The Clarets avoided an unlucky 13 as they came from behind to extend their unbeaten record against defending champions Leeds at Elland Road.
Last season’s Professional Development League winners threatened to stop Burnley’s undefeated start to the season at the round dozen and at the 11th time of asking in the league’s northern group.
But the cool head of Josh Benson kept the run going as he converted a second-half penalty to cap an impressive fightback.
Ryan Edmondson’s 25th-minute strike gave Leeds the early edge in a lively Roses battle.