2015 Ford E-450 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (3) · Wheels (2) · Fuel/Propulsion System (1)
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Safety recalls (1)
Seats 2019-04-18 · campaign 19V313000 · 2,080 vehicles
Defect: Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.
Service bulletins (23)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-02-24 · SSM 54601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the
Unknown Or Other 2024-10-10 · SSM 53040 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
while performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions.
Equipment 2024-04-24 · SSM 52476 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
all accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. if the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicle s owner during initial delivery. unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad,
Power Train 2024-03-01 · SSM 52314 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
during service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the timing gear breaking and engine damage. replacement of the bolt
Power Train:manual Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2023-08-10 · SSM 51854 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p264f after powertrain control module (pcm) replacement. this dtc indicates that the engine serial number (esn) must be programmed into the pcm. the esn is located on pts > diagn
Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2023-08-08 · SSM 51849 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p264f after powertrain control module (pcm) replacement. this dtc indicates that the engine serial number (esn) must be programmed into the pcm. the esn is located on pts> oasis>
Showing the 6 most recent of 23 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-11-01 · Wheels · 80,329 mi“the contact rented a 2015 ford e-450. the contact stated that while driving, the vehicle was shaking in the rear. the contact had to maintain an approximate speed of 40 mph to control the vehicle. the fuel warning light was illuminated. the local dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified …”
2020-11-06 · Wheels · 25,025 mi“the tire thread shredded off of both sides of the wheel while driving, damaging mud flaps, etc. 2015 jayco greyhawk rv (ford 450 chasis). mileage was only 25000 miles. other tires appear to alreay display soft spots and cracking - especially near the thread, vehicle is garage when not in use.…”
2018-06-21 · Power Train · 36,755 mi“this is a school bus. when stopped at a stop sign the school bus would not engage in any gear, forward or reverse. the school bus had to be towed to the ford dealership where they found that the coast clutch drum, return spring, piston and one way clutch needed to be replaced. this is the 4th school bus we have had this issue with.…”
2018-02-14 · Power Train · 100,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford e-450. while operating the vehicle, the "service vehicle" warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer (morris buffalo ford, 702 e. highway 55, buffalo mn) where it was diagnosed that the clutch cylinder well inside the tranmission had cracked and the transmission needed to be rebuilt. th…”
2018-02-14 · Power Train · 65,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford e-350. while operating the vehicle, the "service vehicle" warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer (morris buffalo ford, 702 e. highway 55, buffalo mn) where it was diagnosed that the clutch cylinder well inside the tranmission was cracked and the transmission needed to be rebuilt. th…”
2015-09-17 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 2,020 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford e-450. while driving at 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. the contact was unable to restart the vehicle and the engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was towed to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. the technician was able to restart the vehicle but was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. the failu…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.