Is the 2012 Ford E-150 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ford E-150?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Ford E-150 have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2012 Ford E-150

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2012 Ford E-150
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:33:30.157Z

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 12
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2012: 12 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1989	1
1990	2
1991	15
1992	64
1993	71
1994	121
1995	71
1996	59
1997	102
1998	60
1999	83
2000	50
2001	37
2002	28
2003	21
2004	33
2005	16
2006	16
2007	12
2008	11
2009	7
2010	10
2011	23
2012	12
2013	19
2014	6
2015	8
2016	8
2017	0
2021	1
2023	0

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

3 of 12 total reports mention: power train.

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Was driving vehicle felt jerking and heard grinding noise. Pulled off highway into parking lot. Check could not find anything wrong. Tried to back up vehicle jerk very badlywouldnotback-up. Vehiclewoulddriveforward.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-08

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Ford E-150. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle shifted into first and second gears, but could not shift out of second gear. The contact stated that an unknown warning indicator illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-28

Suspension

2 of 12 total reports mention: suspension.

Structure

2 of 12 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

CRASHINJURY

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Uga

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-01-31

Also filed under Electrical system

My 11 year old daughter was attempting to close the tailgate and didn't see there was something lodged in the crevice. The tailgate popped off and fell on her knee. She is in excruciating pain. We are at the er. This is not safe.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-06-24

Seat belts

2 of 12 total reports mention: seat belts.

CRASH

Wheels

1 of 12 total reports mentions: wheels.

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2014-03-27Fuel system, other14V097000 Landi Renzo USA is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified January 2, 2011, through February 24, 2014 to operate on compressed natural gas (CNG).

Remedy: Landi Renzo USA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the side arm brackets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2014. Owners may contact Landi Renzo USA at 1-855-526-3400.

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2014-07-22Fuel system, other14V501000 Adrian Steel Company (Adrian) is recalling certain model year 2012 Ford E-150, E-250 and E-350 Commercial Cargo Vans modified by Adrian between September 21, 2012, to September 24, 2012.

Remedy: Adrian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum fuel line fittings with stainless steel fittings, free of charge. The recall began during July 2014. Owners may contact Adrian customer service at 1-800-677-2726.

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2014-09-01Fuel system, other14V426000 Roush Performance Products, Inc. (Roush) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford E-150 Wagons and Cargo Vans, E-250 Cargo Vans and Extended Cargo Vans, E-350 Wagons, Extended Wagons, Cargo Vans, and Extended Vans, and E-450 Cutaway models.

Remedy: Roush will notify owners and will replace the aluminum fuel line fittings with new stainless steel fittings, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2014. Owners may contact Roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874.

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2014-10-03Equipment adaptive/mobility14V584000 National Van Builders, Inc.

Remedy: National Van will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge.

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2015-01-13Equipment adaptive/mobility14V706000 Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply (Cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, Chevrolet Express, 2006-2008 Dodge Sprinter, and 2009-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2013 Ford Transit Connect vehicles...

Remedy: Cummings will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge.

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2015-12-15Equipment adaptive/mobility15V729000 MobilityWorks (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans modified by MobilityWorks to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon...

Remedy: MobilityWorks will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge.

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Date not on fileEquipment13V261000 Mobility Works is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Ford E-150, E-250 and E-350 vehicles manufactured August 2006 through August 2012.

Remedy: Mobility Works will notify owners and Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. This recall campaign is expected to begin July 15, 2013.

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Buy-smart checklist

2012 Ford E-150 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 13V261000 · Equipment
Recall 14V097000 · Fuel system, other
Recall 14V501000 · Fuel system, other
Recall 14V426000 · Fuel system, other
Recall 14V584000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
Recall 14V706000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
Recall 15V729000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility

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FAQ

Is the 2012 Ford E-150 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ford E-150?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Ford E-150 have?: 7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.