Ford E-150 complaints by model year
1,064 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2013 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2012 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| 2011 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
| 2010 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2008 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 17 |
| 2007 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| 2006 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 14 |
| 2005 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2004 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 2003 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| 2002 | 28 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 2001 | 37 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 2000 | 50 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| 1999 | 83 | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| 1998 | 60 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 1997 | 102 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| 1996 | 59 | 6 | 8 | 3 |
| 1995 | 71 | 4 | 7 | 3 |
| 1994 | 121 | 2 | 12 | 7 |
| 1993 | 71 | 7 | 4 | 4 |
| 1992 | 64 | 3 | 11 | 4 |
| 1991 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1990 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 1989 | 31 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| 1988 | 14 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1987 | 17 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 1986 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1985 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1982 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2008–2021. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford E-150 recalls (55)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one E-150 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V384000 | May 27, 2022 | Label Missing Tire Information/FMVSS 110 & 120 | 2023 | 85.3% |
| 19V271000 | Apr 3, 2019 | Wheelchair Lift may Raise too High | 2014, 2015, 2016 | — |
| 15V729000 | Nov 4, 2015 | Wheel Chair Lift Link Arm Pivot Holes | 2006–2014 | — |
| 14V706000 | Nov 5, 2014 | Wheelchair Lift - Platform Cracking | 2006–2014 | 26.5% |
| 14V641000 | Oct 10, 2014 | Wheelchair Lift - Platform Cracking | 2006–2013 | — |
| 14V584000 | Sep 23, 2014 | Wheelchair Lift - Platform Cracking | 2007–2014 | — |
| 14V501000 | Aug 6, 2014 | Corrosion of Propane Tank Fuel Line Fitting | 2012 | 100% |
| 14V426000 | Jul 10, 2014 | Corrosion of Propane Tank Fuel Line Fitting | 2010, 2011, 2012 | 72.2% |
| 14V279000 | May 27, 2014 | Wheelchair Lift/Outer Roll Stop Latching Mechanism | 2007, 2008 | — |
| 14V232000 | May 2, 2014 | Wheelchair Lift Armored Pendant Cable Shortcircuit | 2013, 2014 | — |
| 14V097000 | Mar 4, 2014 | Side Arm Bracket Failure On CNG Cylinder | 2011–2014 | 62.7% |
| 13V261000 | Jun 21, 2013 | Wheelchair Lift Armored Cable Short Circuit | 2006–2012 | — |
| 11V450000 | Aug 31, 2011 | ROUSH PROPANE CONVERSION KITS | 2009, 2010, 2011 | — |
| 11V445000 | Aug 26, 2011 | Bubbles in the Windshield/Decreased Visibility | 2011 | 23% |
| 11V307000 | May 31, 2011 | ROUSH PROPANE CONVERSION KITS | 2011 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Ford E-150 FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford E-150 had?
NHTSA lists 55 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford E-150 model year from 1981 to 2021. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Ford E-150 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2004 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (33) and the 2021 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford E-150 problems?
Across the 2008–2021 model years, owners most often name the engine, power train, service brakes in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Ford E-150 get?
EPA rates the 2014 Ford E-150 at 13 to 14 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.