Does the 2001 Ford E Series have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Ford E Series, the most recent reported on December 5, 2007 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Ford E Series?

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (2 complaints), followed by steering (2).

How many 2001 Ford E Series complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 Ford E Series recalls and problems

2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Ford E Series.

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.

2001 Ford E Series recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel

NHTSA campaign 07V553000 · reported December 5, 2007 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 1,176,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
The risk: In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on december 29, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

Structure

NHTSA campaign 03V094000 · reported March 7, 2003 · SOUTHERN COMFORT CONVERSIONS · 3,674 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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 units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.
The risk: This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.
The fix: 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 not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southern comfort at 1-800-745-6096.

Most reported problems

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

Service brakes, hydraulic2
Steering2
Engine and engine cooling1
Structure1
Suspension1

What owners report

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

Apr 28, 2008 · Engine and engine cooling · 47,500 miles
DEFECTIVE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR.

Mar 21, 2007 · Suspension · 67,790 miles
I HAVE A 2001 FORD EXCURSION LIMITED. I WAS DRIVING MY CAR BROKE DOWN. I TOWED IT TO FORD AND THEY SAID MY TIE RODS WERE WORN OUT AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. $1075.00 IN PAYMENT. FORD STATED RODS WERE NOT A DEFECT BUT DRIED OUT. REPLACED RODS AND BALL JOINTS. COULD THIS BE TRUE. OTHER FORD OWNERS HAVE NEVER HEARD OF THAT…

Nov 19, 2004 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 20,000 miles
WHILE BRAKING 50 MPH BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THIS CAUSED EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONSUMER USED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM.

Apr 15, 2004 · Steering · 65,000 miles
STEERING COUPLER CAME LOOSE FROM STREERING BOX. DRIVER WAS DRIVING AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT VAN NEEDED BE TOWED IN FOR REPAIR.

Aug 19, 2003 · Structure · 65,000 miles
THE TV MOUNTED IN THE RAISED "SKY TOP" OF OUR ELK CONVERSION VAN, BROKE LOOSE AND FELL OUT OF ITS MOUNT . MY WIFE YELLED AS SHE SAW THE TV FALLING, AND I REACHED BACK OVER MY RIGHT SHOULDER TO CATCH THE TV BEFORE IT FELL TO THE FLOOR AND EXPLODED INTO THE PASSENGER AREA WITH MY WIFE AND CHILD. I FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE…

E Series model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2000	2	6
2001	2	6
2002	2	6
2003	2	5
2004	0	2

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Questions

Does the 2001 Ford E Series have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Ford E Series, the most recent reported on December 5, 2007 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Ford E Series?: Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (2 complaints), followed by steering (2).
How many 2001 Ford E Series complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 28, 2008.