- The problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Ford Econoline vehicles equipped with a 5R110W transmission, 5.4L engine, and a school bus or ambulance preparation package. A weld within the coast clutch may fail, causing an unexpected loss of drive power.
- The risk
- A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Transferring occupants of a disabled school bus or ambulance to another vehicle increases their risk of injury.
- The fix
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single-engaging coast one-way clutch with a new dual-engaging one-way clutch, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S20.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Ford Econoline Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Ford Econoline with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in June 2019 for the clutch assembly. For comparison, the 2011 has 0 and the 2013 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Econoline year, for its age
#360 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Ford Econoline problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2012 Ford Econoline recalls 1
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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2012 Ford Econoline
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Sped up a bit today get in front of my husband and as I did i noticed that all of a sudden I lost power. I wasn't able to go faster than 40 mph, and I wasn't able to go into gear.
Ford Econoline: every year compared
All Econoline years2012 Ford Econoline vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Econoline | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 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 Econoline
Does the 2012 Ford Econoline have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Ford Econoline: clutch assembly (June 2019). 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 Econoline?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Ford Econoline had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 1, 2025 and the latest on September 1, 2025. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Ford Econoline a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 77 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Ford Econoline 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 Econoline years have the most complaints?
1999 (300), 2000 (231), 2003 (215). See every Ford Econoline year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Ford Econoline 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