2017 Ford E-450
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
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 11 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 5 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 2 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility/wiper
2 of 11 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
Steering
2 of 11 total reports mention: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
This is a 24' motorhome. 2017 Ford E-450/ while driving in regular traffic, if vehicle is traveling 50 MPH or more, the steering feels loose and the wheels have a delayed reaction to the steering.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-06-05
Also filed under Engine and suspension
Engine
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Ford E-450. While driving various speeds, the engine indicator illuminated and heat entered into the cabin from the floorboard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-20
Equipment
2 of 11 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing recreational vehicle/trailer.
Visibility
1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Ford E-450. While the contact's husband was driving 50 MPH, the front passenger window fractured. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-22
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2019-05-09Equipment19V466000 SVO Group Inc. (SVO Group) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350 and E-450-based shuttle buses equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image.
Remedy: SVO Group will work with ASA to notify owners, and ASA will provide a harness relay capacitor module to eliminate the image reversal, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019.
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2019-06-05Exterior lighting19V342000 Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, and GMC G3500-based ambulances equipped with Whelen brake lights.
Remedy: Taylor Made will notify owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Taylor Made Ambulances customer service at 1-800-468-1310.
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2020-11-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 2024-12-13 Trimark 060-1650 Door Latch Failures
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Ford E-450 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility/wiper: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V466000 · Equipment
- Recall 19V342000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2017 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 2017 Ford E-450?
- The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Ford E-450 have?
- 2 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.