CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Ford E-450 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (6 reports).
2016 Ford E-450 recalls
Backup Camera Image May Show Reversed, Risking Crashes
VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists is recalling certain ambulances built on Ford and Chevrolet chassis that use ASA Electronics Voyager monitors to display the backup camera image.
Propane Valve Can Short Out, Stalling Engine While Driving
A fuel control valve solenoid in certain propane conversion kits can short circuit.
Trailer Brake Fault Can Increase Stopping Distance
This recall covers certain vehicles with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller, built between November 3, 2014, and December 10, 2015.
Trailer brakes may not engage, lengthening stopping distance
On certain 2016 Ford E-350 and E-450 vehicles built between November 3, 2014 and September 1, 2015, with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller, the trailer brake controller may fail to activate the trailer brakes.
Most common 2016 Ford E-450 problems
Problem areas named in the 17 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
The contact rented a 2016 U-Haul E450. The contact stated that while in the parking lot and placing the vehicle in drive, the contact tapped on the accelerator pedal, then when the brakes were applied and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The contact removed her foot from the brake, and it continued to accelerate and crashed into a parked U-Haul truck. There were no reported injuries, fire, airbag deployment, or police report filed. It was unknown if there were any warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact spoke with the rental company, who reversed the vehicle without incident. T
Driverâs side extended towing mirror (Ford e450 Class C RV) began closing back toward door while on interstate at normal speed. I rolled down window to push it back out, and the arm extension and mirror fell down out of the âelbow jointâ basically hanging by the electrical cord. Was able to exit interstate. Could not reinstall it. Had to tuck into cab door and wrap a pants belt around the arm and through the hand grip inside the door in order to get home. Dealer has ordered replacement mirror ETA 4 weeks or longer
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD E-450 TRAILERED TO A 2016 COACHMEN LEPRECHAUN TRAVEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FORD CHASSIS WAS UNABLE TO HANDLE THE WEIGHT OF THE RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUSPENSION WAS NOT STURDY ENOUGH FOR THE WEIGHT OF THE RV. THE CONTACT SUBMITTED AN ONLINE COMPLAINT TO NOTIFY THE MANUFACTURER OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,600.
I PURCHASED THIS THOR MOTOR HOME FROM A DEALER ON 09/06/2019, USED OUR FIRST TRIP 260 MILES BOTH WAYS I HAVE FOUND A VERY DIFFICULT TIME ON KEEPING UNIT ON ROAD PROPERLY CONSTANTLY DRIFTING AND VERY FATIGUED IN DRIVING. AT CAMP SIGHT AN IDENTICAL 31W THOR 2018 OWNER STATED HE HAD SAME PROBLEM AN NEIGHBORS STATED THAT STABILIZER NEEDS TO BE REPLACED WITH A SAFETPLUS 31-140 UNIT AND NOW NO PROBLEM. HELP!!! I WOULD CONSIDER THIS TO BE A SAFETY ITEM THAT NEEDS CORRECTION. HIGHWAY 65MPH.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD E-450. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT ANY WARNING CRASHING INTO A MOBILE HOME. THE CONTACT STATED NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT STATED AS A RESULT OF THE FAILURE THE VEHICLE HAS FAILED TO SHIFT FROM THE REVERSE POSITION. THE DEALER KAYSER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP (2303 WEST BELTLINE HIGHWAY, MADISON, WI 53713 (608)-271-6000) WAS CONTACTED FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO BE PERFORMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NEED TO BE DIAGNOSED AT A DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,500.
2016 Ford E-450 questions
Does the 2016 Ford E-450 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Ford E-450: Backup Camera Image May Show Reversed, Risking Crashes; Propane Valve Can Short Out, Stalling Engine While Driving; Trailer Brake Fault Can Increase Stopping Distance; Trailer brakes may not engage, lengthening stopping distance. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford E-450?
Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (6), Unknown Or Other (3), Tires (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Ford E-450 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.