Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2016 Ford E-450. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Back Up Camera Display Image may be Reversed
Equipment
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and E-450, 2015 F-250 and F-450, 2016 E-450, 2017 E-350, F-450 and E-450, 2018 F-350, 2010 E-450, 2005-2006 E-450, 2009 E-450 and Chevrolet C4500-based Type I and Type III ambulances equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The monitors may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
- Consequence
- The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists will work with ASA to notify the owners, and remedy the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.
Repair progress not yet reported22 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V401000
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Fuel Control Valve Short may cause Engine Shut-off
Fuel system, other
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- National Fleet Services of Ohio (National Fleet) is recalling certain 2016 Ford E-450 vehicles equipped with Roush, Generation 4, Propane Conversion Kits. The fuel control valve solenoid may short circuit, shutting off the flow of propane to the engine, causing the engine to shut off.
- Consequence
- An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- National Fleet will notify owners, and Roush dealers will replace the defective fuel control valve solenoid, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2017. Owners may contact National Fleet customer service at 1-440-903-5177, or Roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874. National Fleet's number for this recall is VR.
100% repairedof 8 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 17V269000
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Loss of Trailer Braking Function
Electrical system · integrated trailer brake control
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 10, 2015 and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. The trailer braking system may fail, increasing the distance needed to stop the vehicle.
- Consequence
- If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S01. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-710. Any vehicle previously repaired under 15V-710 will need to be repaired again.
50.7% repairedof 75 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Brake Controller may not Activate Trailer Brakes
Electrical system · integrated trailer brake control
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to September 1, 2015, and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. In the affected vehicles, the trailer brake controller may not actuate the trailer brakes.
- Consequence
- If the trailer brakes are not activated when the towing vehicle is slowing down, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S32.
100% repairedof 65 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (17)
17 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The structure is mentioned most often.
2involved a crash
1involved a fire
1injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 6 | 35.3% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 17.6% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 11.8% |
| Tires | 2 | 11.8% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 5.9% |
| Engine | 1 | 5.9% |
| Equipment | 1 | 5.9% |
| Power train | 1 | 5.9% |
| Steering | 1 | 5.9% |
| Suspension | 1 | 5.9% |
How 2016 compares with other E-450 years
Best and worst E-450 years →20124
201312
20145
20156
201617
201711
20185
20195
202127
202213
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 4 | 4 |
| 2013 | 12 | 2 |
| 2014 | 5 | 3 |
| 2015 | 6 | 1 |
| 2016 | 17 | 4 |
| 2017 | 11 | 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 |
| 2019 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 27 | 6 |
| 2022 | 13 | 3 |
This year (2016)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2016 Ford E-450 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Ford E-450 have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 19V401000 (equipment), 17V269000 (fuel system), 16V046000 (brake), 15V710000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Ford E-450 problems?
Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. Structure (6), Unknown or other (3), Service brakes (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2016 E-450 compare with other years?
Among the 2012–2021 Ford E-450 model years at least five years old, the 2012 drew the fewest complaints (4) and the 2021 the most (27). The 2016 drew 17. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.
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