2015 Ford E-450 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2015 Ford E-450 ranks 16th worst out of 20 model years, with a complaint index of 21 and a Best verdict. It had 6 complaints and 1 recall, with no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 21/100
- #16 of 20 E-450 years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 6
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Transmission & Powertrain
Top 2015 Ford E-450 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (50%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (33%)
- Engine1 (17%)
- Fuel System1 (17%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some owners report the engine stalling at highway speed and being unable to restart, with the warning light staying on even after dealer inspection.
- Owners describe the transmission's clutch cylinder well cracking, requiring a full transmission rebuild after a service warning light appeared.
- One fleet owner reported the vehicle failing to engage any gear at a stop, tracing the issue to a worn coast clutch drum, return spring, piston, and one-way clutch, and noted the same failure on multiple similar vehicles.
- Tire tread reportedly shredded from both sides of a wheel while driving, with additional tires showing cracking and soft spots near the tread.
- Some drivers reported the rear of the vehicle shaking at speed, requiring them to slow down to maintain control, along with an illuminated fuel warning light.
2015 Ford E-450 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 19V313000Apr 18, 2019Structure & Body2,080 vehicles
Seats
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.
Remedy: 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.
2015 compared with other E-450 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Ford E-450 a reliable model year?
- Among 20 model years of the E-450, 2015 ranks 16th worst with a complaint index of 21, earning a Best verdict relative to other years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford E-450?
- NHTSA complaints show Transmission & Powertrain issues made up half of all reported problems, followed by Suspension, Wheels & Tires issues at 33 percent.
- Does the 2015 Ford E-450 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 E-450, covering Structure & Body concerns tied to modified Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats on vehicles converted by MobilityTrans.
- At what mileage do 2015 Ford E-450 problems usually show up?
- The median mileage at failure across all reported complaints was 50,877.5 miles, though transmission issues had a higher median of 65,000 miles.
- How does the 2015 E-450 compare to other years like 2014 or 2016?
- The 2014 E-450 has an even lower complaint index of 5 and also carries a Best verdict, while the 2016 E-450 has a much higher complaint index of 89 and an Avoid verdict.