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32 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V097000·2024-02-09

    2021-2022 Ford E-350 and E-450 Power Steering Fluid Loss Recall

    Ford is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles due to a defective power steering connection that may cause loss of power steering fluid and brake assist.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-350, E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V792000·2022-10-20

    2023 Ford E-450 Rear Axle Rotor Bolts May Loosen, Causing Wheel Separation

    Ford is recalling certain 2023 E-450 vehicles because rear axle rotor bolts may be improperly tightened, risking wheel separation and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace affected assemblies at no charge.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V089000·2022-02-16

    Ford E-350 and E-450 Power Steering Hydraulic Defect Recall

    Ford is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles with dual rear wheels due to inadequate power steering line connections. This defect may cause sudden loss of power steering fluid, resulting in loss of steering and brake assist.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V175000·2020-03-23

    2021 Ford E-350 and E-450 wire harness may damage fuel pump and ABS

    Ford is recalling 2021 E-350 and E-450 vehicles because a rear wire harness may contact the frame and damage circuits for the fuel pump and anti-lock braking system, potentially causing engine stall or loss of braking control.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V367000·2018-06-01

    MORryde Recalls 2018 Ford E-450 Chassis Due to Loose U-Bolts

    MORryde is recalling 2018 Ford E-450 chassis modified for transit bus use because insufficiently tightened U-bolts may allow the rear axle to separate, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V269000·2017-04-21

    Ford E-450 Propane Conversion Kit Recall for Engine Stall Risk

    National Fleet Services of Ohio is recalling 2016 Ford E-450 vehicles with Roush propane kits because a faulty solenoid may cause the engine to shut off while driving.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V046000·2016-01-28

    Ford Recalls 2016 E-350 and E-450 Vans for Trailer Brake Failure

    Ford is recalling 2016 E-350 and E-450 vans with 6.8L engines and trailer brake controllers because the braking system may fail, increasing stopping distance.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V501000·2014-08-06

    Adrian Recalls 2012 Ford E-Series Vans Due to Propane Leak Risk

    Adrian Steel Company is recalling 28 model year 2012 Ford E-Series vans modified with propane kits. A metal reaction may cause a propane leak, increasing fire risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-150, E-250, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11E033000·2011-08-31

    Roush Recalls Propane Fuel Kits for Ford E-Series Vans

    Roush Industries is recalling aftermarket propane fuel kits for certain Ford E-Series vans due to improperly seated clips that could cause gas leaks and fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-350, E-450, E-150, E-250
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V450000·2011-08-31

    Roush Recalls Ford Vans with Propane Fuel System Defect

    Roush is recalling certain Ford E-series vans equipped with Roush CleanTech propane fuel systems due to improperly seated injector retention clips that could cause propane leaks and fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-350, E-450, E-150, E-250
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11E019000·2011-05-31

    Roush Recalls Liquid Propane Fuel System Kits for Ford E-Series Vans

    Roush is recalling aftermarket liquid propane fuel system kits for certain Ford E-Series vans because under-specified valves may leak propane, posing a fire risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-350, E-450, E-150, E-250
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V307000·2011-05-31

    Roush Performance Recalls 2011 Ford E-Series Vans with Propane Fuel Systems

    Roush Performance is recalling 2011 Ford E-Series vans with modified propane fuel systems due to a potential valve defect that could cause a leak and vehicle fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-150, E-250, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V246000·2011-04-20

    Ford Recalls 2011 E-Series Trucks for Driver Seat Track Defect

    Ford is recalling 2011 E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 trucks because the driver's power seat track worm gear may fracture under high loads, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-350, E-250, E-150, E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V793000·2025-11-17

    Ford E-350 and E-450 engine covers can become excessively hot

    Ford is recalling certain 2021 E-350 and E-450 vehicles that received an incomplete software update under recall 20V795, because the engine cover may become excessively hot.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-350, E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V925000·2022-12-14

    Ford F-59, E-350, and E-450 vehicles recalled for fuel tank corrosion

    Ford is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-59, E-350, and E-450 vehicles. Paint peeling on fuel tank welds can cause corrosion and fuel leaks, creating a fire risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, F-59, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V384000·2022-05-27

    Ford F-Series and E-Series Vehicles Missing Tire Information on Safety Labels

    Ford is recalling certain 2022 F-Series and 2023 E-Series vehicles whose Safety Certification Labels are missing tire size, rim type, and pressure values. The missing information could lead to incorrect tire selection or pressure, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-250 SD, E-250, E-150, F-350 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V795000·2020-12-17

    2021 Ford E-350 and E-450 Engine Cover Insulation Burn Hazard Recall

    Ford is recalling certain 2021 E-350 and E-450 vehicles due to mispositioned engine cover insulation that may cause excessive heat and burns to occupants.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V099000·2020-02-21

    2021 Ford E-350 Recalled for Rear Axle Differential Fluid Deficiency

    The 2021 Ford E-350 may have inadequate rear axle differential fluid, risking driveshaft separation and loss of drive. Ford will inspect and adjust or replace the rear axle assembly at no cost.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-550, E-450, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V466000·2019-06-18

    SVO Group Recalls 2017-2018 Ford E-350 and E-450 Shuttle Buses

    SVO Group is recalling 2017-2018 Ford E-350 and E-450 shuttle buses because backup camera images may reverse, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V401000·2019-05-29

    VCI Recalls Ambulances with Reversed Backup Camera Images

    VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists is recalling ambulances where backup camera monitors may revert to factory settings, causing reversed images and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    CHEVROLET — CHEVROLET, FORD C4500, E-450, F-450, redundant F-250
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V342000·2019-05-03

    Taylor Made Recalls 2017-2018 Ambulances with Whelen Brake Light Defect

    Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling 2017-2018 Ford and GMC-based ambulances because Whelen brake lights may illuminate without the brake pedal being pressed, potentially confusing other drivers.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, GMC E-450, F-450, G3500, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V313000·2019-04-18

    MobilityTrans Recalls Modified Ford and Ram Vans with Defective Foldaway Seats

    Mobility Transportation Services is recalling modified Ford and Ram vans because foldaway seats may not stay locked during a crash, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, RAM, MOBILITY SPECIALISTS E-350, E-250, PROMASTER, TRANSIT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V236000·2019-03-26

    Excellance Recalls 2018 Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles with Whelen Brake Lights

    Excellance is recalling 2018 ambulances and emergency vehicles because Whelen brake lights may illuminate without the brake pedal being pressed, potentially confusing other drivers.

    Product
    RAM — RAM, CHEVROLET, FORD 4500, G4500, C3500, E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V710000·2015-10-27

    Ford Recalls 2016 E-350 and E-450 Vans for Trailer Brake Defect

    Ford is recalling 2016 E-350 and E-450 vans because the trailer brake controller may fail to actuate trailer brakes, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V112000·2015-02-25

    Farber Specialty Vehicles Recalls Wheelchair Lifts Due to Cracking Risk

    Farber Specialty Vehicles is recalling specialty vehicles equipped with Ricon wheelchair lifts because the platform side plates may crack, posing a risk of injury.

    Product
    WINNEBAGO — WINNEBAGO, FREIGHTLINER, FORD WFJ33S, MBC, XCS, F-550 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V595000·2014-09-24

    Elkhart Coach Recalls Ford E-Series Vans with Ricon Wheelchair Lifts

    Elkhart Coach is recalling 2006-2014 Ford E-350 and E-450 vans equipped with specific Ricon wheelchair lifts because the platform side plates may crack, posing an injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V426000·2014-07-10

    Roush Recalls 2010-2012 Ford E-Series Vans Due to Propane Leak Risk

    Roush is recalling 2010-2012 Ford E-Series vans with specific propane conversion kits due to a potential fuel leak that could cause a fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-250, E-350, E-150, E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V584000·2012-12-12

    Creative Bus Sales Recalls Wheelchair Lifts on Chevrolet, Ford, and GMC Vans

    Creative Bus Sales is recalling 227 wheelchair-accessible vans because roll stop latches may bend, allowing occupants to fall from elevated lifts.

    Product
    CHEVROLET — CHEVROLET, FORD, GMC C5500, E-450, ECONOLINE 350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V445000·2011-08-26

    Ford Recalls 2011 E-Series Vans for Windshield Bubble Defect

    Ford is recalling 4,532 model year 2011 E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 vans because windshields may form bubbles in hot temperatures, potentially hindering driver visibility.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-450, E-150, E-250, E-350
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V128000·2010-04-02

    Ford E-350 and E-450 Transit Buses Recalled for Lift Restraint Defect

    Elkhart Coach is recalling Ford E-350 and E-450 transit buses because the wheelchair lift restraint belt may not latch securely, posing an injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-350, E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 2 open

  • EA26004 Engineering Analysis · open · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • PE25020 Preliminary Evaluation · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • RQ24014 Recall Query · electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
  • PE24019 Preliminary Evaluation · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
  • PE24014 Preliminary Evaluation · open · fuel system, diesel
  • RQ24008 Recall Query · fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors

Technical service bulletins

415 manufacturer service bulletins across 22 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.6/5 · 2 complaints
  • 2025: 4.7/5 · 2 complaints
  • 2024: 4.6/5 · 4 complaints
  • 2023: 4.4/5 · 2 complaints
  • 2022: 4.1/5 · 13 complaints · most complained-of: steering

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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