CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Ford E-450 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).
2018 Ford E-450 recalls
Backup Camera May Show Reversed Image, Risking Crash
Certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350 and E-450 shuttle buses equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors may have a backup camera display that reverts to factory default settings.
Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed
Some 2017-2018 ambulances built on Ford E-350, E-450, F-450, and F-550 chassis, and GMC G3500 chassis, were equipped with Whelen brake lights that, depending on how the vehicle is wired, may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Brake lights may light up without pedal pressed
Certain 2018 ambulances and emergency vehicles built on specific Ford, Chevrolet, Freightliner and International chassis are equipped with Whelen brake lights that may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Loose Rear Axle U-Bolts Can Cause Loss of Control
Some 2018 chassis modified for transit bus use may have rear axle U-bolts that were not tightened enough.
Most common 2018 Ford E-450 problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
I received a recall letter stating the awning (Solera Smart Arm manufactured by Lippert) on my newly purchased Forest River RV could begin to open up as the vehicle was in motion. Because of the extreme safety issue, I immediately took it into the service department for fear it would rip off while driving and cause a collision and possible serious injury to others. After attempting to fix the recall issue my awning has never worked properly. After 7 attempts, several replacement parts and three years later, my awning still does not work. After each time the awning was serviced, I would bring it back to storage. A month or two later I would go on a trip. Once I arrived at my location, I woul
The contact owns a 2019 Nexus Viper built on a 2018 Ford E-450 chassis. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the steering wheel felt loose, and the vehicle would not drive in a straight line. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the RV to an independent mechanic and was informed that the cam bushing was detached from the RV. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and informed the contact that they would tow the RV to a local dealer. The contact stated that when he contacted the local dealer, he was informed that there was no space to repair the RV at their location. The manufacturer had been informed about the issu
The contact owns a 2019 Jayco Redhawk built on a 2018 Ford E-450 chassis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V204000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact took the RV to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The mechanic disconnected the gas line. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The RV manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 (NA) FORD E-450. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A POPPING SOUND WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND TOWED TO A TOW YARD. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MAGIC CITY FORD LINCOLN (540-345-0911, LOCATED AT 809 WILLIAMSON RD NE, ROANOKE, VA 24016) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL WAS ABOUT TO DETACH DUE TO THE OUTER WHEEL BEARING FALLING APART. THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE BEARINGS, BRAKE PADS, SPINDLE, AND WHEEL HUB. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE
. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN. WE WERE ON A TRIP AND AT ONE POINT MY RIGHT FOOT TOUCHED THE DOG HOUSE NEAR THE ACCELERATOR. I MOVED MY FOOT VERY QUICKLY BECAUSE IT WAS HOT AND BURNED MY FOOT. WHEN WE ARRIVED HOME, I USED A NON CONTACT THERMOMETER TO MEASURE THE SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF THE DOG HOUSE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. THE LOWEST TEMPERATURE I FOUND WAS 120 DEGREES AND THE HIGHEST TEMPERATURE WAS 148 DEGREES. THE 148 DEGREE TEMPERATURE WAS NEXT TO WHERE MY FOOT IS WHEN I AM DRIVING. SINCE THIS IS AN RV WE TYPICALLY DRIVE FOR SEVERAL HOURS AT A TIME. THIS TEMPERATURE OCCURRED A FEW HOURS INTO THE TRIP AND HAS BEEN REPEATED ON SUBSEQUENT TRIPS. THIS IS MOSTLY HIGHWAY DRIVING.
2018 Ford E-450 questions
Does the 2018 Ford E-450 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2018 Ford E-450: Backup Camera May Show Reversed Image, Risking Crash; Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed; Brake lights may light up without pedal pressed; Loose Rear Axle U-Bolts Can Cause Loss of Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford E-450?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Suspension (1), Equipment (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Ford E-450 has been fixed?
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