Ford E-550 problems

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Ford E-550 years list
Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
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Recalls list

The Ford E-Series (also known as the Ford Econoline, Ford Econovan or Ford Club Wagon) is a range of full-size vans manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company. Introduced for 1961 as the replacement of the Ford F-Series panel van, four generations of the model line have been produced. Marketed for both cargo and passenger transport configurations, the E-Series has been designed with multiple design variations for both retail and commercial sale, including vans, and commercial-grade cutaway van chassis and stripped chassis (a chassis without bodywork).

With over 8.2 million units sold since 1961, the Ford E-Series is the third-best selling van line in history (outranked only by the Ford Transit and Volkswagen Transporter). Ford retired the E-Series passenger and cargo vans after 2014, replacing them with the Ford Transit. As of current production, the E-Series remains offered exclusively in cutaway and stripped-chassis configurations. In 2021, the model line entered its 60th year of production (becoming the second current Ford line to do so).

The E-Series (cutaway/stripped chassis) is assembled by Ford at its Ohio Assembly facility (Avon Lake, Ohio), which has produced the model line since 1975. Prior to its closure, Lorain Assembly (Lorain, Ohio) assembled the model line from 1961 to 2005.

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Common Ford E-550 problems

The Ford F-550 is a versatile and powerful vehicle, but like any other vehicle, it is not without its common problems. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues with the Ford F-550, based on complaints from owners:

Brake light problems: Some Ford F-550 owners have reported issues with their brake lights, including the inability to switch the gear selector due to a malfunctioning brake switch. This can be a safety issue, as it can prevent the driver from shifting into gear, and it may require a replacement of the brake switch to fix.

Oil pressure problems: The Ford F-550 has been known to experience issues with its oil pressure, including low oil pressure and faulty oil pressure sensors. These issues can lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly, and they may require a replacement of the oil pressure sensor or a more extensive engine repair.

Air conditioning problems: Some Ford F-550 owners have reported issues with their air conditioning, including the engine dying when the A/C fan switch is turned to high speed. This can be caused by a faulty A/C clutch or a malfunctioning electrical system, and it may require a replacement of the A/C clutch or a more extensive electrical repair.

Fuses and wiring problems: The Ford F-550 has been known to experience issues with its fuses and wiring, including blown fuses and damaged wiring. These issues can lead to a variety of problems, including starting issues and electrical malfunctions, and they may require a replacement of the damaged fuses or wiring.

It is important to note that these are common problems, but they do not necessarily affect all Ford F-550 vehicles. If you are experiencing any of these issues, it is recommended that you take your vehicle to a qualified mechanic or dealership for diagnosis and repair. Regular maintenance and inspections can also help prevent these issues from occurring in the first place.

Is the Mercedes E550 reliable?

The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 14% for the Mercedes-Benz E550, compared to an average of 14% for luxury fullsize cars and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.

Is the 2012 E550 a good car?

The E550 Coupe is sweet!

thousand more. Great acceleration. This car will go 50mph to 80mph like a bullet. Passing slow pokes on 2 lane roads is instant and extremely fun I get looks and compliments everywhere I go.

What was the last year of the E550?

Model year 2014 is the last in which Mercedes will offer this car in America, as the E550 will be replaced for 2015 by a new E400 powered by a 329-hp, 3.0-liter twin-turbo V-6.

How much is maintenance on a 2014 Mercedes E550?

The average annual repair cost is $1,059 which means it has poor ownership costs. While the frequency of repairs is higher than normal, the severity of those issues is average, so your E550 may have a few more shop visits when compared to other models.

Percentage distribution of complaints by Ford E-550 years

We have researched Ford problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Ford E-550 cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Ford E-550 model years:

Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Ford E-550 model years.

Distribution of the number of complaints by Ford E-550 years

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Ford E-550 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analysing all complaints related to Ford E-550 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:

Engine and engine cooling problems
Electrical system problems
Fuel/propulsion system problems
Fuel system problems
Diesel problems

The graph below shows statistics for all Ford E-550 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by E-550 model years

A total of 1 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

The NHTSA has received 9 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Ford E-550 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Ford E-550 vehicles.

List of Ford E-550 complaints

Ford E-550 2005

Date Of Incident: 2015-05-01
Date Complaint: 2015-05-01
VIN: 1FDAF56P75E
Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-550. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE FUEL TANK WAS DISCOVERED TO BE CORRODED CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO FAIL. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 23,000.

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Ford E-550 2003

Date Of Incident: 2015-01-19
Date Complaint: 2015-01-26
VIN: 1FDAF56P43E
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD E-550. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 05V270000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 43,000.

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Ford E-550 2006

Date Of Incident: 2013-11-20
Date Complaint: 2014-11-25
VIN: 1FDAW57P46E
Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Summary: 2006 F550 LOSING POWER, METAL SHAVING IN FUEL LINE, VIOLENT LEAKING EGR VALUE, NO POWER HARD TO START. *TR

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Ford E-550 2005

Date Of Incident: 2010-07-15
Date Complaint: 2010-08-02
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Summary: FORD 650 TRUCK, YEAR 2005, TOTAL MILES 15,000. PROBLEM; RUSTING FUEL TANK CLOGGING FILTERS AND FUEL INJECTORS. *TR

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Ford E-550 2006

Date Of Incident: 2006-07-08
Date Complaint: 2010-06-24
VIN: 3FRML55Z86V
Components: POWER TRAIN
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD LC F-550. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OF AT LEAST 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD INDEPENDENTLY SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL. THE DEALER PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC YET WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE OR PRODUCE ANY FAILURE CODES FOR THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 300 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 32,000. UPDATED 09/24/10. *LJ UPDATED 09/24/10

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Ford E-550 2002

Date Of Incident: 2007-11-08
Date Complaint: 2008-12-07
VIN: 1FDAF57F92E
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: PURCHASED A USED FORD 550 DIESEL BUCKET TRUCK, IN NOV. 2007 TWO WEEKS AFTER TRUCK STARTED TO NOT START AT TIMES AND WOULD STALL WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. WE DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND HAD IT TOWED IN SEVERAL TIMES, DEALERSHIP WOULD SEND TRUCK BACK TO US AND IT WOULD AGAIN STALL ON THE ROAD, AFTER THIS HAPPENED TWO TIMES IN A ROW AND IT WAS BACK AT DEALERSHIP WHEN THEY TOLD US AGAIN NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. WE TOLD THEM TO TAKE IT HOME FOR THE NIGHT. THEY DID AND OF COURSE IT STALLED ON THE ROAD. THEY THEN STARTED TO BREAK DOWN THE ENGINE TO FIND WHAT WAS WRONG. THEY THOUGHT THAT THE INJECTORS AFTER BEING TAKEN OUT AND TESTED WERE NOT IN THAT GOOD OF CONDITION AND THAT THEY WERE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM AND SHOULD BE CHANGED. WE HAD THEM CHANGE 7 OF 8 INJECTORS ALSO CALLED GLOW PLUGS. THIS CAME TO ABOUT $4000 SAME PROBLEM DIFFERENT STATE TRUCK WENT TO NEW DEALER SHIP WAS TOLD NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. PICKED IT UP AND DROVE IT AND OF COURSE IT STALLED ON THE ROAD AGAIN IT WAS TOWED IN AND THEY SAID IT HAD TO BE WIRING AND SINCE IT WOULD TAKE TO LONG TO LOOK OVER ALL THE WIRING AND WITH THE SYMPTOMS THE WIRES WERE BAD SO WE NEEDED A NEW WIRING HARNESS. WE HAD THEM PUT IT IN. THIS WAS ABOUT $ 2700 WE PICKED UP THE TRUCK AND TRUCK STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY AND WAS NOT OFF THE ROAD THIS TIME, WE HAD IT TOWED BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AGAIN. THEY AGAIN SAID THEY HAD NO IDEA WHAT WAS WRONG WITH THE TRUCK BUT IT MUST BE WIRING SO THE WIRING COMING OUT OF THE FUSE BOX, WAS CHANGED NOT SURE WHAT THE NAME IS NOW. ABOUT $900 TRUCK WAS SERVICED AGAIN IN ANOTHER STATE AT ANOTHER DEALERSHIP ABOUT 4000 ANOTHER STATE AND TRUCK WAS IN DEALERSHIP AGAIN. THEY FOUND PROBLEMS WITH THE GLOW PLUGS, AND WE WERE TOLD FIRST DEALERSHIP WAS AT FAULT. $1900 BACK HOME AGAIN AND TRUCK IS STILL STALLING SO I LOOKED UP ON WEB TRUCK NOT STARTING AND STALLING AND THIS CAME UP. I CANNOT NOT TELL YOU UPSET WE ARE AT THIS WE ARE OUT 13,500 AND IT MAY HAVE BEEN A BAD CPS WE ARE BANKRUPT. *TR

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Ford E-550 2006

Date Of Incident: 2007-06-19
Date Complaint: 2007-06-19
Crash: 1
VIN: 1FAHP24146G
Components: SEAT BELTS
Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD E550. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP AT 25 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THE CONTACT THEN DROVE INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND CRASHED HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. AFTERWARDS, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A LARGE SIGN. WHEN THE VEHICLE FINALLY STOPPED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE HAD BECOME LOOSE AND THE SEAT BELT WAS RESTING IN HIS LAP. THE SEAT BELT HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPAIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE WEATHER WAS SUNNY AND DRY. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 12,500.

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Ford E-550 2005

Date Of Incident: 2006-11-20
Date Complaint: 2006-12-15
VIN: 1FMYU02Z55K
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: I PURCHASED MY 2005 FORD ESCAPE JANUARY 15, 2005. IN APRIL THAT SAME YEAR WAS THE FIRST TIME I ATTEMPTED TO START MY BRAND NEW TRUCK AND IT WOULD NOT START. THE VEHICLE WILL CRANK BUT THE ENGINE WILL NOT TURN OVER. THIS HAPPENS ABOUT EVERY 3-4 MONTHS. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO MY LOCAL DEALER REGARDING THIS PROBLEM ABOUT 4 OR 5 TIMES AND EACH TIE THEY TELL ME THEY CAN'T FIND ANY REASON THAT IT WOULD BE DOING THIS. THE LAST TWO TIMES IT HAPPENED I RECALL THAT IT HAD BEEN RAINING IN MY AREA SO I DON'T KNOW IF THAT IS A FACTOR OR NOT BUT THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED WAS JUST BEFORE THANKSGIVING 2006. *NM

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Ford E-550 2005

Date Of Incident: 2006-01-01
Date Complaint: 2006-10-02
VIN: 3FRWX65F56V
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO STALL. THE DEALER REPLACED 4 FUEL INJECTORS, 2 OIL LINES, AND 2 OIL PUMPS. THE SERVICE DEALER WAS UNSURE HOW TO RECTIFY THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE IN GEAR, WHETHER ACCELERATING OR NOT.

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Latest 5 recalls Ford E-550

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 12 recalls for different components of the Ford E-550.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.

Model: Ford E-550 2002
Report Received Date: 2009-10-13
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary: 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 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). THE SCDS MAY LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence: A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR WITH OR WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING.
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 CONNECTOR AND REPAIR AS NECESSARY. REPAIRS WILL BE COMPLETED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 27, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.

Model: Ford E-550 2003
Report Received Date: 2009-10-13
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary: 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 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). THE SCDS MAY LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence: A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR WITH OR WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING.
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 CONNECTOR AND REPAIR AS NECESSARY. REPAIRS WILL BE COMPLETED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 27, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.

Model: Ford E-550 2002
Report Received Date: 2007-03-06
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence: OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE, BURN, OR AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017, 05V388, AND 06V286)

Model: Ford E-550 2003
Report Received Date: 2007-03-06
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence: OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE, BURN, OR AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017, 05V388, AND 06V286)

Model: Ford E-550 2005
Report Received Date: 2006-06-13
Manufacturer: UFI FILTERS USA
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Summary: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.