2004 FORD E-150
6 recalls, 36 complaints - 61 TSBs
11E047000 Nov 8, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL TANKS THAT COULD BE INSTALLED INTO MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2008 E-150, E-250, AND E-350 VANS AND WAGONS. THE AFFECTED FUEL TANKS HAVE AN EXTRA OBDII SENSOR HOLE ON THE TOP OF THE TANK THAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SEALED AND MAY LEAK FUEL.
Consequence
A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANKS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-800-232-5952.
09V100000 Mar 27, 2009
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
VAN CONVERSIONS IS RECALLING 52 MY 2004-2007 FORD E-150, E-250 E-350 AND MY 2006 GM SAVANNA 3500 VANS BUILT ON FORD AND GM CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LI... Read more
Consequence
A LIFT OCCUPANT CAN BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT BEGIN TO STOW UNINTENTIONALLY.
Remedy
VAN CONVERSIONS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR VAN CONVERSIONS AT 610-837-0707.
09V102000 Mar 27, 2009
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
VAN CONVERSIONS IS RECALLING 74 MY 2004-2007 FORD E-150, E-250 E-350 AND MY 2006 GM SAVANNA 3500 VANS BUILT ON FORD AND GM CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM... Read more
Consequence
THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.
Remedy
VAN CONVERSIONS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR VAN CONVERSIONS AT 610-837-0707.
06E056000 Jun 13, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE... Read more
Consequence
FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
04V445000 Sep 13, 2004
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN VANS, THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT MATERIAL PROCESS RESULTED IN AN AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT THAT CAN SMOLDER OR BURN. THIS CHANGE IN FILTER PAPER COMPOSITION COMBINED WITH THE CONFIGURATION OF THE AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM, MAY ALLOW HOT CARBON PARTICLES TO CONTACT THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT DURING CER... Read more
Consequence
THESE HOT PARTICLES MAY IGNITE THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM DAMAGE OR UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO FORD IS EXTENDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY (FOR A ONE TIME REPLACEMENT) OF THE ABS MODULE FOR A TOTAL OF 10 YEARS OR 150,000 MILES FROM THE WARRANTY START... Read more
04V444000 Sep 13, 2004
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN VANS, A DIODE IN THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE MAY EXPERIENCE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT.
Consequence
THE ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY CAUSE AN ABS MALFUNCTION THAT WOULD ILLUMINATE THE ABS WARNING LIGHT, OR THE MODULE MAY OVERHEAT RESULTING IN A BURNING ODOR, SMOKE, AND/OR FIRE. THIS CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN OR UNATTENDED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FUSE IN THE ABS CIRCUIT AND INSTALL A HEAT SHIELD OVER THE ABS MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO FORD IS EXTENDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY (FOR A ONE TIME REPLACEMENT) OF THE ABS MODULE FOR A TOTAL OF 10 YEA... Read more
Complaint Statistics
36 total complaints
2 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS | 2 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:COIL | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:COIL
Jul 24, 2025
Incident date: Jul 10, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed and it was determined that the spark plugs needed to be replaced. The v... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 4, 2016
Incident date: Feb 10, 2016
VIBERATION IN REAR AND CLUNKING NOISR IN REAR WHEN STOPPING AT LIGHT THEN TAKING OF WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN
ENGINE
Aug 17, 2015
Incident date: Jul 13, 2015
2004 FORD 4.6L ENGINE: #2 SPARK PLUG EJECTED FROM CYLINDER HEAD. ~$700 TO REPAIR!!!
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 8, 2015
Incident date: Jun 2, 2015
THERE ARE TONS OF DRIVERS ON PUBLIC ROADS USING OFF ROAD LED LIGHT BARS AND USING AMPLIFIED HID HEADLIGHTS. THEY ARE SO BRIGHT I HAVE TO BLOCK THE LIGHT WITH MY HANDS WHEN THEY DRIVE BY. I KNOW THIS IS ILLEGAL. IT IS TERRIBLY UNSAFE. WHY ARE THERE NOT LAWS BEING ENFORCED TO PREVENT THEIR USE ON THE ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 26, 2015
Incident date: Apr 3, 2015
AT THE POINT I REACH 40 MPH TRUCK SHIFTS TO NEUTRAL, HAVE TO PULL OVER SAFELY AND TAKE TRUCK OUT OF OVERDRIVE TO GET HOME. VERY DANGEROUS WHEN TRAVELING AT THAT RATE OF SPEED. DID SOME OF MY OWN INVESTIGATING AND FOUND MANY WEBSITE HAVE ANGRY PEOPLE WHO ALSO OWN SAME VEHICLES WITH VERY LOW MILEAGE. ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 14, 2014
Incident date: Apr 12, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE CAUSING PREMATURE WEARING OF THE TIRES. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT END SPRINGS WERE COMPLETELY FRACTURED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUF... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Mar 5, 2014
Incident date: Oct 16, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW INDEPENDENTLY OPENED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL MONTHS LATER ON THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO STATED THAT BOTH WINDOW REGULATOR ASSEMBLIES WOULD NEED TO BE REPAIRED. ... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 10, 2013
Incident date: Sep 1, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD E-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A PRIVATE MECHANIC ATTEMPTED TO REMOVE THE SPARK PLUGS BUT THEY WERE FUSED TO THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS EVENTUALLY REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 118,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
POWER TRAIN
Jul 23, 2013
Incident date: Jul 23, 2013
TODAY WAS DRIVING NORMALLY ON THE SIDE ROAD NOT TOWING & IN OVERDRIVE WHEN AROUND 40MPH THE OVERDRIVE DISENGAGED & STARTS REVVING LIKE IT'S IN NEUTRAL. I PULL OVER & PUT IT INTO PARK & THEN BACK INTO OVERDRIVE & START DRIVING ONCE AGAIN & SAME THING HAPPENED THREE TIMES. LUCKILY THERE WAS A SERVICE ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mar 13, 2011
Incident date: Mar 13, 2011
DURING THE WINTER MONTHS OUR 2004, FORD, E150, VAN HAS HAD OCCASIONAL YET COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE SEVERAL TIMES. TYPICALLY, IT HAS HAPPENED WHEN IT WAS VERY COLD -10F AND TYPICALLY SLOWER SPEEDS 10-15MPH BUT TODAY IT WAS 30 F AND SPEEDS WERE 45-50 MPH AS WE WERE COMING DOWN A MOUNTAIN PASS IN COLORA... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Jul 8, 2010
Incident date: Jun 28, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD E-150. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR HAD SUDDENLY OPENED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE DOOR HINGES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THERE W... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Apr 23, 2010
Incident date: Mar 15, 2010
MY 2004 F-150 HAS A WINDOW REGULATOR GO OUT FOR THE SECOND TIME THIS IS A REAL ISSUE IT IS A HAZARD TO MY CHILDREN AND A REAL BIG COST TO ME BEING 300 DOLLAR BOTH TIMES I HAD TO REPLACE IT NEED TO BE RECALLED WHAT A BIG DISAPPOINTMENT CAN YOU HELP ME IN THIS MATTER THANK YOU. *TR
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Nov 18, 2009
Incident date: Jun 23, 2009
DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE IN 2004 FORD F150 XLT WITH APPROX. 70K MILES AND INADVERTENTLY LOWERED REAR WINDOW. WHEN I WENT TO CLOSE THE WINDOW, I HEARD A LOUD CRACK AND REALIZED THAT THE WINDOW WAS NOT GOING BACK UP. AFTER PULLING OFF ONTO THE SHOULDER TO INSPECT WHAT HAD OCCURRED, I SAW THAT MY REAR... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 26, 2008
Incident date: Dec 23, 2008
REPEATED VEHICLE BRAKE FAILURE. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 19, 2008
Incident date: May 19, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD E150. THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH WAS DISCONNECTED APPROXIMATELY 6-8 MONTHS AGO. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH FORD A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR ANOTHER FOUR MONTHS. THERE HAD BEEN NO FAILURE TO DATE. ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jan 7, 2008
Incident date: Jan 1, 2006
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD E150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES WERE INOPERABLE . THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE AND AS OF SPRADLEY BARR FORD JANUARY 7, 2008, THE DEALER HAD NOT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 57,650 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Dec 29, 2007
Incident date: Oct 28, 2007
FOR THE LAST 3 MONTHS, MY SEAT BELT WARNING BEEP HAS BEEN ON WHETHER I HAVE MY SEAT BELT ON OR OFF. THE DEALER SHIP WHERE I BOUGHT THIS VAN, WHICH IS BILL COLLINS FORD, HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO HELP WITH THIS PROBLEM. ALSO MY DVD PLAYER STOPPED WORKING AND THE 3 ROW SEAT BELT STRAP HAS BROKE OFF. *TR
SEAT BELTS
Dec 29, 2007
Incident date: Oct 28, 2007
FOR THE LAST 3 MONTHS, MY SEAT BELT WARNING BEEP HAS BEEN ON WHETHER I HAVE MY SEAT BELT ON OR OFF. THE DEALER SHIP WHERE I BOUGHT THIS VAN, WHICH IS BILL COLLINS FORD, HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO HELP WITH THIS PROBLEM. ALSO MY DVD PLAYER STOPPED WORKING AND THE 3 ROW SEAT BELT STRAP HAS BROKE OFF. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 27, 2007
Incident date: Aug 15, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD ECONOLINE E150. HE RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTIFICATION LETTER IN AUGUST 2007 ON THE FORD VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THE LETTER IS FRAUDULENT AND MISLEADING AND THE DEALER LEAD HIM TO BELIEVE THAT A REPAIR WAS GOING TO BE MADE DURING HIS APPO... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
May 5, 2007
Incident date: Apr 30, 2007
BOLTS FALLING OFF OF BRAKES THAT HOLD CALIPER ON. I HAVE A TOTAL OF 12 2004 FORD E-150 AND 1 2004 FORD EXPEDITION. 3 OF MY E-250'S AND THE EXPEDITION HAS ALL HAD THIS HAPPEN TO THEM. WHAT HAPPENS IS THAT IT SOUNDS LIKE THE BRAKE PADS ARE WORN DOWN TO METAL ON METAL, WHEN BRAKES WERE CHECKED FOR THE ... Read more
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Feb 20, 2007
Incident date: Feb 16, 2007
I WAS DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE 91 IN MASS. DOING 65 MILES PER HOUR AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE UNTIL I FELT A SLIGHT VIBRATION AND WITH NO WARNING MY REAR RIGHT WHEEL JUST SNAPPED OFF. I WAS LUCKY TO BE ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND KEEP IT FROM ROLLING OVER OR CREATING A PILE UP OF TRAFFIC. WHEN I HAD GO... Read more
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Dec 23, 2005
Incident date: May 27, 2005
CONSUMER 2004 FORD E150 WHEEL CAME OFF. LUG NUTS BROKE. *TS *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Nov 28, 2005
Incident date: Nov 16, 2005
WHEN DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY WITH THE VEHICLE SPEED CRUISE CONTROL ON, THE COMPONENT WILL SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. I HAVE BROUGHT THE AUTO BACK TO THE DEALER TWICE WITH THIS COMPLAINT, BOTH TIMES I WAS TOLD THAT THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED. BOTH TIMES THE COMPONENT FAILED AGAIN WHILE IN USE. I WILL BE BRING... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Aug 19, 2005
Incident date: Jul 25, 2005
ON JULY 25, 2005 AT @ 10:00AM [XXX] WAS OPERATING MY 2004 FORD EXPLORER XLT (4 DOOR) VIN NO.: [XXX]. SHE WAS INTENDING TO BACK OUT OF THE STONE DRIVEWAY OF HER RESIDENCE LOCATED AT [XXX].DUE TO IT BEING A STONE DRIVEWAY, IT IS HER PRACTICE TO INTIALLY PROCEED 1-2 FEET FORWARD, THEN PUT THE CAR IN ... Read more
Crash
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Aug 5, 2005
Incident date: Aug 1, 2004
PURCHASED A NEW 2004 FORD E 150 VAN. SIDE ENTRY DOORS DO NOT SHUT CORRECTLY. WHEN DRIVING, THE DOORS RATTLE, INDICATING THEY ARE NOT LATCHING CORRECTLY. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF PASSENGERS AND THE POSSIBILITY OF THE DOORS COMING OPEN. CONTACTED FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND WAS TOLD THEY WERE AW... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Jun 28, 2005
Incident date: May 28, 2005
I RENTED A FORD PASSENGER VAN, THAT U-HAUL CORP CONVERTED TO A CARGO VAN. WHILE INSIDE OF THE CARGO AREA, WIND BLEW THE DOOR SHUT. I COULD NOT OPEN THE DOOR BECAUSE OF THE CHILD SAFETY LOCKS. IN ORDER TO ESCAPE I WAS FORCED TO BREAK OUT A WINDOW. NO INSTRUCTIONS WERE GIVEN THAT THE CHILD SAFETY LOCK... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Jun 27, 2005
Incident date: Nov 2, 2004
CUSTOMER CAR FAILED ON 11-02-2004. THE ABS LIGHTS IN PANEL BOARD WERE ALWAYS ON. CUSTOMER TOOK CAR TO DEALER TO CHECK BRAKES. DEALER SAID IT WAS A SENSOR, AND THEY CHANGED IT. EVEN THOUGH SENSOR WAS CHANGED IT KEPT ON LIGHTING UP. TWO OR THREE MONTHS AGO CUSTOMER BRAKES DID NOT FUNCTION. TOOK IT TO... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jun 27, 2005
Incident date: Nov 2, 2004
CUSTOMER CAR FAILED ON 11-02-2004. THE ABS LIGHTS IN PANEL BOARD WERE ALWAYS ON. CUSTOMER TOOK CAR TO DEALER TO CHECK BRAKES. DEALER SAID IT WAS A SENSOR, AND THEY CHANGED IT. EVEN THOUGH SENSOR WAS CHANGED IT KEPT ON LIGHTING UP. TWO OR THREE MONTHS AGO CUSTOMER BRAKES DID NOT FUNCTION. TOOK IT TO... Read more
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Jun 16, 2005
Incident date: Nov 24, 2004
DT: 2004, FORD, ECONOLINE 150. THE BENCH SEAT WOULD TIP OVER WITH THE CONSUMERS DAUGHTER IN IT BECAUSE SHE COULD NOT FIT IN THE CAPTAINS CHAIR. WHILE SHE WAS SITTING ON THE BENCH SEAT, IT TIPPED OVER WITH HER IN IT, CAUSING HER TO FALL OUT OF THE SEAT. THIS HAPPENED TO HER THREE TIMES. EACH TIME ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
May 31, 2005
Incident date: Mar 16, 2005
WE PURCHASED OUR 2004 FORD EXPEDITION IN JULY, TOOK IT TO FLORIDA ON VACATION AND WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE IT STARTED SHUDDERING. WHEN WE FINALLY GOT IT STOPPED (THE BRAKES JUST WOULDN'T WORK) WE CHECKED FOR A FLAT TIRE - NOTHING. THE NEXT OCCURANCE WAS THE FIRST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER, WE TOOK ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 16, 2004
Incident date: Dec 4, 2004
SIRS, I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2004 FORD F-150 SUPERCAB TRUCK. SINCE I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE IT HAS SHUT OFF SIXTEEN TIMES. ON ONE OCCASION I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. I WAS LUCKY AND DID NOT HAVE AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE FILE THIS COMPLAINT, BECAUSE I HAVE LEARNED THIS IS A WIDE SPREAD PRO... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
Oct 7, 2004
Incident date: Sep 15, 2004
WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE AND VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ,AND REPLACED THEM. HOWEVER,... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Oct 7, 2004
Incident date: Sep 15, 2004
WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE AND VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ,AND REPLACED THEM. HOWEVER,... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Sep 16, 2004
Incident date: Mar 6, 2004
FIRST APPLICATION OF BRAKES AFTER BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVE WAY RATTLING NOISE IN BRAKE LINES AT THE ABS CONTROL MANIFOLD, IT IS HYD. PRESS. BLEEDING OFF, BRAKE PEDAL STARTS TO GO DOWN, I HAVE EXP. WITH HYD. AND KNOW THAT, THE VIBRATION IN THE LINE WILL CAUSE FITTINGS TO FAIL AT THE VALVE UNDER THE ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Jul 12, 2004
Incident date: Jun 21, 2004
WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE MECHANIC STATED THE FAILURE OCCURRED DUE TO THE INCORRECT ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 30, 2004
Incident date: Jan 10, 2004
MY 5.4 LITER HAS TERRIBLE THROTTLE RESPONSE AT LOW SPEEDS. THE MOTOR HAS A LONG LAG TIME, FROM THE TIME YOU PRESS THE GAS PEDAL UNTIL THE MOTOR REVS AND THE TRUCK TAKES OFF. I HAVE BEEN IN A COUPLE OF CLOSE CALLS OR NEAR MISSES DUE TO THIS. IF IN AN EMERGENCY OPERATION YOU NEED TO STEP ON THE GAS AN... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 FORD E-150
61 manufacturer communications from 60 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 8 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL | 4 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER | 3 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 2 |
SSM 51909
Sep 7, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
When performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving MERCON SP, MERCON LV has replaced all versions of MERCON SP and can be used going forward. Mixing MERCON LV and MERCON SP in the same transmission is acceptable. After 30-J
ASI-44534
May 1, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD: WHEN SHIFTING BETWEEN PARK, REVERSE AND/OR DURING 2-3 SHIFT, AN INTERMITTENT CLUNK OCCURS WITH A TORQSHIFT TRANSMISSION. MODEL 2003-2014 F-SUPER DUTY, E SERIES, EXCURSION, F-53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS, LOW CAB FORWARD. *P
ASI-44404
Feb 1, 2014
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
FORD: ON SOME TRUCKS, THERE IS A NO CRANK SITUATION AND IF VOLTAGE ON TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR AT PIN 21, IS LESS THAN 5 VOLTS, DISCONNECT THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CLUTCH, ELECTRONICALLY, AND RECHECK VOLTAGE. MODEL 2003-2007 F SUPER DUTY,
ASI-44404
Feb 1, 2014
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
FORD: ON SOME TRUCKS, THERE IS A NO CRANK SITUATION AND IF VOLTAGE ON TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR AT PIN 21, IS LESS THAN 5 VOLTS, DISCONNECT THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CLUTCH, ELECTRONICALLY, AND RECHECK VOLTAGE. MODEL 2003-2007 F SUPER DUTY,
19728
Apr 1, 2007
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
LACK OF POWER DUE TO LOW FUEL PRESSURE - FUEL TANK LINER SEPERATION. *KB
19621
Feb 1, 2007
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
LACK OF POWER DUE TO LOW FUEL PRESSURE, FUEL TANK LINER SEPERATION. *KB
19527
Dec 1, 2006
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT NEEDED. *KB
19375
Sep 1, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
WATCH FOR OIL FLOW FROM THE BASE ENGINE OIL PUMP. VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6.0L DIESEL ENGINE. *KB
19247
Jun 1, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
OIL FLOW FROM THE BASE ENGINE OIL PUMP. *KB
06310
Jan 1, 2006
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
WATER-IN-FUEL (WIF) LAMP ON. *TT
04194
Jan 1, 2006
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WATER-IN-FUEL (WIF) LAMP. *TT
19015
Jan 1, 2006
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
FUEL CONDITIONER. LOW POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, FUEL GELLING IN COLD WEATHER, EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE ON COLD START, HARD START, OR COKING OF COMPONENTS EXPOSED TO EXHAUST. *TT
19019
Jan 1, 2006
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE - 6.0L DIESEL WITH SINGLE ALTERNATOR. *TT
052623
Jan 1, 2006
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
COOLANT DEGAS BOTTLE OVERFLOW - 6.0L. *TT
052625
Jan 1, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MISFIRE, LACK OF POWER, BUCK/JERK, EXCESSIVE SMOKE OR CRANK/NO START. *TT
041601
Nov 14, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT
05215
Oct 31, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BUCK/JERK OR SURGE - 6.0L VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 8/22/2005. *TT
051713
Oct 7, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
COOLANT DEGAS BOTTLE OVERFLOW. *TT
18845
Sep 1, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
FLUTTER NOISE ON DECELERATION. *TT
18822
Sep 1, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TORQSHIFT TRANSMISSION - INTERMITTENT CLUNK WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE GEAR OR DRIVE GEAR TO PARK. MULTIPLE VEHICLES. FORD OASIS. TO INCLUDE 2006 FORD F-53. *TT
04B24
Aug 18, 2005
100000 POWER TRAIN
LOW/REVERSE GEAR SET PINION SHAFT(S) THAT MAY WALK OUT, CAUSING METALLIC PARTICLE CONTAMINATION. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 04B24. TRANSMISSION REVERSE PLANET REPLACEMENT. *TT SUPPLEMENT #1 AND #2. *TT SUPPLEMENT #3. *TT
18734
Jul 1, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0488 SET AFTER REFLASH. *TT
18735
Jul 1, 2005
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT - CHASSIS CAB INCOMPLETE VEHICLES. *TT
0582
Jun 7, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INOPERATIVE AND A/C NOT COOLING. *TT
18694
Jun 1, 2005
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
LACK OF POWER AND/OR DTC P2263 OR P0299 AFTER TURBOCHARGER REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT
18598
May 1, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
INTERMITTENT CRANK NO START DUE TO AN EGR THROTTLE PLATE THAT IS STUCK CLOSED. THE ENGINE MAY SEEM LIKE IT HAS NO COMPRESSION DUE TO A FASTER THAN NORMAL CRANKING SPEED OF GREATER THAN 200 RPM. DTC P0488 OR P1334 MAY OR MAY NOT BE PRESENT
18525
Apr 1, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BUCK/JERK, LACKS POWER, BLACK SMOKE, ROLLING IDLE, SURGE, MIL ON, AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P2263, P0299, OR P0401. *TT
18397
Feb 1, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
LACK OF POWER, SURGE, AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P2263 OR P0299. *TT
05248
Jan 1, 2005
020000 SUSPENSION
VIBRATION/HARSHNESS ABOVE 45 MPH (72 KM/H) AFTER TIRE BALANCE. *TT
18362
Jan 1, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
LACK OF POWER OR RUNS ROUGH CONDITION, AND/OR THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH EGR RELATED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (P0401, P0402, P0403, P0404, P0405, OR P0406). *TT
18384
Jan 1, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
POPPING OR QUAVERING FROM RADIO ON THE AM BAND. *TT
05139
Jan 1, 2005
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
DIESEL EXHAUST SMELL IN CAB-6.0L ENGINE. *SC
05249
Jan 1, 2005
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
COOLANT DEGAS BOTTLE OVERFLOW. *TT
04N03
Oct 1, 2004
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 04N03. ADDITIONAL WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM MODULE. *TT
18250
Oct 1, 2004
100000 POWER TRAIN
INTERMITTENT CLUNK ON 3-2 DOWNSHIFT DURING COASTDOWN/TIP-IN. OASIS. TO INCLUDE 2005 F-150, E-SERIES AND EXPEDITION. *TT
031404
Aug 23, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE MISFIRE OR RUNNING - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIPS. TO INCLUDE VARIOUS 2005 MODELS. * AR THIS ARTICLE 04161 SUPERSEDES TSB 03-14-04.
18101
Aug 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INSUFFICIENT CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT FOR MODIFIED VEHICLE USE. *TT
18051
Aug 1, 2004
100000 POWER TRAIN
DELAYED/HARSH FORWARD OR REVERSE ENGAGEMENTS. *TT
18069
Aug 1, 2004
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
LOW POWER AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0299 OR P2263 - TURBOCHARGER DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIP. *TT
18115
Aug 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS SUCH AS HARD START, NO START, HESITATION, RUNS ROUGH, ERRATIC SHIFTS, AND THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH A VARIETY OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. WIRING HARNESS CHAFING. *TT
17949
Jul 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P2195, P2916, P2197 AND/OR P2198. *TT
17874
Jun 1, 2004
100000 POWER TRAIN
DELAYED/HARSH FORWARD OR REVERSE ENGAGEMENTS. *TT
17885
Jun 1, 2004
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
LACK OF POWER AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P2263 AFTER TURBOCHARGER REPLACEMENT. *TT
03146
May 17, 2004
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
ENGINE OIL DILUTED WITH FUEL, RUNS ROUGH AND/OR A LOW POWER CONDITION. *TT
0484
May 3, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CHASSIS COMPONENT TORQUE UPDATE FOR E-COATED FRAMES. *TT
17820
May 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P2195 AND/OR P2197. *TT
17777
May 1, 2004
022140 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
REAR LEAF SPRING NOISE. *TT
17733
Apr 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) CONNECTOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION - SERVICE TIP. *TT
17727
Apr 1, 2004
100000 POWER TRAIN
CLUNK OR POP ON INITIAL ENGAGEMENT FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE AT APPROXIMATELY 2-3 MPH. VARIOUS MODLES INCLUDING 2004 ECONOLINE. *TT
17695
Apr 1, 2004
010000 STEERING
STEERING WHEEL NIBBLE 50-65 MPH. *TT
17631
Mar 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AIR BAG LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B1866 OR B1935. *TT
17597
Mar 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
LOW ENGINE RPM AND/OR OTHER DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS WHEN PERFORMING A LONG DECELERATION IN MANUAL SECOND OR THIRD GEAR. CUT-AWAY/CHASSIS CAB VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6.0L DIESEL ENGINE BUILT BEFORE 2/27/2004. *TT
17520
Jan 1, 2004
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
CLUNK FROM FRONT SUSPENSION. *TT
03236
Nov 24, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) B1876, B1880, B1915 AND/OR B1920 AIRBAG ELECTRONIC CRASH SENSOR (ECS) MODULE ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AFTERMARKET HIGH CURRENT DEVICES. *TT
17320
Nov 1, 2003
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
BROKEN EXHAUST MANIFOLD STUDS. *TT
03261
Jan 5, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT
19099
Apr 28, 2006
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
P0404 SERVICE TIP. *TT
19082
Apr 28, 2006
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LACK OF POWER OR MIL ON - TURBOCHARGER STICKING - REVISED DIAGNOSTICS. *TT
06213
Mar 13, 2006
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
WHITE SMOKE, LACKS POWER, EXHAUST ODOR, SURGES, RUNS ROUGH, OR NO START - 6.0L. *TT
062318
Dec 20, 2006
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
SLOW FUEL FILL ON VEHICLES WITH A 4.6L OR 5.4L ENGINE AND MID-SHIP FUEL TANK. *KB
071110
Sep 19, 2007
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
BRAKE BOOSTER SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT A BRAKE PEDAL KICKBACK AND/OR GRABBING CONDITION WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. *NJ
NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD E-150
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE96072
Opened: Dec 5, 1996 , Closed: Apr 29, 1997
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
There is no summary currently available
PE93015
Opened: Mar 9, 1993 , Closed: Jul 27, 1993
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
FORD E-150 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD E-150 across all model years (1991, 2023).
169
Total Recalls
1,311
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
81
Reported Crashes
68
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
FORD E-150 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 11 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 10 | View |
| 2014 | 6 | 9 | View |
| 2013 | 5 | 29 | View |
| 2012 | 7 | 19 | View |
| 2011 | 12 | 30 | View |
| 2010 | 8 | 14 | View |
| 2009 | 13 | 10 | View |
| 2008 | 17 | 12 | View |
| 2007 | 18 | 15 | View |
| 2006 | 15 | 22 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 24 | View |
| 2004 (current) | 6 | 36 | |
| 2003 | 6 | 31 | View |
| 2002 | 3 | 37 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 52 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 61 | View |
| 1999 | 5 | 115 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 81 | View |
| 1997 | 5 | 122 | View |
| 1996 | 3 | 81 | View |
| 1995 | 3 | 104 | View |
| 1994 | 7 | 180 | View |
| 1993 | 4 | 95 | View |
| 1992 | 4 | 86 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 20 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1989 | 0 | 2 | View |