2022 Ford E-350 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2022 Ford E-350 has a complaint index of 80, ranking 5th worst out of 21 model years, with an Avoid verdict. NHTSA lists 14 complaints and 3 recalls, with steering (50%) and brakes (29%) as the top problem areas.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 80/100
- #5 of 21 E-350 years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 14
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Steering
Top 2022 Ford E-350 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering7 (50%)
- Brakes4 (29%)
- Fuel System3 (21%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (14%)
- Electrical System1 (7%)
- Engine1 (7%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report sudden loss of power steering while driving uphill, followed by longer-than-normal stopping distances even with heavy brake pressure.
- Some describe the steering wheel becoming stiff and the vehicle pulling to one side, accompanied by an unusual cabin odor.
- A pressure hose reportedly broke on one vehicle, causing simultaneous brake and steering failure at low speed.
- Trailer brakes and trailer lights were reported to cut out intermittently, with a recall fix that owners say did not resolve the issue.
- Owners mention a mechanical clicking noise from the transmission area while parked in idle, with the driveline visibly rocking back and forth.
- One owner reported the vehicle unexpectedly shifting into reverse after being placed in park, striking people and property.
2022 Ford E-350 recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V097000Feb 9, 2024Brakes16,543 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.
Risk: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering pressure line and the hydroboost jumper line, free of charge. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 22V-089 and owners will need to have the new remedy completed even if their vehicle was remedied under the prior recall. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S07.
- NHTSA 22V925000Dec 14, 2022Fuel System11,074 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 vehicles. The paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and lead to corrosion of the exposed metal, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S76.
- NHTSA 22V089000Feb 16, 2022Brakes44,219 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.
Risk: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S08.
2022 compared with other E-350 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Ford E-350 reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2022 E-350 a complaint index of 80, the 5th worst of 21 model years tracked, and the model carries an Avoid verdict relative to other E-350 years.
- What are the main problems with the 2022 Ford E-350?
- Steering accounts for 50% of complaints and brakes for 29%, with median mileage at failure around 11,000 miles for steering and 9,330 miles for brakes.
- Does the 2022 Ford E-350 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 E-350: two involving a power steering line connection to the brake hydroboost unit, and one for fuel tank weld seam corrosion.
- How does the 2022 E-350 compare to other model years?
- The 2022 E-350 has a complaint index of 80, worse than years like 2015 and 2016 which rate Best with complaint indexes of 20 and 10, but not as high as 2006's index of 100.