Does the 2016 Ford E-450 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Ford E-450, the most recent reported on May 29, 2019 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford E-450?

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (6 complaints), followed by unknown or other (3).

How many 2016 Ford E-450 complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 17 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Ford E-450 recalls and problems

4 recalls and 17 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Ford E-450.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2016 Ford E-450 recalls

Equipment

NHTSA campaign 19V401000 · reported May 29, 2019 · VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists · 22 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and E-450, 2015 F-250 and F-450, 2016 E-450, 2017 E-350, F-450 and E-450, 2018 F-350, 2010 E-450, 2005-2006 E-450, 2009 E-450 and Chevrolet C4500-based Type I and Type III ambulances equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The monitors may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
The risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists will work with ASA to notify the owners, and remedy the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.

Fuel system, other

NHTSA campaign 17V269000 · reported April 21, 2017 · National Fleet Services of Ohio · 8 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: National Fleet Services of Ohio (National Fleet) is recalling certain 2016 Ford E-450 vehicles equipped with Roush, Generation 4, Propane Conversion Kits. The fuel control valve solenoid may short circuit, shutting off the flow of propane to the engine, causing the engine to shut off.
The risk: An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: National Fleet will notify owners, and Roush dealers will replace the defective fuel control valve solenoid, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2017. Owners may contact National Fleet customer service at 1-440-903-5177, or Roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874. National Fleet's number for this recall is VR.

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

NHTSA campaign 16V046000 · reported January 28, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · 75 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 10, 2015 and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. The trailer braking system may fail, increasing the distance needed to stop the vehicle.
The risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S01. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-710. Any vehicle previously repaired under 15V-710 will need to be repaired again.

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

NHTSA campaign 15V710000 · reported October 27, 2015 · Ford Motor Company · 65 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to September 1, 2015, and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. In the affected vehicles, the trailer brake controller may not actuate the trailer brakes.
The risk: If the trailer brakes are not activated when the towing vehicle is slowing down, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S32.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Structure6
Unknown or other3
Tires2
Electrical system1
Engine1
Equipment1
Power train1
Service brakes1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Steering1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Dec 29, 2025 · Vehicle speed control · 141,000 miles · crash reported
The contact rented a 2016 U-Haul E450. The contact stated that while in the parking lot and placing the vehicle in drive, the contact tapped on the accelerator pedal, then when the brakes were applied and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The contact removed her foot from the brake, and it continued to accelerate and…

Jul 2, 2021 · Structure
Driver’s side extended towing mirror (Ford e450 Class C RV) began closing back toward door while on interstate at normal speed. I rolled down window to push it back out, and the arm extension and mirror fell down out of the “elbow joint” basically hanging by the electrical cord. Was able to exit interstate. Could not…

May 6, 2021 · Structure · 10,600 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD E-450 TRAILERED TO A 2016 COACHMEN LEPRECHAUN TRAVEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FORD CHASSIS WAS UNABLE TO HANDLE THE WEIGHT OF THE RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUSPENSION WAS NOT STURDY ENOUGH FOR THE WEIGHT OF THE RV. THE CONTACT SUBMITTED AN ONLINE COMPLAINT TO NOTIFY…

Sep 29, 2019 · Steering · 10,411 miles
I PURCHASED THIS THOR MOTOR HOME FROM A DEALER ON 09/06/2019, USED OUR FIRST TRIP 260 MILES BOTH WAYS I HAVE FOUND A VERY DIFFICULT TIME ON KEEPING UNIT ON ROAD PROPERLY CONSTANTLY DRIFTING AND VERY FATIGUED IN DRIVING. AT CAMP SIGHT AN IDENTICAL 31W THOR 2018 OWNER STATED HE HAD SAME PROBLEM AN NEIGHBORS STATED THAT…

Nov 1, 2018 · Power train · 15,500 miles · crash reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD E-450. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT ANY WARNING CRASHING INTO A MOBILE HOME. THE CONTACT STATED NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT STATED AS A RESULT OF THE FAILURE THE VEHICLE HAS FAILED TO SHIFT FROM THE…

E-450 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2013	2	12	0	0
2014	3	5	0	0
2015	1	6	0	0
2016	4	17	2	1
2017	2	11	0	0
2018	4	5	0	0
2019	0	5	0	0

Across all years, the 2000 E-450 has the most complaints (41). All Ford E-450 years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Ford E-450 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Ford E-450, the most recent reported on May 29, 2019 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford E-450?: Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (6 complaints), followed by unknown or other (3).
How many 2016 Ford E-450 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 17 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received December 29, 2025.