2001 Ford E-450
Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 73 |
| 2000 | 42 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 4 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 2 |
| 2027 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 16 total reports mention: tires.
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I HAVE A 2001 JAYCO 33' CLASS C MOTOR HOME ON A FORD E-450 V-10 CHASSIS. I WAS TRAVELING ON HI I 5 SOUTH ABOUT 45 MILES FROM SACRAMENTO, AT 65 MPH WHEN THE RIGHT REAR DUAL TIRES BLEW OUT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030920
FIRESTONE STEELTEX LT22575R16 TREAD SEPERATION. TIRE PRES:75PSI, SPEED 65, TEMP:80F, ROAD SURFACE: SMOOTH HIGHWAY,. THIS IS ALSO THE THIRD TIRE FAILURE ON THIS RV. ( AT WORK OUR FORD SUV HAS HAD THREE TIRE FAILURES JUST LIKE MY RV)
NHTSA ODI report, 20030523
3 of 16 total reports mention: tires.
3 of 16 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
1 of 16 total reports mentions: suspension.
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DURING T WO TRIPS ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS WE ENCOUNTERED WINDS FROM 10 TO 30 MPH. ON THESE OCCASIONS I FOUND IT NECESSARY TO SLOW DOWN TO 40 TO 50 MPH SPEED IN ORDER TO CONTROL MOTOR HOME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20010723
1 of 16 total reports mentions: suspension.
SAFETY TIMELINE
RAPID TIRE DEFLATION
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05
Campaign 06V286000 — check if this car was fixed
FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002
Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS THAT DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS IN LINE WITH THE SCDS. ON 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES WITH A LEAKING SCDS, DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE CO
Campaign 09V399000 — check if this car was fixed
HVAC Switch Failures
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Ford E-450 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06V286000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V399000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2001 Ford E-450 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 2001 Ford E-450?
The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Ford E-450 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.