2022 FORD E-450
3 recalls, 22 complaints - 30 TSBs
24V097000 Feb 9, 2024
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.
Consequence
A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the power steering pressure line and the hydroboost jumper line, free of charge. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 22V-089 and owners will need to have the new remedy completed even if their vehicle was remedied under the prior recall. Owner notification l... Read more
22V925000 Dec 14, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 vehicles. The paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and lead to corrosion of the exposed metal, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S76.
22V089000 Feb 16, 2022
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.
Consequence
A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for... Read more
Complaint Statistics
22 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Oct 14, 2025
Incident date: Sep 22, 2025
While driving approximately 15 MPH I noticed a scraping sound and shimmy in the back. I took the car to Capital Cadillac for diagnostic. They found that the tires were separated. I bought the car brand new in 2020 and it has about 21k miles on it. 265/45 R 21 104 V
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 14, 2025
Incident date: Oct 13, 2025
This 2020 Honda Fit has experienced a "multipurpose camera unit/millimeter wave radar internal electronic failure" that will cost $2,000 to repair. Neither Honda nor my auto dealership will help me and insist it isn't under any kind of warranty or covered by a recall.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Oct 25, 2024
Incident date: Oct 18, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the right turn signal was activated; however, the right turn signal failed to function as intended. In addition, the contact stated that when the vehicle was purchased, the windshield washer reservoir was... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 25, 2024
Incident date: Oct 18, 2024
The evaporative emissions system failure involving the purge valve and vapor canister purge valve is a recurrent issue on this car and has been reported by hundreds if not thousand of bronco sport owners. The safety issue that arises from this is that we are emitting more fuel vapors into the atmosp... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 21, 2024
Incident date: May 1, 2024
Motorcycle goes from Drive mode to Park mode and then doesn’t go back into drive mode. This happens while riding. Tried calling the sondors hotline but the company is bankrupt. Checked online and it seems multiple customers have this problem. This is highly unsafe.
POWER TRAIN
Aug 21, 2024
Incident date: May 1, 2024
Motorcycle goes from Drive mode to Park mode and then doesn’t go back into drive mode. This happens while riding. Tried calling the sondors hotline but the company is bankrupt. Checked online and it seems multiple customers have this problem. This is highly unsafe.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 24, 2024
Incident date: Jan 10, 2024
ON [XXX] I NOTICED MY WIFES FRONT DRIVER DOOR HINGE WAS MAKING NOISE. AT THAT TIME I LUBED THE DOOR HINGES. NOISE STILL PRESENT DOOR HARD TO CLOSE. OPENED AND CLOSED DOOR MULTIPLE TIMES TO MAKE SURE DOOR WOULD CLOSE AND LATCH. ON [XXX] MY WIFE DROVE THE VEHICLE IN THE AM. UPON ARRIVING HOME SHE INFO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 11, 2024
Incident date: Jan 7, 2024
Def pump or def heater there was a recall on this when I called about the air bag recall they told me that there was one now they say there isn’t one now and something wrong with 4x4 sleeping or might be transmission bought extended warranty 2 times on pickup just need it fixed thank you
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 11, 2024
Incident date: Jan 7, 2024
Def pump or def heater there was a recall on this when I called about the air bag recall they told me that there was one now they say there isn’t one now and something wrong with 4x4 sleeping or might be transmission bought extended warranty 2 times on pickup just need it fixed thank you
STEERING
Dec 6, 2023
Incident date: Dec 4, 2023
the electronic power steering intermittently goes out causing the loss of power steering making it hard to steer.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 6, 2023
Incident date: Dec 4, 2023
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repai... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR
May 22, 2023
Incident date: Jun 2, 2022
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving 20-40 MPH the vehicle started shaking uncontrollably. The contact accelerated and as the vehicle stopped shaking. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the c... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 2, 2023
Incident date: Dec 10, 2022
The 2019 Accent runs amazingly well, oil changes on point and no light have gone on since purchase date. 2 weeks ago on a thursday, it started knocking and took to have checked and was told to take to Hyundai of Inland Empire/tow it/do not drive. Mr. Bushey at Hyudai verifed I need a new motor... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 2, 2023
Incident date: Dec 10, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated after parking the vehicle at his garage, he heard an abnormal noise and saw smoke and fire exiting the passager side tire from the engine. The contact stated he extinguish the fire on the engine with a fire extinguisher he had avai... Read more
Fire
STEERING
Dec 12, 2022
Incident date: Jun 18, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Ford E-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The contact then stated that he had to apply pressure to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
Dec 12, 2022
Incident date: Jun 18, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Ford E-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The contact then stated that he had to apply pressure to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 12, 2022
Incident date: Jun 18, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Ford E-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The contact then stated that he had to apply pressure to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 6, 2022
Incident date: Jun 2, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Forester built on a 2022 Ford E-450 chassis. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH downhill, he was depressing the brake pedal however, the RV failed to stop as needed. The contact stated that he was towing a 2000 Jeep Wrangler during the failure and the brakes... Read more
STEERING
Jun 6, 2022
Incident date: Jun 2, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Forester built on a 2022 Ford E-450 chassis. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH downhill, he was depressing the brake pedal however, the RV failed to stop as needed. The contact stated that he was towing a 2000 Jeep Wrangler during the failure and the brakes... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 15, 2022
Incident date: Apr 15, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Ford E-450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V089000 (Steering, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceed... Read more
STEERING
Apr 15, 2022
Incident date: Apr 15, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Ford E-450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V089000 (Steering, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceed... Read more
STEERING
Mar 22, 2022
Incident date: Mar 22, 2022
I received a recall notice on this vehicle from Ford. Ford Recall 22S08 and NHTSA recall 22V089. Ford does not seem to be aware of this recall nor do you. The earliest Big Valley Ford in Stockton CA appointment I could get was 7/19/22. This is not acceptable based on safety
Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 FORD E-450
30 manufacturer communications from 17 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 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
22N15
Apr 1, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Customer Satisfaction Program 22N15 Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gatewa
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
22N15
Jan 19, 2024
115010 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gateway Module Reprogramming for Inspection
22N15
Jan 19, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gateway Module Reprogramming for Inspection
TSB 23-2288
Dec 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This article supersedes TSB 23-2258 to update the Parts List, TSB Issue, and Service Procedure. Some 2021-2023 E-Series vehicles may exhibit a lack of air flow due to an inoperative heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower m
22N15
Dec 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gateway Module Reprogramming for Inspecti
22L03
Aug 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain 2021-2022 Model Year Econoline, Super Duty Chassis Cab, F53 Motor Home, F59 Step Van, and F650/F750 Medium Duty Chassis Cab Vehicles Equipped with a Premium Rated 7.3L Engine - Engine Horsepower Credit
TSB 23-2258
Aug 16, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Some 2021-2023 E-Series vehicles may exhibit a lack of air flow due to an inoperative heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor. This may be due to a damaged fuse F2 (50A) in the battery junction box (BJB). To correct t
TSB 23-2258
Aug 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2021-2023 E-Series vehicles may exhibit a lack of air flow due to an inoperative heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor. This may be due to a damaged fuse F2 (50A) in the battery junction box (BJB). To correct t
SSM 51719
Jun 15, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2021-2023 F-Super Duty/E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L, 6.8L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 and/or P0455 stored in the powertrain cont
SSM 51719
Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2021-2023 F-Super Duty/E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L, 6.8L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 and/or P0455 stored in the powertrain cont
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 51120
Oct 6, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206-00. The brake rotors should o
SSM 50974
Jul 29, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, 2021-2023 F-650/F-750/E-Series, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a communication fault with emissions inspection equipment. This may be due to the
SSM 50974
Jul 29, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, 2021-2023 F-650/F-750/E-Series, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a communication fault with emissions inspection equipment. This may be due to the
SSM 50974
Jul 29, 2022
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, 2021-2023 F-650/F-750/E-Series, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a communication fault with emissions inspection equipment. This may be due to the
SSM 50977
Jul 29, 2022
102900 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Some 2021-2022 F-Super Duty and 2021-2023 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control m
SSM 50977
Jul 29, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2021-2022 F-Super Duty and 2021-2023 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control m
SSM 50977
Jul 29, 2022
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Some 2021-2022 F-Super Duty and 2021-2023 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control m
SSM 50977
Jul 29, 2022
071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Some 2021-2022 F-Super Duty and 2021-2023 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control m
SSM 50804
May 24, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2013-2023 Ford or Lincoln vehicles with modems activated through FordPass or LincolnWay may experience 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate channel to access vehicle
SSM 50733
Apr 28, 2022
192000 TIRES:SIDEWALL
Some 2021 and 2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may experience a tire sidewall wavy/indentation appearance in the radial direction on one or both sidewalls. Sidewall wavy/indentation appearance is a common cosmetic characteristic of radial tir
SSM 50566
Mar 8, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may need to perform A/C leak detection diagnostics. The 2022 Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 412-00 for A/C leak detection diagnosis is incomplete and is in the process of being updated. At this time, Pinp
SSM 50566
Mar 8, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Some 2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may need to perform A/C leak detection diagnostics. The 2022 Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 412-00 for A/C leak detection diagnosis is incomplete and is in the process of being updated. At this time, Pinp
SSM 49785
May 7, 2021
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Some 2021 F-Super Duty and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control module
SSM 49785
May 7, 2021
071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Some 2021 F-Super Duty and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control module
SSM 49778
May 3, 2021
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Some 2021 F-Super Duty/F-650/F-750 and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain co
SSM 49778
May 3, 2021
071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Some 2021 F-Super Duty/F-650/F-750 and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain co
SSM 49692
Mar 25, 2021
115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Some 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles built on or before 09-Mar-2021 may exhibit a Service Advance Trac and Pre-Collision Assist Not Available message in the cluster with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0051 stored in the anti-lock brake system (
FORD E-450 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD E-450 across all model years (1992, 2027).
127
Total Recalls
546
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
11
Reported Crashes
33
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FORD E-450 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2026 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2025 | 0 | 5 | View |
| 2024 | 0 | 5 | View |
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | View |
| 2022 (current) | 3 | 22 | |
| 2021 | 6 | 51 | View |
| 2019 | 0 | 5 | View |
| 2018 | 4 | 5 | View |
| 2017 | 2 | 16 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 22 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 5 | View |
| 2013 | 2 | 16 | View |
| 2012 | 4 | 6 | View |
| 2011 | 10 | 10 | View |
| 2010 | 7 | 6 | View |
| 2009 | 10 | 2 | View |
| 2008 | 8 | 10 | View |
| 2007 | 11 | 15 | View |
| 2006 | 12 | 26 | View |
| 2005 | 7 | 41 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 45 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 22 | View |
| 2002 | 3 | 16 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 20 | View |
| 2000 | 2 | 45 | View |
| 1999 | 2 | 83 | View |
| 1998 | 2 | 6 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 18 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 | View |