Free. Instant. No signup. Pulls recalls and complaints for your exact vehicle.

Couldn't find that VIN. Check the digits and try again.

ProblemsByVin File / 2011-FORD-E-150 NHTSA data synced 1 hour ago
2011 · Ford

Ford E-150 problems

6 active recall campaigns on file, no owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

0 5 10
Reliability score
8.8 / 10

No owner complaints on NHTSA yet, so the reliability score is provisional. 6 active recalls on file — read those first.

0
Critical
6
Severe
0
Moderate
Should you avoid this 2011 E-150?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 0 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 6 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

Embed this reliability snapshot

Free to use on your site, post, or video — keep the link back. Preview the widget →

<iframe src="https://problemsbyvin.com/embed/reliability/2011-ford-e-150/" width="100%" height="340" style="border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:8px;max-width:640px" title="2011 Ford E-150 reliability snapshot" loading="lazy"></iframe>
Buyer's checklist
Going to look at one? Use the pre-purchase inspection list.
Generated from this 2011 E-150's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.
See the checklist ->

Active recalls showing 3 of 6

severe NHTSA 11V450000 August 31, 2011

Roush is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Ford e-150, e-250, and e-350 5

A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Fix: Roush will notify owners of the vehicles of which the kits were installed in order to arrange for free replacement of the injector retention clips. The safety recall began on september 26, 2011. Owners may contact roush at 1-734-466-6255.
severe NHTSA 11E033000 August 31, 2011

Roush is recalling certain aftermarket roush clean tech liquid propane autogas fuel system kits used for installation on the following vehicles: model year 2007 and 2008 Ford e-350 (duel rear wheel), my 2009-2011 Ford e- 150, e-250, and e-350, and my 2009-2011 Ford e-450 cutaways

A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Fix: Roush will notify owners of the vehicles of which the kits were installed on in order to arrange for free replacement of the injector retention clips. The safety recall began on september 29, 2011. Owners may contact roush at 1-800-59-rouch (1-800-597-6874.
severe NHTSA 11V307000 May 31, 2011

Roush performance products is recalling certain 2011 Ford e-series vans equipped with 5

A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Roush will replace the defective valve with a correctly machined one. All the affected vehicles have been repaired, therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact roush at 1-734-466-6255.
View all 6 recalls →

Common questions

Is the 2011 Ford E-150 reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 0 owner complaints have been filed for the 2011 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 2011 Ford E-150?

Only 0 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 2011 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 2011 Ford E-150?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2011 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 2011 Ford E-150 a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 0 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 2011 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 2011 Ford E-150?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 0 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.

Related

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/2011/Ford/E-150. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Ford. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
Sponsored
Get a free warranty quote →