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2013 Ford Flex repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (5%)

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2013 Ford Flex body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (9%)

< $100 (82%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Ford Flex 4dr SUV

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

56500 mi

US $1000
Rear limited chrome flex panel began to bubble 
78000 mi Rear silver panel on tailgate was separating from tailgate. Attachment clip was broken. Double sided tape fixed the issue. 
31000 mi Plastic cover by back pillar next to lift gate was cracked. 
4200 mi Front door out of alignment 
12200 mi rattle in dash 
15800 mi Intermittent buzzing noise from dashboard was traced to touch screen. Screws were tightened on touch screen mounting pads and buzzing noise disappeared. 
23000 mi Driver side rear D-pillar plastic trim developed a crack. Repair required removal of side glass to fit replacement trim panel. Left vehicle overnight to allow glass adhesive to more fully cure. 
19000 mi Two slight trim issues. The rearview mirror wiring was coming unwrapped and the driver's side door handle (interior) was scratched up. 
46600 mi

US $200
The center console hinge broke, the console was replaced 

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2013 Ford Flex 4dr SUV

287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

49000 mi exterior trim piece on B pillar chipped. Replaced without issue lid on center console would not latch. Took two trips to dealer to get it fixed. They eventually had to replace the entire center console. 

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2013 Ford Flex 4dr SUV

287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

13000 mi Center console between front seats broke and was unable to open - rear hinge area broke. 

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2013 Ford Flex Body Problems

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