repaired · 2025 Q1
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2023 Ford E-450Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2023 Ford E-450, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-925 the manufacturer reports only 63% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Ford E-450 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Engine
1Structure
1Suspension1 crash/fire/injury
1Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2023 Ford E-450 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Power train: axle hubs
Risk. Wheel separation from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Other: labels
Risk. Missing tire information could lead to an incorrect tire or rim being installed, or incorrect tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other E-450 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the E-450 median. How we score
'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What E-450 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Severe mechanical engine failure occurred while operating my 2023 Ford Super Duty equipped with the 7.3L gasoline V8 engine (Godzilla) at approximately 76,000 miles. While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power, dropped into limp mode, and began displaying a flashing Check Engine…
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