2013 Ford E-250
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 10
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
3 of 11 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Show complaint excerpts
On 3/17/2014 we had 4 2-LT225/75R16E ht 701 115S bw sentinel installed on our van by big brand tire & service in lompoc ca. These tires are rated for 50,000 miles. We have driven about 13,000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-11
Also filed under Wheels
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Ford E-250 equipped with hankook tires, tire line: dynapro as, tire size: LT245/75R16. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the rear passengers side tire tread separated from the wheel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-25
Wheels
1 of 11 total reports mentions: wheels.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 11 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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The contact owns a 2013 Ford E-250.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-02-16
Structure
1 of 11 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Service brakes
1 of 11 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Ford E-250. While parked, the contact noticed that the cover fell off of the brake pedal. The contact stated was concerned of the hazard of a pin in the brake pedal being knocked out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-27
Safety timeline
10 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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2014-06-04Equipment adaptive/mobility14V232000 WMK Inc., doing business as Mobility Works, Inc.
Remedy: Mobility will notify owners, and Ricon will send the owner a supplemental cover kit and instructions free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2014.
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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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2014-11-17Equipment adaptive/mobility14V617000 New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified by New England to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon...
Remedy: New England will notify owners to take vehicles 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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2015-11-13Equipment adaptive/mobility15V763000 Mobility Specialists, Inc.
Remedy: Mobility Specialists will notify owners to take their vehicles 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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2016-01-05Equipment adaptive/mobility15V779000 New England Wheels is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, and E-350 cargo vans modified to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts built by the Ricon Corporation.
Remedy: New England Wheels 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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2016-06-29Equipment adaptive/mobility16V350000 New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, E-350, and 2015 Ford Transit vans equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon.
Remedy: New England 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. The recall began on June 29, 2016.
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2019-03-18Equipment adaptive/mobility19V125000 New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain 2008, 2013 and 2014 Ford E-250 vehicles modified to be equipped with Ricon Wheelchair lifts.
Remedy: New England has notified owners, and Ricon dealers will replace the lift positioning input cam, free of charge. The recall began on March 18, 2019.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Ford E-250 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V097000 · Fuel system, other
- Recall 14V232000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 14V584000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 14V617000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 14V706000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 15V763000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 15V729000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 15V779000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 16V350000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 19V125000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
FAQ
- Is the 2013 Ford E-250 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 2013 Ford E-250?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Ford E-250 have?
- 10 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.