- The problem
- Farber Specialty Vehicles (Farber) is recalling various specialty vehicles modified by Farber and equipped with model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
- The 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.
- The fix
- Farber will notify owners to take their vehicles to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2015. Owners may contact Farber customer service at 1-800-331-3188, or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Farber's number for this recall is 14E-041.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Ford E-450 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2012 Ford E-450 with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (3) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in February 2015 for the equipment adaptive / mobility. For comparison, the 2011 has 7 and the 2013 has 12.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical E-450 year, for its age
#259 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Ford E-450 problems
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2012 Ford E-450 recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Elkhart Coach (Elkhart) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-350 and Ford E-450 vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to May 1, 2014 and equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
- The 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.
- The fix
- Elkhart will notify owners to take the vehicles to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2014. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Owners may also contact Elkhart customer service at 1-574-264-5179. This recall has been superseded by campaign 15V-768.
- The problem
- Adrian Steel Company (Adrian) is recalling certain model year 2012 Ford E-150, E-250 and E-350 Commercial Cargo Vans modified by Adrian between September 21, 2012, to September 24, 2012. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain propane fuel system conversion kits with an aluminum fuel line fitting manufactured by Roush CleanTech. Due to a reaction between the different metals, the affected kits may develop a propane leak where the aluminum fuel line fitting contacts the brass supply valve housing.
- The risk
- A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Adrian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum fuel line fittings with stainless steel fittings, free of charge. The recall began during July 2014. Owners may contact Adrian customer service at 1-800-677-2726.
- The problem
- Roush Performance Products, Inc. (Roush) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford E-150 Wagons and Cargo Vans, E-250 Cargo Vans and Extended Cargo Vans, E-350 Wagons, Extended Wagons, Cargo Vans, and Extended Vans, and E-450 Cutaway models. These models were modified by Roush to be equipped with certain propane fuel system conversion kits manufactured January 2011 to August 2012 with an aluminum fuel line fitting. Due to a reaction between the different metals, the affected kits may develop a propane leak where the aluminum fuel line fitting contacts the brass supply valve housing.
- The risk
- A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Roush will notify owners and will replace the aluminum fuel line fittings with new stainless steel fittings, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2014. Owners may contact Roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874.
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4 complaints about the 2012 Ford E-450
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The contact owns a 2012 Forest River Sunseeker built on a 2012 Ford E-450 chassis, equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: LTX MS2, Tire Size: LT225/75/R16. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal vibration in the front end. The contact became aware that the driver's side front tire belt was going through the side wall. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who changed another tire. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The tire failure mileage was approximately 13,000. The vehicle failure mileage was unknown.
While driving on the interstate the motor block blew. There was a loud, fast clicking noise followed by clunking and smoke from under the vehicle. All fluids were good but there was a few drops of oil on the ground. The mechanic said it was a manufacture defect that he has previously seen. The vehicle was maintained and thoroughly checked before the road trip.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford e-450. The contact stated that the passenger's side rear lug nut loosened causing the wheel hub to detach from the vehicle. The contact stated that the wrong type of wheel was installed on the vehicle. The contact stated that an aluminum wheel was installed on the vehicle instead of the required steel wheel. The contact stated that vehicle specs called for a hub centric wheel. The vehicle was towed to an rv center to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was caused...
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by the incorrect wheel being installed on the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The manufacturer confirmed that the wrong style wheel was installed on the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 16,600. *Ln*jb*dt*jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford e-450 (n/a). The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the rear tires were flat. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was found that the failure was due to the wheel simulators severing the valve stems. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was not available. *Tr
Ford E-450: every year compared
All E-450 years2012 Ford E-450 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford E-450 | 4 | 4 | B | |
| 2012 Ford Edge | 1,135 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Ford Escape | 604 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Ford Escape Hev | 600 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 119 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Ford E-350 P15 | 16 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Ford E-350 P12 | 16 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Ford E-150 | 12 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2012 Ford E-250 | 8 | 11 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2012 Ford E-450
Does the 2012 Ford E-450 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2012 Ford E-450: equipment adaptive / mobility (February 2015); equipment adaptive / mobility (September 2014); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (August 2014); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (July 2014). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ford E-450?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (3), transmission & drivetrain (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Ford E-450 had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 6, 2014 and the latest on October 24, 2022. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Ford E-450 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 62 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Ford E-450 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Ford E-450 years have the most complaints?
1999 (73), 2000 (42), 2005 (33). See every Ford E-450 year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Ford E-450 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data