Ford E Series 1973-2003
Model E Series made by Ford got 2 consumer complains as well as 48 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling and suspension. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and electrical system.
Car model
| Name | Recalls | Bulletins | Investigations | Consumer Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford E Series 1973 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ford E Series 1977 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1978 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1979 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1980 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1981 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1982 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1983 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1984 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1985 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1986 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1987 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Ford E Series 1988 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1989 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1990 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Ford E Series 1991 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1992 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1993 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1994 | 1 | 35 | 1 | 6 |
| Ford E Series 1995 | 0 | 43 | 1 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1996 | 0 | 57 | 0 | 0 |
| Ford E Series 1997 | 0 | 125 | 3 | 8 |
| Ford E Series 1998 | 0 | 129 | 3 | 7 |
| Ford E Series 1999 | 0 | 146 | 4 | 1 |
| Ford E Series 2000 | 1 | 110 | 4 | 6 |
| Ford E Series 2001 | 1 | 109 | 4 | 7 |
| Ford E Series 2002 | 1 | 89 | 3 | 6 |
| Ford E Series 2003 | 1 | 64 | 3 | 3 |
Model 9999
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| BC5227961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50502 | Information for air bag dtc b1813 observe the air bag lamp flash out code & perform the appropriate pinpoint test for the flash out code. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| BC5207961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50483 | Information for servicing the electronic/hydraulic control unit (ehcu) on 4wabs. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||||
| BC5204961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50480 | Concerns of check engine light (mil) w/codes p0300 thru p0308 & engine runs rough/misses may be due to a spark plug wire boot that is not fully seated on the spark plug. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||||
| BC5190961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50468 | Vehicles experiencing chafing on the 14401 wire harness causing the accessory fuses to become open (primarily the cigar fuse). *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| BC5173961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50452 | On various 4.0l applications the oil indicator tube (dip stick) is coming into contact w/ the crankshaft. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 15791 | 04/01/2002 | 637484 | Subject regarding ford cylinder head kits for 4.6l romeo engines available for order for 2000 - 2001 models. *tt | 11/26/2002 | |
| 14599 | 01/01/2001 | 617974 | Information on repairing spark plug hole threads in aluminum heads. *jb | 04/02/2001 | |
| BC5183961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50461 | An oil leak in the area of the engine oil filter may be caused by a damaged or mis-installed (i.e. rolled over, pinched, sheared, nicked, etc.) oil pump body seal. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| BC5182961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50460 | Information on correcting an oil pan gasket leak. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| BC5181961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50459 | Engine oil leak at the oil pan, front cover &/or the front & rear crankshaft oil seal. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| BC5172961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50451 | Information for concerns of check engine light 'on' on 4.2l/4.6l/5.4l/6.8l vehicles. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| BC9668961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50529 | Concern for vehicles exhibiting lean codes p0171 & p0174 (vacuum leak). *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
| BC9671961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50531 | Push connection between the flexible fuel vapor line at the carbon canister & the metal fuel vapor line may not seat fully on the fuel vapor line. *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| BC5175961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50454 | Concerns of a/c going to defrost mode when climbing grades or accelerating are likely caused by vacuum leaks. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| 15742 | 04/01/2002 | 637450 | Some 1998 through 2002 vehicles may exhibit a perceived poor fuel range / economy, and or a faulty fuel gauge. *tt | 11/26/2002 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||||
| BC9676961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50536 | Improper rtv application at the front/rear lower intake manifold end seals & side gaskets may cause an oil/coolant leak. *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| 19882 | 07/01/2007 | 10023298 | 2006-2007 e-series built before 07/16/07 - 5.4l/6.8 engine with aft axle fuel tank, p0191 with a crank/no start/hesitation/lack of power or runs rough. *nj | 11/08/2007 | |
| BC4651961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50443 | Vehicle may not start after being parked in below freezing temps. may be due to moisture freezing in the fuel pump relay contained within the ccrm (constant control relay module). *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| BC5176961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50455 | Connection between the sender (9a299) & the fuel pump (9350) changed from the existing spade terminal to an eyelet terminal which is secured under the top sender mount screw. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK | |||||
| 19882 | 07/01/2007 | 10023298 | 2006-2007 e-series built before 07/16/07 - 5.4l/6.8 engine with aft axle fuel tank, p0191 with a crank/no start/hesitation/lack of power or runs rough. *nj | 11/08/2007 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| BC5185961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50463 | Vehicles may exhibit a grinding noise while shifting into 4l. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| BC9674961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50534 | Light to moderate axle noise (axle whine) at 50 to 65 mph (80 to 105 kph) during accels, decels or cruise may be due to axle noise being transmitted from the axle into the vehicle. *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||||
| BC9694961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50552 | Information on vehicles that may exhibit a slight delay in the first drive away after the vehicle has been parked overnight, or for a longer period of time. *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
| BC5217961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50492 | Information on replaced/repaired manual transmission under warranty and returned w/ signs of improper/lack of maintenance or misdiagnosis. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| BC4854961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50444 | Revised eec calibration has been incorporated in pcm calibration for vehicles which display lack of power due to torque converter engagement scheduling, catalytic converter failures, rough idle or hard start on hot restart. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| BC9642961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50506 | Procedure for vehicles equipped with an aode or 4r70w transmission has a concern of shudder from the transmission torque converter clutch in 3rd or 4th gear or during 3-4 shift. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||||
| BC5224961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50499 | Information on abs sensors returned for analysis are identified as 'no problem found'. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| BC0718961021 | 10/21/1996 | 50382 | Information on brake rotor turning/replacing. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | |||||
| BC5209961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50484 | Revised rear brake lining for both 9 inch & 10 inch applications for concerns w/ rear brake grab during the first few brake applications when the brakes are cold or in the morning after an overnight rain. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE LIGHT | |||||
| BC9673961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50533 | Procedure for brake exterior lights stay on (tail & high mount stop light). *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
| STEERING | |||||
| SIS-21828 | 04/01/2011 | 10038973 | Ford: there may be high steering effort or lack of assist. *rm | 06/29/2011 | |
| SIS-21828 | 04/01/2011 | 10038973 | Ready | 06/29/2011 | |
| STEERING - ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| SIS-21828 | 04/01/2011 | 10038973 | Ready | 06/29/2011 | |
| SIS-21828 | 04/01/2011 | 10038973 | Ford: there may be high steering effort or lack of assist. *rm | 06/29/2011 | |
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| SIS-21828 | 04/01/2011 | 10038973 | Ready | 06/29/2011 | |
| SIS-21828 | 04/01/2011 | 10038973 | Ford: there may be high steering effort or lack of assist. *rm | 06/29/2011 | |
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||||
| BC9682961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50541 | Concerns for the labor time standard in tbs 96-19-02 (steering - grunt noise during steering wheel return from full right turn) is incorrect. *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| BC5174961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50453 | Information to diagnose wind noise & water leaks at the lower passenger door area & 3rd door. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| BC5075961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50445 | Information on erratic or self locking door locks. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||||
| BC5214961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50489 | Revised hood seal for concerns of a wind whistle at speeds over 35 mph. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| SUSPENSION | |||||
| 021608 | 08/01/2002 | 636186 | Information on reports of dogtracking. *tt | 11/06/2002 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM | |||||
| 12887 | 06/01/1999 | 606916 | Subject regarding ball joint - proper inspection procedure. *tt | 09/08/1999 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||||
| BC5198961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50475 | Improved rear shock absorbers for customers who may experience a low tone rattling noise or whoosh sound from the rear of the vehicle while traveling less than 25 mph & going over small to moderate bumps. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE | |||||
| BC5218961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50493 | Information on stowing the spare tire stowage. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL | |||||
| BC5186961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50464 | Vehicles may experience an intermittent high idle after decel to a stop, when clutch pedal is depressed w/ no throttle movement. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||||
| BC9695961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50553 | Electronic automatic temperature control (eatc) invalid diagnostic codes u1235 & 155 may be stored if the ignition switch is cycled from 'off' to 'run' extremely slowly. *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||||
| BC9680961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50540 | Concern where the door glass drops when cycled down on vehicles with the power door option. *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
| WHEELS | |||||
| 19867 | 07/01/2007 | 10023296 | 2008 e-series wheel fitment concern - 2007 and prior my e-series wheels are not compatible with larger brakes on 2008 e-series vehicles. *nj | 11/08/2007 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 2 | |||
| Engine replaced several times. | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 07/18/2005 | 1 | ||
| Budget truck #523629 dot #1092543 was very unsafe to operate once loaded. it rocked back and forth in a manner that felt as if we would lose control of the vehicle any time there was a minor bump in the road at very moderate highway speeds (50-60 mph). *nm | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IL | CHICAGO | 60618 | BUDGET TRUCK RENTAL |