ford E-350 problems
0 safety recalls. 12 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.
Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Driving during heavy rain in Texas, vehicle lost power intermittently, causing engine failure, loss of steering, loss of braking, loss of control. This event was apparently due to BCM failure due to moisture getting to the BCM. Upon inspection by a certified Mechanic , BCM and…
UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OCCURRED TWICE IN SEPTEMBER 2018. ONCE WHILE IN REVERSE; THE OTHER WHILE IN DRIVE. NO ACCIDENT OR INJURY OCCURRED. THIS IS A NEW VEHICLE. THE TRUCK WAS STATIONARY AT A RED LIGHT. WHEN THE INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE IN DRIVE. I WAS SLOWLY BACKING UP IN A…
WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT THE SPEED OF 75 MPH WENT OVER A SMALL BUMP ON ROAD THAT HAD BEEN REPAIRED AND MY TRUCK WENT INTO A SEVERE FRONT END SHAKE AND WOBBLE THAT I JUST ABOUT WENT INTO THE DITCH. (SCARED TO DEATH) SLOWED DOWN TO 10 MPH AND IT STOPPED SO I SLOWLY REGAINED…
WE ORDERED A 2017 WITH AN ADVERTISED GVW OF 14,500 AND GCVW OF 22,000 (E450) BUT THE MANUFACTURER SUBSTITUTED A 2018 PRODUCT WITH A GCVW OF 18,500 (E350) AND GVW OF ONLY 12,500 WHICH IN MY OPINION IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN CONSIDERING THAT MOST VEHICLES SOLD WILL LIKELY BE…
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Common questions
Is the 2017 Ford E-350 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.8 out of 10 based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Ford E-350 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2017 Ford E-350?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 4 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Ford E-350 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 2017 Ford E-350?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 12 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.