2017 FORD E-250
0 recalls, 3 complaints - 27 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
STEERING
May 7, 2019
Incident date: May 5, 2019
DRIVING AT 65 MPH AND GO OVER A BUMP OR ROUGH PATCH STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY. STARTED THIS AT AROUND 20000 MILES DEALERDID A SERVICE AND ALIGNMENT ( CHARGING FOR SOME OF THE PARTS) STARTED AGAIN NOW WITH 48,000 MILES ON IT. IT HAS DONE IT 6 TIMES IN THE LAST WEEK EVEN WHICH MY 5 WHEEL ATTACHE... Read more
SUSPENSION
May 7, 2019
Incident date: May 5, 2019
DRIVING AT 65 MPH AND GO OVER A BUMP OR ROUGH PATCH STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY. STARTED THIS AT AROUND 20000 MILES DEALERDID A SERVICE AND ALIGNMENT ( CHARGING FOR SOME OF THE PARTS) STARTED AGAIN NOW WITH 48,000 MILES ON IT. IT HAS DONE IT 6 TIMES IN THE LAST WEEK EVEN WHICH MY 5 WHEEL ATTACHE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 6, 2017
Incident date: Mar 18, 2017
2017 FORD 250 DIESEL WHETHER TRAVELING OR STOPPED THE RECIRCULATION AIR MODE TURNS OFF AFTER 5 MINUTES AND GOES TO OUTSIDE AIR. THE TEMPERATURE INSIDE WILL CHANGE BY 10 DEGREES IN EXTREME COLD AND HOT WEATHER. THIS NECESSITATES TAKING ONES EYES OFF THE ROAD AND LOOKING DOWN AT THE CONTROLS TO RESE... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 FORD E-250
27 manufacturer communications from 20 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 5 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 026000 TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 1 |
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 52314
Mar 1, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the tim
SSM 51854
Aug 10, 2023
102900 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must b
SSM 51854
Aug 10, 2023
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must b
SSM 51849
Aug 8, 2023
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must b
SAN-Vol1 I1
Jun 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical serv
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 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 48123
Aug 7, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA a
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
SSM 47850
Apr 26, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Some 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the powertrain control module (PCM). To support the pr
SSM 47850
Apr 26, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the powertrain control module (PCM). To support the pr
SSM 47823
Feb 22, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must b
SSM 47824
Feb 22, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2015-2017 vehicles may experience a no crank concern due to a security access key table error. When attempting to program keys or perform a parameter reset, the procedure may fail and the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) scan tool ma
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
17B08-1
Jul 17, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Affected vehicle list fo 17B08 customer satisfaction program
17B08-1
Jul 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Affected vehicle list fo 17B08 customer satisfaction program
17B08
Jul 17, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 17B08 concerning certain vehicles equipped with 6.8L engine. Notifying customers of potential loose crankshaft pulley bolt and recommending servce action by Ford dealer.
SSM 46466
Mar 16, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
THE 2017 POWERTRAIN CONTROL/EMISSIONS DIAGNOSIS (PC/ED) MANUAL HAS BEEN REVISED FOR DIAGNOSING ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY (ETB). FOR ALL ETB CONCERNS, THE APPROPRIATE DIAGNOSTIC MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE THROTTLE BODY REPLACEMENT. IF A CONCERN
SSM 46451
Mar 14, 2017
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2009-2017 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6R80, 6R100, 6R140 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAVE AN UPDATED MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY OVERHAUL PROCEDURE. REFER TO WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM), SECTION 307-01 FOR MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY (7A100) OVERHAUL PROCEDURES.
SSM 46450
Mar 14, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ILLUMINATED MIL WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 AND/OR P0025. THIS MAY BE DUE TO SMALL DEBRIS CAUSING THE VCT SOLENOID TO STICK. B
TSB 16-0168
Dec 16, 2016
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SOME 2016-2017 E-SERIES 350/450 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHOUT A TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 17-FEB-2016 MAY HAVE TRACTION CONTROL FUNCTION OR TRACTION CONTROL RELATED SYMPTOMS. VEHICLES WITHOUT A TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH ARE N
TSB 16-0168
Dec 16, 2016
026000 TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
SOME 2016-2017 E-SERIES 350/450 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHOUT A TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 17-FEB-2016 MAY HAVE TRACTION CONTROL FUNCTION OR TRACTION CONTROL RELATED SYMPTOMS. VEHICLES WITHOUT A TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH ARE N
SSM 46266
Dec 14, 2016
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
THE 2017 POWERTRAIN CONTROL/EMISSIONS DIAGNOSIS (PC/ED) MANUAL HAS BEEN REVISED FOR DIAGNOSING ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODIES (ETBS). FOR ALL ETB CONCERNS, THE APPROPRIATE DIAGNOSTIC MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE THROTTLE BODY REPLACEMENT. IF A CONC
SSM 46266
Dec 14, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
THE 2017 POWERTRAIN CONTROL/EMISSIONS DIAGNOSIS (PC/ED) MANUAL HAS BEEN REVISED FOR DIAGNOSING ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODIES (ETBS). FOR ALL ETB CONCERNS, THE APPROPRIATE DIAGNOSTIC MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE THROTTLE BODY REPLACEMENT. IF A CONC
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 (current) | 0 | 3 | |
| 2016 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 11 | 7 | View |
| 2013 | 10 | 13 | View |
| 2012 | 11 | 13 | View |
| 2011 | 17 | 9 | View |
| 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 |