2011 FORD E-250
17 recalls, 9 complaints - 37 TSBs
25V876000 Dec 17, 2025
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:
Defect Description
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraint... Read more
Consequence
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
16V350000 May 24, 2016
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, E-350, and 2015 Ford Transit vans equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additiona... Read more
Consequence
If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of ... Read more
Remedy
New England will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2016. Owners may contact New England customer service at 1... Read more
15V779000 Nov 20, 2015
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
New England Wheels is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, and E-350 cargo vans modified to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts built by the Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have... Read more
Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy
New England Wheels will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2016. Owners may contact New England Wheels cust... Read more
15V763000 Nov 17, 2015
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affec... Read more
Consequence
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. Additionally, if the bearings move out of position, the stowed... Read more
Remedy
Mobility Specialists 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 November 13, 2015. Owners may contact Mob... Read more
15V729000 Nov 4, 2015
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
MobilityWorks (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans modified by MobilityWorks to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with fold... Read more
Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy
MobilityWorks will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2015. Owners may contact MobilityWorks customer ser... Read more
14V706000 Nov 5, 2014
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply (Cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, Chevrolet Express, 2006-2008 Dodge Sprinter, and 2009-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2013 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to October 8, 2014, equipped wi... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Cummings will notify owners to take buses 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 January 13, 2015. Owners may contact Cumming's customer service a... Read more
14V617000 Oct 3, 2014
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified by New England to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected whe... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
New England will notify owners to take 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 November 17, 2014. Owners may contact New England custom... Read more
14V584000 Sep 23, 2014
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2007-2014 Ford E-150 and E-250 vehicles manufactured February 26, 2007, to August 19, 2014, and equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform s... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
National Van will notify owners to take buses 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 3, 2014. Owners may contact National Van customer ... Read more
14V426000 Jul 10, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
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 wi... Read more
Consequence
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
14V097000 Mar 4, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE
Defect Description
Landi Renzo USA is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified January 2, 2011, through February 24, 2014 to operate on compressed natural gas (CNG). In the affected vehicles, the left and right rear brackets that support the rear CNG cylinder may fail, all... Read more
Consequence
If the cylinder dislodges, a CNG leak may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Landi Renzo USA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the side arm brackets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2014. Owners may contact Landi Renzo USA at 1-855-526-3400.
13V261000 Jun 21, 2013
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Mobility Works is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Ford E-150, E-250 and E-350 vehicles manufactured August 2006 through August 2012. The vehicles are equipped with certain Ricon S series and K Series wheelchair lifts with an optional armored pendant cable. The armored cable may be positioned... Read more
Consequence
If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and, if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.
Remedy
Mobility Works will notify owners and Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. This recall campaign is expected to begin July 15, 2013. Owners may contact Mobility Works at 1-877-275-4912 and Ricon at 1-818-267-3000.
11V450000 Aug 31, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Description
ROUSH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 FORD E-150, E-250, AND E-350 5.4L ENGIN VANS/WAGONS/CUTAWAYS, AND MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 FORD E-450 6.8L ENGINE CUTAWAY VEHICLES ALTERED BY ROUCH TO OPERATE USING THE ROUSH BRANDED CLEANTECH PROPANE AUTOGAS FUEL SYSTEM. THE FUEL RAILS INCLUDED IN THE KI... Read more
Consequence
A PROPANE LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
ROUSH WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF THE VEHICLES OF WHICH THE KITS WERE INSTALLED IN ORDER TO ARRANGE FOR FREE REPLACEMENT OF THE INJECTOR RETENTION CLIPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 26, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROUSH AT 1-734-466-6255.
11E033000 Aug 31, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Description
ROUSH IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET ROUSH CLEAN TECH LIQUID PROPANE AUTOGAS FUEL SYSTEM KITS USED FOR INSTALLATION ON THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES: MODEL YEAR 2007 AND 2008 FORD E-350 (DUEL REAR WHEEL), MY 2009-2011 FORD E- 150, E-250, AND E-350, AND MY 2009-2011 FORD E-450 CUTAWAYS. THE FUEL RAILS ... Read more
Consequence
A GAS LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
ROUSH WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF THE VEHICLES OF WHICH THE KITS WERE INSTALLED ON IN ORDER TO ARRANGE FOR FREE REPLACEMENT OF THE INJECTOR RETENTION CLIPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROUSH AT 1-800-59-ROUCH (1-800-597-6874.
11V445000 Aug 26, 2011
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 vehicles built from May 12, 2011, through May 26, 2011. Due to improper manufacturing conditions, some of the windshields may form bubbles after an extended time in hot temperatures. As such, these ... Read more
Consequence
The presence of bubbles may hinder driver's visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the windshield if bubbles are present, free of charge. The recall began in January 2014. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 11C20.
11V307000 May 31, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
ROUSH PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2011 FORD E-SERIES VANS EQUIPPED WITH 5.4 OR 6.8 LITER ENGINES THAT HAVE BEEN ALTERED BY ROUSH TO OPERATE USING THE ROUSH LIQUID PROPANE AUTOGAS FUEL SYSTEM. A VALVE IN THE SYSTEM MAY HAVE BEEN MISMACHINED ALLOWING A PROPANE LEAK.
Consequence
A PROPANE LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
ROUSH WILL REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE VALVE WITH A CORRECTLY MACHINED ONE. ALL THE AFFECTED VEHICLES HAVE BEEN REPAIRED, THEREFORE, AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROUSH AT 1-734-466-6255.
11E019000 May 31, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
ROUSH IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET ROUSH CLEAN TECH LIQUID PROPANE AUTOGAS FUEL SYSTEM KITS PRODUCED BETWEEN DECEMBER 17, 2010, AND MAY 6, 2011, USED FOR INSTALLATION ON FLEET VEHICLES MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 FORD E-SERIES VANS/WAGONS/SHUTTLES/CUTAWAY (150, 250 AND 350) WITH 5.4L ENGINES (... Read more
Consequence
A GAS LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
AS OF MAY 27, 2011, ROUSH HAD NOTIFIED ALL OWNERS OF RECORD BY TELEPHONE AND SHIPPED TO THEM REPLACEMENT VALVES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROUSH AT 1-734-466-6255.
11V246000 Apr 20, 2011
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
Defect Description
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 E-150, E-250, E-350 AND E-450 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS." IT MAY BE POSSIBLE THAT UNDER UNUSUALLY HIGH LOADS, SUCH AS DURING A CRASH, THE DRIVER POWER SEAT TRACK WOR... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH OR OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES OF SEVERE LOADING, THE WORM GEAR COULD FRACTURE AND ALLOW THE SEAT TO SHIFT UNRESTRAINED FORWARD OR BACKWARD INCREASING THE RISK AND/OR SEVERITY OF INJURIES TO THE DRIVER.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVER'S SEAT TRACK ASSEMBLY, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
Complaint Statistics
9 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
ENGINE
Oct 3, 2016
Incident date: Sep 19, 2016
THE PCM AT 34,000 MILES CAUSED TWO FUEL PUMPS TO BURN OUT IN 4 DAYS. A "WRENCH" WARNING SYMBOL APPEARED ON THE DASH AND THE VANS ENGINE DIES WHILE GOING AT HIGH SPEED (WE PULL A PRESSURE WASHING TRAILER HOLDING WITH HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS & WATER). IF IT WAS RAINING OR EVEN HEAVY TRAFFIC THIS COULD CAU... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 3, 2016
Incident date: Sep 19, 2016
THE PCM AT 34,000 MILES CAUSED TWO FUEL PUMPS TO BURN OUT IN 4 DAYS. A "WRENCH" WARNING SYMBOL APPEARED ON THE DASH AND THE VANS ENGINE DIES WHILE GOING AT HIGH SPEED (WE PULL A PRESSURE WASHING TRAILER HOLDING WITH HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS & WATER). IF IT WAS RAINING OR EVEN HEAVY TRAFFIC THIS COULD CAU... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 3, 2016
Incident date: Sep 19, 2016
THE PCM AT 34,000 MILES CAUSED TWO FUEL PUMPS TO BURN OUT IN 4 DAYS. A "WRENCH" WARNING SYMBOL APPEARED ON THE DASH AND THE VANS ENGINE DIES WHILE GOING AT HIGH SPEED (WE PULL A PRESSURE WASHING TRAILER HOLDING WITH HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS & WATER). IF IT WAS RAINING OR EVEN HEAVY TRAFFIC THIS COULD CAU... Read more
WHEELS
Jun 17, 2016
Incident date: May 10, 2016
LAST WEEK I RECEIVED NOTICE FROM MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA THAT MY CLAIM I PRESENTED IN WRITING ON MAY 18 HAD BEEN DENIED. I FILED THE CLAIM BECAUSE I HAD MY WARRANTY TIRE EXPLODED ON MY CARGO VAN RESULTING IN ABOUT $5000. IN DAMAGES. MICHELIN REPRESENTATIVE RITCH TOWNSEND SAYS THAT I AT SOME POINT I H... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 11, 2014
Incident date: Aug 4, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD E-250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR WAS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE UREA PUMP WAS CONTAMINATED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 36,606. JCC
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 28, 2014
Incident date: Jun 1, 2011
A SHORT WHILE AFTER OWNING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE LIGHT BULBS BURNT OUT. I'VE HAD TO REPLACE ALL THE BRAKE LIGHT BULBS APPROXIMATELY EVERY 3 MONTHS OR SO. AFTER A FEW BULB REPLACEMENTS I NOTICED THE SOCKETS THAT HOLD THE BULB STARTING TO LOOK BURNT. NOW ALL THE SOCKETS IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
May 15, 2014
Incident date: May 24, 2012
THE INTERIOR GRAB HANDLE IS USED TO CLIMB INTO THE TRUCK. DUE TO A WEAK DESIGN THE HANDLE BREAKS CAUSING THE POTENTIAL FOR A PERSON TO FALL BACKWARDS AND SERIOUSLY INJURING THEMSELVES. *TR
SUSPENSION
Jul 27, 2011
Incident date: Jun 11, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD E-250. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 72 MPH WHEN THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED A STEERING FAILURE IN WHICH THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOUR TIMES WHERE THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE WAS A RESULT OF THE BAL... Read more
STEERING
Jul 27, 2011
Incident date: Jun 11, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD E-250. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 72 MPH WHEN THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED A STEERING FAILURE IN WHICH THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOUR TIMES WHERE THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE WAS A RESULT OF THE BAL... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2011 FORD E-250
2011 Ford E-250 VAN RWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 FORD E-250
37 manufacturer communications from 27 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 4 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
SSM 52476
Apr 24, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini
SSM 48130
Aug 9, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid
SSM 48130
Aug 9, 2019
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid
SSM 47976
May 10, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/tran
DOR-B8H4Z-11
Oct 2, 2018
010000 STEERING
This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly ma
SSM 47201
Mar 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Linco
SSM 47009
Jan 10, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts a
SSM 46900
Nov 2, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use
SSM 46900
Nov 2, 2017
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use
SSM-45869
Jun 7, 2016
114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
2009-2016 E-SERIES ? DIFFICULTY PROGRAMING TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL (TBC) MODULE.
SSM-45869
Jun 7, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
2009-2016 E-SERIES ? DIFFICULTY PROGRAMING TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL (TBC) MODULE.
16-0057
Apr 5, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2009-2016 E-Series, F-Super Duty, 2009-2015 F-53 Motorhome and 2011-2015 F-59 Stripped Chassis vehicles equipped with a TorqShift? transmission and a transmission built on or before 12/15/2015 may exhibit a MIL with DTCs P0751, P0730 a
16-0032
Mar 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
4R75E TRANSMISSION - GRINDING/WHINE/VIBRATION/GEAR SLIPPAGE - SERVICE KIT AVAILABLE ISSUE A service kit has been released to assist with proper repair of the 4R75E transmission in 2008 Mark LT, 2008-2010 F-150, 2008-2010 / 2013-2014 E-Ser
TSB160057
Dec 15, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
Torqshift Transmission - Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0751, P0730 and/or P2700
TSB160057
Dec 15, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Torqshift Transmission - Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0751, P0730 and/or P2700
15-0117
Jul 27, 2015
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
FORD 2011-2016 F-250: BULLETIN INFORMATION INVOLVING SOME CUSTOMERS TRUCKS SITTING LOWER, IN REAR, UNDER LIGHT LOADS. *LJ
44863
Jul 1, 2015
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
FORD: NO SERVICE ACTION IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS CONDITION. PLEASE USE AT YOUR DISCRETION. VARIOUS 2010-2015 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A TURBULENCE NOISE, SIMILAR TO AN HELICOPTER NOISE, AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN THE REAR DOOR WINDOW(S) OR SUNROO
ASI-44538
May 1, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: THE INDICATOR MAY ILLUMINATE OVERDRIVE OFF AND/OR SLIPPING IN 3RD OR NO 4TH GEAR, DUE TO DIRECT CLUTCH FAILURE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0733 AND/OR P0734. MODEL 2008-2013 MARK LT, F-150, CROWN VICTORIA, GRA
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
TSB-14-0084
Apr 24, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FORD/LINCOLN: SOME TRUCKS ARE EXPERIENCING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P2270 OR P2272, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) COMES ON. MODEL 2010-2011 RANGER, 2010-2012 E SERIES, EXPEDITION, F-150, F-SUPER DUTY, NAVIGATOR. *PE
TSB-14-0084
Apr 24, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD/LINCOLN: SOME TRUCKS ARE EXPERIENCING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P2270 OR P2272, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) COMES ON. MODEL 2010-2011 RANGER, 2010-2012 E SERIES, EXPEDITION, F-150, F-SUPER DUTY, NAVIGATOR. *PE
TSB-14-0022
Jan 29, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FORD: THE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0130, (OXYGEN SENSOR CIRCUIT BANK 1, SENSOR 1) OR P0150 (OXYGEN SENSOR CIRCUIT BANK 2, SENSOR 1) WILL APPEAR WHEN THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ILLUMINATED ON SOME TRUCKS AND SERVICE PROCE
CSP-13B15
Dec 17, 2013
190000 TIRES
FORD: THERE IS AN INCREASING NUMBER OF TIRES EXPERIENCING RAPID AIR LOSS AND/OR TREAD LOSS, ON SOME VANS, CAUSING TIRE FAILURE AND POSSIBLE CRASH AND TIRES NEED TO BE REPLACED. MODEL 2010-2013 E SERIES (E-150, 250, 350, 450).
TSB-13-6-9
Jun 10, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE OIL CONSUMPTION IS EXCESSIVE, AND IS DETERMINED AS LESS THAN 4,800 KM (3,000 MILES) DRIVEN PER 0.95L (1 QT) ENGINE OIL CONSUMED. MODELS 2011-2013 E SERIES. *PE
CSP-12N04
Jan 15, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED REGARDING COVERAGE EXTENSION ON FORWARD SUN GEAR PLANETARY ASSEMBLY BEARING FAILURE OF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHICH MAY BE DAMAGED. MODELS 2011-2012 E SERIES.
TSB-11-11-31
Nov 29, 2011
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FORD: THERE IS A MALFUNCTION OF THE INDICATOR LAMP ON SOME 2011 E VEHICLES. *PE
TSB-11-11-31
Nov 29, 2011
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FORD: THERE IS A MALFUNCTION OF THE INDICATOR LAMP ON SOME 2011 E VEHICLES. *PE
TSB-11-8-8
Aug 16, 2011
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FORD: AFTER REFUELING VEHICLE, WOULD BE HARD TO START, RUNS ROUGH AND AN AUDIBLE CLICKING NOISE CAN BE HEARD. *PE
SIS-21841
Apr 1, 2011
140000 AIR BAGS
COMM-TRANS LUND: SOME 2009-2011 MODELS MAY HAVE THE AIR BAG INICATOR FLASHING WITH A STORED TROUBLE CODE. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
SIS-21841
Apr 1, 2011
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
COMM-TRANS LUND: SOME 2009-2011 MODELS MAY HAVE THE AIR BAG INICATOR FLASHING WITH A STORED TROUBLE CODE. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
AS-21769
Mar 1, 2011
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
AS-21769
Mar 1, 2011
100000 POWER TRAIN
FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
AS-21769
Mar 1, 2011
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
AS-21769
Mar 1, 2011
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
TSB11-1-5
Feb 1, 2011
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
FORD: VEHICLES MAY RUN ROUGH, HARD START AFTER REFUELING, CLICKING NOISE UNDER HOOD, AND HAVE TROUBLE CODES STORED. *RM
AS-21687
Jan 1, 2011
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FORD: THERE MAY BE A LOSS OF POWER, HESITATION, SURGE, OR LACK OF THROTTLE RESPONSE WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE OVER ACCELERATOR FEATURE MAY BE ACTIVATING. *RM
TSB-10-21-6
Oct 21, 2010
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FORD: THE IDLE SPEED DROPS LOWER THAN DESIRED AND MAY FLUCTUATE. THERE MAY BE TWO POSSIBLE TROUBLE CODES STORED. *RM
NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD E-250
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA10003
Opened: Apr 13, 2010 , Closed: Mar 5, 2012
HVAC Switch Failures
This investigation was opened based on one complaint and reports from four transportation fleets alleging 182 blower motor control switch failures.ODI was concerned that these melting and burning switches could lead to an open flame that could spread throughout the vehicle.After a comprehensive revi... Read more
PE99022
Opened: Mar 18, 1999 , Closed: May 28, 1999
SHIFT-LOCK
There is no summary currently available
EA95012
Opened: Mar 31, 1995 , Closed: May 28, 1996
FAILURE OF SERPENTINE BELT
AN ENGINEERING ANALYSIS CLOSING REPORT IS INCLUDED.
FORD E-250 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD E-250 across all model years (1991, 2023).
232
Total Recalls
421
Total Complaints
3
Investigations
47
Reported Crashes
24
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
FORD E-250 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2017 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 11 | 7 | View |
| 2013 | 10 | 13 | View |
| 2012 | 11 | 13 | View |
| 2011 (current) | 17 | 9 | |
| 2010 | 12 | 12 | View |
| 2009 | 18 | 2 | View |
| 2008 | 21 | 10 | View |
| 2007 | 26 | 7 | View |
| 2006 | 30 | 14 | View |
| 2005 | 10 | 12 | View |
| 2004 | 18 | 14 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 22 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 18 | View |
| 2001 | 3 | 18 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 21 | View |
| 1999 | 5 | 56 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 30 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 31 | View |
| 1996 | 3 | 24 | View |
| 1995 | 3 | 19 | View |
| 1994 | 3 | 14 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 7 | View |
| 1992 | 3 | 30 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 11 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 1 | View |