning force to activate the child lock, and the operator may incorrectly believe the child lock is engaged. Without the child lock engaged, the door can be opened using the inside door handle. This condition could potentially increase the risk of injury to an unrestrained child.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the door latch and replace if necessary.

859 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Full-size
In its class
More efficient than 94% of 81 2013 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
136 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2013 Ford C Max have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 8 recalls on record for the 2013 Ford C Max. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2013 Ford C Max get?
NRCan rates the 2013 Ford C Max at 5.9 L/100 km combined, emitting 136 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2013 Ford C Max for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $1,829 in fuel, producing roughly 2,726 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.