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ProblemsByVinFile / 2009-FORD-E-150NHTSA data synced 1 hour ago
2009 · Ford
Ford E-150 problems
6 active recall campaigns on file, only 8 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.
Reliability score
7.8 / 10
Limited NHTSA data — only 8 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 6 active recalls on file.
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Should you avoid this 2009 E-150?
Not enough data for a verdict
Only 8 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 6 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.
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On approximately 8/25/2010, while driving on the highway the vehicle suddenly shut down electrically. It couldn't be started by aaa. It was towed to a local repair shop and they found a burned wire that went from the fuse box to a junction box. He told me that this is an…
(defective lock/handle) this incident occurred when the door was in a lock position and a passenger tried to open the door. Something snapped. Then the door was unable to open even after the door is unlocked. After my friend did me a favor to fix it, the same thing happened on…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Ford e-150. While driving 25 MPH, the number seven driver side spark plug failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the tread on the cylinder head was stripped. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified…
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Comm-trans is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 ada conversion vans built on Ford e-150, e-250, and e-350 chassis between december 7, 2007 and december 23, 2009 and fitted with certain ricon s series and k series l-model wheelchair lifts
When the platform overruns the vehicle floor level and stops at an angle from 15-20 degrees, it is possible for a person in a wheelchair to tip over and for someone standing on the platform to fall, possibly resulting in injuries.
Fix: Comm-trans will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by authorized ricon dealers free of charge. A software solution for this safety defect is under investigation. Until the software solution is available, ricon will provide owners with a bulletin outlining proper wheelchair lift operation and will ship owners a dvd-based training aid to promote proper lift operation at no cost. The safety recall began on july 6, 2010. Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or comm-trans at 1-901-726-9394.
Comm-trans is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 ada conversion vans built on Ford e-150, e-250, and e-350 chassis between december 7, 2007 and december 23, 2009 and fitted with ricon public use lifts
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move without the restraint belt properly buckled.
Fix: Comm-trans is working with ricon and ricon will be performing the remedy for this campaign. Please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. Ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a dvd-based training aid. The safety recall began on july 6, 2010. Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or comm-trans at 1-901-726-9394.
Mobility works is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 conversion vans built on Ford e150, e250, and e350 chassis after november 2007 and fitted with ricon public use lifts
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move without the restraint belt properly buckled.
Fix: Mobility works is working with ricon and ricon will be performing the remedy for this campaign. Please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. Ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a dvd-based training aid. The safety recall began on august 20, 2010. Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mobility works at 1-800-769-8267.
Limited NHTSA data. Only 8 owner complaints have been filed for the 2009 Ford E-150, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2009 Ford E-150?
Only 8 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 6 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2009 Ford E-150 without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What should I check before buying a used 2009 Ford E-150?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2009 Ford E-150 to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Is the 2009 Ford E-150 a good used car to buy?
Hard to say from federal data alone — only 8 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2009 Ford E-150?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my Ford E-150 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2009 Ford E-150?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 8 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 hour ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2009/Ford/E-150.
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