Ford E-450 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 74 owner complaints and 30 recalls on file for the Ford E-450 (2005–2027). The 2021 E-450 has the most serious complaints, most often about steering.

Complaints
74
Recalls
30
Model years
22
Worst year
2021

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Ford E-450 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.

Worst Ford E-450 years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2021 Ford E-450 — 27 complaints; top problem: Steering

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2014 (0 complaints).

Every Ford E-450 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2027 E-45000001—
2026 E-45020001Brakes
2025 E-45020000Transmission & Drivetrain
2024 E-45040000Engine
2023 E-45021003Suspension
2022 E-450130003Steering
2021 E-450270006Steering
2019 E-45050000Body & Structure
2018 E-45030004Steering
2017 E-45040002Transmission & Drivetrain
2016 E-45031004Body & Structure
2015 E-45020001Wheels & Tires
2014 E-45000003—
2013 E-45000002—
2012 E-45030004Wheels & Tires
2011 E-45010008Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2010 E-45000006—
2009 E-45011026Airbags
2008 E-45010004Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2007 E-45000005—
2006 E-45010004Engine
2005 E-45000001—

Most common Ford E-450 problem areas (all years)

  • Steering
    23 complaints
  • Brakes
    19 complaints
  • Engine
    14 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    9 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    8 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    7 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    6 complaints
  • Airbags
    4 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    4 complaints
  • Suspension
    4 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Ford E-450 received by NHTSA each month.

Ford E-450 recalls

  • Recall 26V118000Mar 3, 2026316 vehiclesModel years 2026–2027

    Risk: A backup alarm that fails to alert pedestrians and other vehicles of a reversing vehicle, increases the risk of crash or injury.

  • Recall 25V793000Nov 17, 20257,046 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Direct contact with certain areas of engine cover surface in the passenger compartment may increase the risk of injury or burns to the skin of the driver or front seat passenger.

  • Recall 24V097000Feb 9, 202416,543 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V925000Dec 14, 202211,074 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 22V792000Oct 20, 2022596 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: Wheel separation from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

  • 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 22V089000Feb 16, 202244,219 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V795000Dec 17, 202029,344 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Direct and continuous contact with certain areas of engine cover surface in the passenger compartment may increase the risk of injury or burns to the skin of the driver or front seat passenger.

  • Recall 20V175000Mar 23, 20202,871 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Damage to the fuel pump circuit in the wiring harness could result in an unexpected engine stall. Damage to the ABS wiring can lead to reduction of ABS functionality and a loss of roll stability control (RSC) functionality. These scenarios increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V099000Feb 21, 2020319 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied, unintended vehicle movement can occur and increase the risk of injury or crash.

  • Recall 19V466000Jun 18, 201952 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V401000May 29, 201922 vehiclesModel years 2005–2016

    Risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V342000May 3, 201917 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V313000Apr 18, 20192,080 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

  • Recall 19V236000Mar 26, 201936 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V367000Jun 1, 2018904 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: The loose U-bolts may further loosen or break allowing the axle to separate and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V269000Apr 21, 20178 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V046000Jan 28, 201675 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V710000Oct 27, 201565 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the trailer brakes are not activated when the towing vehicle is slowing down, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V112000Feb 25, 2015117 vehiclesModel years 2006–2013

    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 14V595000Sep 24, 2014437 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 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 12V584000Dec 12, 2012227 vehiclesModel years 2006–2011

    Risk: A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.

  • Recall 11V450000Aug 31, 2011101 vehiclesModel years 2010–2011

    Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

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