2012 Ford E-350: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Ford E-350: 12 recalls, 16 owner complaints and up to 13 mpg combined.
Recalls
12 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #13V261000 · 2013 · 37 vehicles
What's wrong: The vehicles are equipped with certain ricon s series and k series wheelchair lifts with an optional armored pendant cable. The armored cable May be positioned such that it does not clear the wheelchair lift.
Why it matters: If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it May contact the power lug and, if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, a short circuit May occur that could result in a fire.
The fix: Mobility works will notify owners and ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. This recall campaign is expected to begin July 15, 2013.
Fuel system (other) Vehicle recall #14V097000 · 2014 · 343 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the left and right rear brackets that support the rear cng cylinder May fail, allowing the cylinder to dislodge from the vehicle.
Why it matters: If the cylinder dislodges, a cng leak May result, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Landi renzo USA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the side arm brackets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2014.
Fuel system (other) Vehicle recall #14V426000 · 2014 · 36 vehicles
What's wrong: Roush performance products, Inc. (roush) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford e-150 wagons and cargo vans, e-250 cargo vans and extended cargo vans, e-350 wagons, extended wagons, cargo vans, and extended vans, and e-450 cutaway models. These models were modified by roush to be equipped with certain propane fuel system conversion kits manufactured January 2011 to August 2012 with an aluminum fuel line…
Why it matters: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Roush will notify owners and will replace the aluminum fuel line fittings with new stainless steel fittings, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2014.
Fuel system (other) Vehicle recall #14V501000 · 2014 · 28 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles are equipped with certain propane fuel system conversion kits with an aluminum fuel line fitting manufactured by roush cleantech. Due to a reaction between the different metals, the affected kits May develop a propane leak where the aluminum fuel line fitting contacts the brass supply valve housing.
Why it matters: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Adrian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum fuel line fittings with stainless steel fittings, free of charge. The recall began during July 2014.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #14V595000 · 2014 · 437 vehicles
What's wrong: The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts May crack.
Why it matters: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform May fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
The fix: Elkhart will notify owners to take the vehicles to a ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2014.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #14V617000 · 2014 · 286 vehicles
What's wrong: The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts May crack.
Why it matters: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform May fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
The fix: New england will notify owners to take vehicles to a ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #14V641000 · 2014 · 834 vehicles
What's wrong: Mobility works (wmk Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford e150, e250, and e350 vans modified by mobility works to be equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by ricon corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts May crack.
Why it matters: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform May fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
The fix: Mobility works will notify owners, and ricon will supply supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2014.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #14V706000 · 2014 · 34 vehicles
What's wrong: The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts May crack.
Why it matters: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform May fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
The fix: Cummings will notify owners to take buses to a ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2015.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #15V729000 · 2015 · 667 vehicles
What's wrong: Mobilityworks (wmk Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford e-150, e-250, and e-350 vans modified by mobilityworks to be equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by ricon corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that May have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Why it matters: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform May have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
The fix: Mobilityworks will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2015.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #15V763000 · 2015 · 285 vehicles
What's wrong: Mobility specialists, Inc. (mobility specialists) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford e-250, and e-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by ricon corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts May crack. Additionally, the affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that May have pivot…
Why it matters: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform May fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator. Additionally, if the bearings move out of position, the stowed…
The fix: Mobility specialists will notify owners to take their vehicles to a ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2015.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #15V779000 · 2015 · 278 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that May have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Why it matters: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform May have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
The fix: New england wheels will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2016.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #16V350000 · 2016 · 2 vehicles
What's wrong: The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts May crack. Additionally, the lifts are equipped with folding link arms that May have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Why it matters: If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform May fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of…
The fix: New england will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2016.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2012 Ford E-350 has 16 owner complaints, ranking #22 of 35 E-350 model years for complaints (well below the 29 average). Complaints peaked in 2013 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 69,750 miles. Neighboring years: 2011 (19 complaints, 18 recalls), 2013 (13 complaints, 9 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.4 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 13 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.4 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 | 15 | 13 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 6.8 L 10-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 10 | 14 | 12 | Regular |
| 6.8 L 10-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 10 | 13 | 11 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Ford E-350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 vehicle recalls for the 2012 Ford E-350. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Ford E-350 problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (4), engine (3), steering (2).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Ford E-350 get?
EPA ratings run up to 13 mpg combined (5.4 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Ford E-350 repair manual?
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