Ford E-150 Recalls

The Ford E-150 has 23 recalls spanning 1992 through 2023, with the most serious being a 2004 model year ABS module electrical short that can cause the module to overheat, produce smoke, and start a fire under the hood. A separate 2004 recall covers an air filter element that can ignite from hot carbon particles passing through the air induction system, also risking an underhood fire.

Vehicles converted to run on compressed natural gas or propane autogas carry their own fire risks. On 2011-2014 models converted to CNG by Landi Renzo, the rear brackets supporting the CNG cylinder can fail and let the cylinder break free, creating a gas leak that can ignite. On 2010 model year vehicles fitted with Roush Clean Tech liquid propane autogas kits, loose injector retention clips or compromised fuel line fittings can leak propane near ignition sources with the same result.

A large cluster of recalls covers wheelchair lift equipment installed on 1994 through 2017 model years by various converters. Across these, the shared concern is a lift that can move or stow while someone is on the platform. On 2006-2014 models modified by MobilityWorks or Cummings Mobility, Ricon lift platform side plates can crack and cause the platform to separate from the lift assembly, and worn bearings can allow the stowed platform to shift excessively. On 2007-2008 models modified by Mobility Specialists with Braun lifts, the outer barrier roll stop can bend or misalign so a wheelchair can ride over it. On 2014-2017 models with Ricon S-Series and K-Series lifts, a failed positioning cam can let the platform rise above floor level, tipping a wheelchair user inward when exiting. On 2004-2008 models fitted by AccuBuilt, Van Conversions, or Cummings, the anti-stow interlock can fail to detect a person on the platform. The 1994 model year has a similar interlock issue on vans fitted with Ricon lifts by R&R Mobility. On 2000-2007 models with VMI/Ricon six-way power seat bases installed by Access Options, a weld on the pivot pin can fail and allow the seat to collapse under an occupant.

Going further back, the 1997 model year with the 35-gallon mid-ship fuel tank, particularly those used in ambulance prep or severe-duty service, can develop a crack where the tank contacts the frame cross member, leaking fuel near hot components. The 1992 model year has a speed control deactivation switch that can leak fluid onto its electrical contacts and start a fire even with the engine off. The 2023 model year has a missing or incorrect tire information label that could lead to the wrong tire or inflation pressure being used.