Ford E-250 problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 20 owner complaints and 26 recalls on file for the Ford E-250 (2006–2023).

Complaints: 20
Recalls: 26
Model years: 12
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Ford E-250 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Ford E-250 model year

Year	Complaints	Crashes	Recalls	Top problem
2023 E-250	0	0	1	—
2022 E-250	1	0	0	Transmission & Drivetrain
2016 E-250	1	0	0	Suspension
2014 E-250	3	1	11	Engine
2013 E-250	7	1	10	Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2012 E-250	1	0	11	Seats & Seat Belts
2011 E-250	0	0	15	—
2010 E-250	1	0	10	Body & Structure
2009 E-250	1	0	15	Engine
2008 E-250	2	0	15	Engine
2007 E-250	1	0	12	Airbags
2006 E-250	2	0	7	—

Most common Ford E-250 problem areas (all years)

Engine
5 complaints
Wheels & Tires
3 complaints
Airbags
2 complaints
Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2 complaints
Lighting
1 complaints
Seats & Seat Belts
1 complaints
Acceleration & Cruise Control
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Suspension
1 complaints
Transmission & Drivetrain
1 complaints

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Ford E-250 received by NHTSA each month.

Ford E-250 recalls

Recall 25V876000Dec 17, 202586 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 22V384000May 27, 20225,247 vehiclesModel years 2023
Risk: Missing tire information could lead to an incorrect tire or rim being installed, or incorrect tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V313000Apr 18, 20192,080 vehiclesModel years 2014
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Recall 19V125000Feb 26, 20193 vehiclesModel years 2008–2014
Risk: If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards towards the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Recall 16V350000May 24, 20162 vehiclesModel years 2006–2014
Risk: If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.
Recall 15V779000Nov 20, 2015278 vehiclesModel years 2006–2014
Risk: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Recall 15V763000Nov 17, 2015285 vehiclesModel years 2006–2014
Risk: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator. Additionally, if the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Recall 15V729000Nov 4, 2015667 vehiclesModel years 2006–2014
Risk: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Recall 14V706000Nov 5, 201434 vehiclesModel years 2006–2014
Risk: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Recall 14V617000Oct 3, 2014286 vehiclesModel years 2006–2014
Risk: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Recall 14V584000Sep 23, 201445 vehiclesModel years 2007–2014
Risk: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Recall 14V501000Aug 6, 201428 vehiclesModel years 2012
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recall 14V426000Jul 10, 201436 vehiclesModel years 2010–2012
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recall 14V232000May 2, 201414 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014
Risk: If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, then a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.
Recall 14V097000Mar 4, 2014343 vehiclesModel years 2011–2014
Risk: If the cylinder dislodges, a CNG leak may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 13V261000Jun 21, 201337 vehiclesModel years 2006–2012
Risk: If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and, if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.
Recall 11V450000Aug 31, 2011101 vehiclesModel years 2009–2011
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Recall 11V445000Aug 26, 20114,532 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: The presence of bubbles may hinder driver's visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 11V307000May 31, 201115 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.
Recall 11V246000Apr 20, 2011192 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: In the event of a crash or other circumstances of severe loading, the worm gear could fracture and allow the seat to shift unrestrained forward or backward increasing the risk and/or severity of injuries to the driver.
Recall 10V243000Jun 4, 201060 vehiclesModel years 2007–2009
Risk: When the platform overruns the vehicle floor level and stops at an angle from 15-20 degrees, it is possible for a person in a wheelchair to tip over and for someone standing on the platform to fall, possibly resulting in injuries.
Recall 10V242000Jun 4, 201060 vehiclesModel years 2007–2009
Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move without the restraint belt properly buckled.
Recall 10V206000May 13, 2010156 vehiclesModel years 2008–2009
Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move without the restraint belt properly buckled.
Recall 10V207000May 10, 201074 vehiclesModel years 2008–2009
Risk: When the platform overruns the vehicle floor level and stops at an angle from 15-20 degrees, it is possible for a person in a wheelchair to tip over and for someone standing on the platform to fall, possibly resulting in injuries.
Recall 10V153000Apr 15, 201065 vehiclesModel years 2007–2009
Risk: When the platform overruns the vehicle floor level and stops at an angle from 15-20 degrees, it is possible for a person in a wheelchair to tip over and for someone standing on the platform to fall, possibly resulting in injuries.

Other Ford models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology