This page covers 3 recalls and 13 owner complaints for the 2022 Ford E-450.
Steering and brakes are the two systems drawing the most owner attention on the 2022 Ford E-450. On the steering side, multiple owners report the wheel feeling loose or unresponsive at highway speeds, with some describing difficulty maintaining control; several of these vehicles were taken to dealers, with mixed results, some repaired, others returned without a confirmed fault. Brake complaints center on reduced stopping effectiveness, with owners describing a pedal that requires extra effort or distance to bring the vehicle to a halt. A fleet operator reports a pattern of 7.3L engine failures occurring in the 60,000–90,000 mile range across multiple units. A single owner also notes recurring false tire pressure warnings that dealers were unable to reproduce or resolve.
13
Total Complaints
By System
Recalls 1 and 3 describe the same defect. I'll treat them as one issue.
The 2022 Ford E-450 has 3 recalls, the most serious being a brake and steering system defect on dual-rear-wheel models where a loose connection can cause sudden power steering fluid loss, leaving the driver without power steering or power brake assist.
The fuel tank on certain vehicles can also develop a problem where paint along the weld seam peels away, exposing bare metal that corrodes and eventually leaks fuel. A fuel leak near an ignition source raises the risk of a fire.
At a glance
What can fail
The connection between the power steering pressure line and brake hydroboost unit may be inadequate, potentially causing sudden power steering fluid loss.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the power steering pressure line and hydroboost jumper line at no cost.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Paint along the fuel tank weld seam can peel off, exposing metal underneath. The exposed metal can corrode and develop a fuel leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your fuel tank and replace it if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may be inadequate, causing power steering fluid to leak suddenly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the connection and replace the power steering lines as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
