2001 Ford E Series

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2001 Ford E Series
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:02:18.981Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford E Series Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1987: 1 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaints 1997: 6 complaints 1997 1998: 7 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 6 complaints 2003: 4 complaints 2003
2001: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19871
19891
19901
19920
19933
19942
19951
19976
19987
19992
20006
20016
20026
20034

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.

STRUCTURE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.

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THE TV MOUNTED IN THE RAISED "SKY TOP" OF OUR ELK CONVERSION VAN, BROKE LOOSE AND FELL OUT OF ITS MOUNT .

NHTSA ODI report, 20030819

STEERING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering.

STEERING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering.

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STEERING COUPLER CAME LOOSE FROM STREERING BOX. DRIVER WAS DRIVING AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT VAN NEEDED BE TOWED IN FOR REPAIR. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040415

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS BECAME WARPED HAD TO BE REPLACED NORMAL WEAR ON VEHICLE ROTORS CAUSED VEHICLE TA SHAKE VIOLENTLY WHEN APPLYING BRAKES ABOVE 40MPH. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020904

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20020114 — RQ (closed 20020819)

TIRE VALVE STEM

R 20030307 — structure

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO

Campaign 03V094000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20050922 — DP (closed 20060104)

SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Ford E Series — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V094000 (structure) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2001 Ford E Series 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 Series?

The most-reported component is suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Ford E Series have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.