The 2011 Ford E-150 has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (5 reports).
2011 Ford E-150 recalls
Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open
Some wheelchair lifts installed in these Ford E-Series vans may have folding link arms with pivot holes that are too large.
Most common 2011 Ford E-150 problems
Problem areas named in the 23 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
WHEN ENGINE IS STARTED IN THE MORNINGS YOU CAN HEAR A KNOCKING SOUND WHICH SEEMS TO SUBSIDE AS THE ENGINE IS WARMING. I'VE BEEN WATCHING THE VIDEO ON YOUTUBE ABOUT THE CATASTROPHIC CONSEQUENCES THIS WILL EVENTUALLY OCCUR IF THE CAUSE IS NOT DISCOVERED AND REPAIRED. PLEASE REFER TO YOUTUBE VIDEOS FORDTECHMAKEULOCO SEE THE 2004-2015 TITLED FORD F-150/E-150 LOWER BALLJOINT REPLACEMENT AND HOW A FAILED $4.00 PART TURNED INTO A $7,000 MOTOR REPAIR. OIL PUMPS ALSO. HAPPENS IN THE DRIVEWAY IDLING . FORD DEALER WANTED $125. TO DIAGNOSE THIS MORNING THURSDAY 12/10/2020.
PREMATURE LOWER BALLJOINT FAILURE. DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES. WHILE DRIVING FORWARD OR REVERSE AND TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT OR WHEN BRAKING YOU WOULD HEAR POPPING AND TIRE RUBBING SOMETHING UNDERNEATH. VEHICLE HAD ONLY 55,000 MILES DISPLAYED ON THE ODOMETER. THIS OCCURRED AT WHEN VAN WAS IN MOTION.
VACUUM PUMP MAKING NOISE WHEN BACKING UP AND TURNING. MY MECHANIC SAID THERE IS RECALL ON 2011-2012 FORD F-150 AND I CALLED DEALER FROM WHICH I PURCHASED AND WAS TOLD NO RECALL ON MY TRUCK. I FEEL THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE WITH BRAKES AND SHOULD BE COVERED IN EXTENDED WARRANTY
ODOMETER READ 136,707 ON 5-12-17 / 2-19-19 READ 136,708 DEALER WOULD NOT EXPLAIN
TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFTS INTO 1ST AND JUMPS A LITTLE WHEN IN MOTION. USUALLY HAPPENS AT SPEEDS UNDER 20 MPH
2011 Ford E-150 questions
Does the 2011 Ford E-150 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2011 Ford E-150: Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford E-150?
Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (5), Power Train (5), Engine (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Ford E-150 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.