ME AND MY PARTNER WERE RESPONDING TO A MVC IN A FORD AMBULANCE WHEN THE COMPUTER MODULE ON MY SEAT SHORTED OUT CAUSING THE TRUCK TO BURST INTO FLAMES. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO CORRECT THE 2 NEW AMBULANCES WE GOT IN THIS YEAR HAVE THE SAME EXPOSED POSITIVE BATTERY POST THAT CAUSED IT TO SHORT OUT. *TR
2006 ford E-450 electrical problems
severe 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
THE PRELIMINARY REPORT REGARDING THE FIRE ONBOARD A COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS SOLDIERS HOME OWNED HANDICAPPED TRANSPORTATION BUS INDICATES THE FIRE CAUSE MAY HAVE BEEN ELECTRICAL IN NATURE. THE VEHICLE IN QUESTION IS A 2006 FORD E- 450. AN ODOR OF SMOKE WAS REPORTED BY THE DRIVER, ENIO LOPEZ, JUST AFTER ASSISTING A VETERAN ONTO THE BUS AT THE CHELSEA SOLDIERS HOME. UPON REPORTING THE ODOR O…
FIRE IGNITED AT ENGINE COMPARTMENT WIRING HARNESS TO ALTERNATOR RESULTING IN REPLACEMENT OF ALTERNATOR, ALTERNATOR WIRING HARNESS, RIGHT GLOW PLUG WIRING HARNESS, ENGINE COMPARTMENT WIRING HARNESS AND FIRE DAMAGED HOSES AND BELTS. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2006 ford E-450?
It's a meaningful issue. 3 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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