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1991-2023 · 29 model years

Ford E-250 Problems by year

Owners have filed 81 complaints about the Ford E-250 across 29 model years, and it has 77 recalls. The 2006 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (11), while 2016, 2017, 2022 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling, followed by the fuel system.

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Most complaints for its age200611 complaints · 30 recallsSee the 2006
Complaints
81
Recalls
77
Crashes
12
Fires
4
Injuries
15
Deaths
0

E-250 complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20230100-B
20221000Transmission & drivetrainA
20172000SteeringA
20161000SteeringA
20150100-A
201471110Engine & coolingF
2013111010Wheels & tiresF
201281111Electrical systemF
201161700Engine & coolingF
201091221BrakesF
200921810Engine & coolingF
200862120Wheels & tiresF
200762601AirbagsF
2006113010Equipment & accessoriesF
2005111031AirbagsF
200401800-F
20030700-D
20020400-C
20010300-B
20000400-C
19990500-C
19980400-C
19970300-B
19960300-B
19950300-B
19940300-B
19930300-B
19920300-B
19910100-A

Most common E-250 problems

Ford E-250 recalls 77

Latest E-250 complaints

2014 Ford E-250AirbagsCrash

The contact owns a 2014 Ford E-250. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle suddenly fishtailed, causing the rear passenger side of the vehicle to crash into an unknown object. The contact indicated that the vehicle would only operate in limp mode after the crash. After switching back to the drive position, the vehicle operated normally. During the crash, no injuries were reported, and no police report was filed. The contact used a scanner to determine that the PCU had malfunctioned...

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and needed to be replaced. The contact also discovered that electrical wires in the vehicle were damaged by rodents. A Number 6 Injector Wire was chewed out by rodents, and the contact independently replaced the wire however, the vehicle continued to misfire. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered and was referred to the NHTSA Hotline. The manufacturer was aware that there was a software issue with the PCU and that it was a known failure, and the contact was concerned due to Ford acknowledging there was a fatality due to this known failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 11655888
2008 Ford E-250Wheels & tires

I purchased DORMAN Replacement TPMS Sensors 974-050 from ROCKAUTO for my van. Installed less than 2 years and all are bad. ROCKAUTO stated they were wholesale closeout on only offer a 30 day warranty. Contact DORMAN and they stated LIFETIME and that ROCKAUTO should not have sold out of date sensors and to contact ROCKAUTO. After several emails to ROCKAUTO they basically say sorry out of warranty. The date code on the sensors are 11326-385 they were built in 2011. They should have some kind of law for selling outdated safety equipment. I have my Shipping Packing List , one sensor that I never installed and 4 of the 5 boxes.

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 11601030
2013 Ford E-250Other & unknown

HELLO I HAVE THIS 2013 FORD E250 VAN AND ITS STOP DRIVING AND TRANSMISSION STOP WORKING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND THERE IS A LINK SAY ITS HAS RECALL ON SAME PROBLEM LISTED ON RECALL BUT TODAY I WENT TO FORD DEALER AND THEY LOOK AND SAY THERE IS NO RECALL ON TRANSMISSION ISSUE PLEASE READ THIS LISTED ABOUT TRANSMISSION PLEASE HELP : 2009-2016 Ford Econoline Recalled For Loss Of Motive Power Issue Ford has issued a recall for 2009-2016 Ford Econoline / E-Series models over a transmission component that could...

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result in a motive power loss issue. The defect: affected vehicles contain a capacitive discharge weld within a coast clutch component in the transmission. A substandard weld may fatigue and fail, causing the loss of the ability to move the vehicle. All normal engine, braking, and steering functionality is unaffected. Reports indicate that the majority of weld failures occur when torque is highest, which is when the driver attempts to accelerate from a stop. The hazards: an elevated rate of loss of mobility in school bus and ambulance vehicle applications could present a unique risk to passengers or occupants including a loss of mobility in school bus applications may result in the transfer of unchaperoned children when the vehicle is immobilized in a roadway. Loss of vehicle mobility in ambulance applications may result in delay of patient treatment. Ford is unaware of any accidents resulting from this condition. Components: coast clutch capacitive discharge weld (inside transmission).

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11571064
2009 Ford E-250Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2009 Ford E-250. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be serviced and was informed that the catalytic converters and an unknown sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 95,484.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11513410
2013 Ford E-250Engine & coolingFuel system

The vehicle Blew a spark plug while driving. It took place right as I attempted to accelerate up to highway speed of 50 MPH. When I had it checked the mechanic said the number 3 plug was blown out and I had a busted injector. Vehicle mileage is 164k. The repair was over $1100.00 with none being covered under my full coverage insurance policy. I need to let others know what to expect from their Ford vehicle... Found out that this is a frequent problem with Ford Engines 5.4 Liter V-8..

Filed Incident Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11507184
2006 Ford E-250Other & unknown

When I go to the lake boating, I always remove my battery from the engine compartment and take it with me as a backup in case my boat battery should fail. on September 26, 2022, when leaving the lake, I reinstalled the battery bas I always do and closed the hood. It appeared closed when the hood surface aligned with the side panel. After leaving the boat ramp I turned onto FM 2272 and was accelerating to the posted speed limit of 55. At 40 mph, all of a sudden, the hood flew up into the windshield shattering it...

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from one side of the vehicle to the other. My view of the road was completely obstructed as I was covered in pieces of broken glass. Fortunately, I was able to see the white lane marker through the bottom of the windshield as there was about a 3-inch gap between the bottom of the hood and the bottom of the windshield so I could safely pull my vehicle off the roadway. I know I closed the hood before leaving the boat ramp and even if I hadn't fully closed the hood the secondary hood latch should have prevented the accident from occurring. The secondary. latch is not dependent on the release mechanism and is 100% a mechanical device requiring a person to physically push on the release lever under the hood in order to open it. Had the hood opened while I was on an interstate highway or at night the accident could have been fatal.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11486809

Questions about the Ford E-250

Which Ford E-250 years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2005 (11), 2006 (11), 2013 (11). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2006 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Ford E-250 years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2016, 2017, 2022 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other E-250 years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Ford E-250 problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the engine & cooling (15), fuel system (11), wheels & tires (11) most often.

How many recalls does the Ford E-250 have?

NHTSA lists 77 recalls across all Ford E-250 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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