2010 Ford E-250
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Recalls
13 recalls name the 2010 Ford E-250. Newest first.
New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, E-350, and 2015 Ford Transit vans equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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 injury.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact New England customer service at 1-800-886-9247. New England's number for this recall is 16E-020.
New England Wheels is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, and E-350 cargo vans modified to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts built by the Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact New England Wheels customer service at 1-800-866-9247, or Ricon Customer Service at 1-800-322-2884. New England Wheels' number for this recall is 15E-068. Note: These vans and wheelchair lifts were subject to a similar recall in 2014. All vehicles that received that recall remedy are still affected by this recall as well.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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 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.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Mobility Specialists customer service at 1-877-777-5438, or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact MobilityWorks customer service at 1-800-769-8267, or Ricon Customer Service at 1-800-322-2884. Note: These vehicles and wheelchair lifts were subject to a similar recall in 2014. All vehicles that received that recall remedy are still affected by this recall as well.
Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply (Cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, Chevrolet Express, 2006-2008 Dodge Sprinter, and 2009-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2013 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to October 8, 2014, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Cumming's customer service at 1-800-639-5438 or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Cumming's number for this recall is 14E-041.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Mobility Works customer service at 1-800-769-8267 or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified by New England 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact New England customer service at 1-800-886-9247 or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. New England's number for this recall is 14E-041.
National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2007-2014 Ford E-150 and E-250 vehicles manufactured February 26, 2007, to August 19, 2014, and 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
National Van 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 on October 3, 2014. Owners may contact National Van customer service at 1-800-527-7477. National Van's number for this recall is Ricon2014.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874.
Mobility Works is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Ford E-150, E-250 and E-350 vehicles manufactured August 2006 through August 2012. 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Mobility Works at 1-877-275-4912 and Ricon at 1-818-267-3000.
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. the fuel rails included in the kits contain improperly seated injector…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
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.
Roush IS recalling certain model year 2009-2011 ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 5.4L engin vans/wagons/cutaways, and model year 2010-2011 ford E-450 6.8L engine cutaway vehicles altered by rouch to operate using the roush branded cleantech propane autogas fuel system. the fuel rails included in the kits contain improperly seated injector retention clips.…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
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.
Roush IS recalling certain aftermarket roush clean tech liquid propane autogas fuel system kits produced between december 17, 2010, and may 6, 2011, used for installation on fleet vehicles model year 2009 through 2011 ford e-series vans/wagons/shuttles/cutaway (150, 250 and 350) with 5.4L engines ("e-series"), and my 2011 ford E-450 cutaways. the valves…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
As of may 27, 2011, roush had notified all owners of record by telephone and shipped to them replacement valves free of charge. owners may contact roush at 1-734-466-6255.
Owner complaints
9 complaints2 involved a crash1 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Structure › Body
The rubber body mounts that are used between the body and chassis have deteriorated and crumbled to the point that there is nothing left but the bolt where a mount or bushing once was and this has happened within 100,000 or less on this vehicle when first noticed due to very harsh ride, body roll…
The rubber body mounts that are used between the body and chassis have deteriorated and crumbled to the point that there is nothing left but the bolt where a mount or bushing once was and this has happened within 100,000 or less on this vehicle when first noticed due to very harsh ride, body roll, popping and screeching noise from underneath van due to the rubber missing in places. This has been a constant problem with our f-250 Ford trucks as well and we do not drive the van or trucks off road and do not tow either and never drive in salt on roads in the winter so this is not due to road salt or muddy wet conditions of off roading as we are in the house cleaning business and never drive on anything other than paved or solid driveways on all jobs and do not work if bad weather is present. The bad mounts cause severe body roll, radiator damage due to bottom of radiator making contact with frame because rubber eventually fell apart and caused body to contact chassis cracking the radiator on bottom and the flexing due to instability cracked the side casing on radiator as well. This has been a safety issue for years and the new Ford trucks are still having this issue as we are dealing with this again on the new truck with less than 60,000 miles and this is the truck that we use to estimate jobs so it's basically a town truck and shouldn't be having failing body mounts. I believe during an accident the body could separate from chassis if this isn't corrected and it greatly affects the handling and ride of the vehicle when body contacts the chassis and also damages other components such as radiator. Reapirs about 2000.00 for new mounts replacement.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2010 ford E-250. The contact stated that the electrical wires melted on his vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated before or after the failure. The vehicle was taken to tony betten & son's ford inc (3839 plainfield ave ne in grand rapids, mi) where it was…
TL* the contact owns a 2010 ford E-250. The contact stated that the electrical wires melted on his vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated before or after the failure. The vehicle was taken to tony betten & son's ford inc (3839 plainfield ave ne in grand rapids, mi) where it was diagnosed that the electrical wire harness and blower switch failed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
- Unknown or other
When I am driving in my truck , many times , with the windows up , I can smell exhaust in my cab . Many times on the highway , whether the windows are up or don , when I accelerate , strong fumes enter my cab area . This situation always happens and continues to happen !!
- Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 2010 ford E-250. The contact stated that while driving at about 50 mph, the front end of the vehicle vibrated violently. The failure recurred. The randall reeds park cities dealer in ford, dallas was contacted at phone number: 214-358-8800, but the dealer did not return the call. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 49,900.
- Engine
Spark plug was pushed out of the cylinder head by cylinder compression resulting in power loss and fire concern. these are factory installed spark plugs and have never been serviced. The condition occurred after a 200 mile trip. this vehicle has 95K miles and has been routinely serviced.
- Suspension
The death wobble occurs when you hit a bump in the road large or small . I have been replacing everything on the front end . just rotated tires going to see if that works
- Tires
2010 ford E250. consumer writes in regards to vehicle tires recall notice. consumer requests reimbursement for replacement tires. *smd the consumer stated on march 15, 2013, she experienced a problem with one of the tires. An inspection revealed a bulge on the sidewall. The truck was taken to a…
2010 ford E250. consumer writes in regards to vehicle tires recall notice. consumer requests reimbursement for replacement tires. *smd the consumer stated on march 15, 2013, she experienced a problem with one of the tires. An inspection revealed a bulge on the sidewall. The truck was taken to a repair shop, where she was informed the tires did not meet the oem specifications. All of the tires were replaced at a cost of $ 862.94. Upon receipt of the recall, the consumer checked the spare tire on the van, and discovered it was one of the recalled tires in the notice, as verified by the local ford dealership. The dealership was addressing the replacement tire of the spare tire, that was still in her possession. The consumer stated the tires that were replaced back in march, were the same as the spare tire, that was recalled. The consumer IS seeking reimbursement.
- Electrical system · Service brakes · Vehicle speed control
Brakes locked up and would not release nor slow the vehicle resulting in crash. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Vehicle speed control
Tl*the driver owns a 2010 ford E-250. While driving approximately 15 mph the driver attempted to apply the brakes but the pedal would not engage. The vehicle then surged forward until it crashed. the contact was unaware if a police report was filed or not. There were no injuries. The vehicle was…
Tl*the driver owns a 2010 ford E-250. While driving approximately 15 mph the driver attempted to apply the brakes but the pedal would not engage. The vehicle then surged forward until it crashed. the contact was unaware if a police report was filed or not. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the failure was not diagnosed when the complaint was filed. the failure and current mileages were unavailable.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10254138All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is lost, follow these steps to recover the code. Dealer Key Code access is granted through the Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES); dealership management can authorize users. The authorized user must go to FMCDealer.com > Parts and Service > Parts Product Line Information > Keys/Entry Devices > Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the master code for the accessory keypad.
- 10205022Torqshift Transmission - Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0751, P0730 and/or P2700
- 102049974R75E Transmission - Grinding/Whine/Vibration/Gear Slippage - Serrvice Kit available
- 10183758Some 2009-2016 E-Series, F-Super Duty, 2009-2015 F-53 Motorhome and 2011-2015 F-59 Stripped Chassis vehicles equipped with a TorqShift transmission and a transmission built on or before 12/15/2015 may exhibit a MIL with DTCs P0751, P0730 and/or P2700
- 10164508Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid can attack the glass and cause visual distortion and/or discoloration on the outer surface which cannot be removed by further cleaning. If this type of distortion is found, inspect the area of the glass that is covered by the cowl and/or molding. The portion of glass that is covered by the cowl or molding will not be affected by the acid. Hydrofluoric acid damage is not a defect in material or workmanship and is not a warrantable condition.
- 10160931On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/transmission alignment dowel pins are present as well as the engine crankshaft dowel pin, if equipped, when installing the transmission. Failure to adequately lubricate the converter hub greatly increases the likelihood of the flexplate cracking in the future. Missing dowels may cause a misalignment issue also resulting in a premature failure. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01.
- 10148818This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly may cause a perceptible increase in steering effort.
- 10138524The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Parts Product Line Information - Keys/Entry Devices - Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Access to this site is granted through Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES) and Dealer Principal, General Manager or Parts and Service Director can authorize users. Once authorized the retrieval process for master code can be obtained. The master code for the Accessory Keyless Entry Keypad cannot be retrieved from the body control module(BCM) with a diagnostic tool.
- 10137113Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Lincoln vehicle. Only approved Genuine Ford accessories or originally installed systems are supported and certified to function correctly with other vehicle systems. If you suspect a system has been modified, the following resources can be used to verify original equipment: Monroney Label (Window Sticker), Professional Technician Society (PTS) OASIS tab select SYNC or HVBOM. For Genuine Ford accessories use: PTS Workshop Tab select Dealer Installed Accessory or Accessory Installation.
- 10127405Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use the Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) service tool or Ford J2534 Diagnostic Software, select - Toolbox - Body - Security - PATS Functions - Parameter Reset. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure. This procedure will transfer the existing Key ID information between the modules without the need of having 2 programmed PATS keys present. There is no need to program keys when the PCM is going to be replaced. Additional information can be found in the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 419-01. Missing or lost keys are not warrantable.
- 100810132009-2016 e-series difficulty programing trailer brake control (tbc) module.
- 100752624R75E TRANSMISSION - GRINDING/WHINE/VIBRATION/GEAR SLIPPAGE - SERVICE KIT AVAILABLE ISSUE A service kit has been released to assist with proper repair of the 4R75E transmission in 2008 Mark LT, 2008-2010 F-150, 2008-2010 / 2013-2014 E-Series, 2008-2011 Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis and Town Car vehicles that exhibit a grinding, whine-type noise, vibration and/or gear slippage while driving, or a loss of reverse resulting from a planetary gear assembly failure.
- 10057834Ford: no service action IS recommended for this condition. Please use at your discretion. Various 2010-2015 vehicles may experience a turbulence noise, similar to an helicopter noise, at highway speeds when the rear door window(s) or sunroof are open.
- 10056701Ford/lincoln/mercury: failure of planetary gear assembly IS due to transmission, on certain vehicles, exhibiting grinding, gear slippage, whine type noise, vibration, while driving or loss of reverse.
- 10056338Ford/lincoln: some trucks are experiencing diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p2270 or p2272, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) comes on. Model 2010-2011 ranger, 2010-2012 e series, expedition, F-150, f-super duty, navigator.
- 10056196Ford: when shifting between park, reverse and/or during 2-3 shift, an intermittent clunk occurs with a torqshift transmission. Model 2003-2014 f-super duty, e series, excursion, F-53 motorhome chassis, low cab forward.
- 10056191Ford/lincoln/mercury: the indicator may illuminate overdrive off and/or slipping in 3RD or no 4TH gear, due to direct clutch failure and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0733 and/or p0734. Model 2008-2013 mark LT, F-150, crown victoria, grand marquis, town car, e series.
- 10055629Ford: on some trucks, there IS a no crank situation and if voltage on transmission range sensor at pin 21, IS less than 5 volts, disconnect the engine cooling fan clutch, electronically, and recheck voltage. Model 2003-2007 f super duty, 2004-2010 e series, 2003-2005 excursion.
- 10055018Ford: the diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0130, (oxygen sensor circuit bank 1, sensor 1) or p0150 (oxygen sensor circuit bank 2, sensor 1) will appear when the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) IS illuminated on some trucks and service procedure IS provided. Model 2009-2011 3-150, 250, 350, 450.
- 10054768Ford: there IS an increasing number of tires experiencing rapid air loss and/or tread loss, on some vans, causing tire failure and possible crash and tires need to be replaced. Model 2010-2013 e series (E-150, 250, 350, 450).
- 10041932Ford: after refueling vehicle, would be hard to start, runs rough and an audible clicking noise can be heard.
- 10040784Roush industries service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. The emission control labels do not meet standards.
- 10039134Ford: there may be a lack of power on acceleration due to a restriction at the engine air cleaner inlet. 2010 e-150/250/350/450.
- 10039072Ford: there may be a loss of power, hesitation, surge, or lack of throttle response while driving. The brake over accelerator feature may be activating.
- 10039053Ford: if there IS an intermittent lack of power, surge, or hesitation while driving the brakes will override acceleration.
- 10038965Comm-trans lund: some 2009-2011 models may have the air bag inicator flashing with a stored trouble code. This IS a software problem.
- 10037561Ford: vehicles may run rough, hard start after refueling, clicking noise under hood, and have trouble codes stored.
- 10032624Ford: steering wander. Some vehicles may exhibit steering wander or free play. Steering gear mesh load adjustment. Front end alignment may be adjusted to improve the wander/free play condition. Sticky on center feel may also be due to ball joint tightness and/or high friction/rubbing of the intermediate shaft boot.
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