Ford · E-450 · 2022
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The 2022 Ford E-450 has 3 recalls and 13 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Most reported issue: steering,service brakes, hydraulic (5 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated May 4, 2026
The 2022 Ford E-450 page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is steering,service brakes, hydraulic with 5 reported complaints.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.
Remedy Status
Dealers will replace the power steering pressure line and the hydroboost jumper line, free of charge. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 22V-089 and owners will need to have the new remedy completed even if their vehicle was remedied under the prior recall. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S07.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 vehicles. The paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and lead to corrosion of the exposed metal, which can result in a fuel leak.
Remedy Status
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S76.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.
Remedy Status
Dealers will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S08.
On February 16, 2022, Ford Motor Company (Ford) issued a safety recall (NHTSA Recall 22V-089) for 2021-2022 Ford E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. The remedy involved inspecting the connection between the power steering pressure line and the hydraulic brake booster unit to prevent a sudden loss of power steering fluid, updating parts as necessary. This leak could result in a lack of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash. From July 2023 through December 2023, The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eleven consumer complaints alleging power steering line detachments after the vehicles had passed their inspection. The vehicles in the complaints include ambulances and a wheelchair lift-equipped school bus. In a meeting with Ford about the post-remedy failures on January 26, 2024, Ford informed ODI that they would file a new recall to update the power steering pressure line components on any vehicle that had not yet been inspected and also any vehicle which had passed inspection within the last twelve months. However, vehicles which had passed inspection more than twelve months ago would not be included within the scope of the new filing. ODI is opening this Recall Query (RQ) to evaluate the scope and remedy effectiveness of Ford's new recall (NHTSA Recall 24V-097). To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
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The contact owns a 2022 Ford E-450. The contact received notification of Customer Satisfaction Program: 24N03 (Hydro boost or Hydro max Power Steering Pressure and Jumper Line Replacement). The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicl...
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We operate numerous 7.3L Ford engine equipped vehicles in our fleet of ambulances. Over the past year we have experienced 4 engine failures of this 7.3L engine in vehicles ranging form around 60,000 to 90,000 after exceeding the service recommendations stated from the manufactur...
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The contact owns a 2022 Ford E-450. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V089000 (Steering, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under the recall. The contact stated that the recall repair was not performe...
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I am a mechanic at Huron Valley Ambulance. Ford has a recall that covers some of our Ambulances. Recall NO: 22S08 for the power steering lines coming apart. I have been having issues with the hoses coming apart even after the recall has been performed. The Ford dealer will not c...
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The contact owns a 2022 Ford E-450. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the steering wheel felt loose, and the vehicle was difficult to control. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer stated no failure was found, bu...
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The contact owns a 2022 Ford E-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The contact then stated that he had to apply pressure to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The ...
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The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Forester built on a 2022 Ford E-450 chassis. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH downhill, he was depressing the brake pedal however, the RV failed to stop as needed. The contact stated that he was towing a 2000 Jeep Wrangler during the fa...
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The 2022 Ford E-450 has 3 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
NHTSA has received 13 owner-reported complaints for the 2022 Ford E-450.
NHTSA has not published a safety rating for the 2022 Ford E-450.
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2022 Ford E-450 are steering,service brakes, hydraulic (5 reports), steering,service brakes (2 reports), air bags (2 reports).
Yes. NHTSA has 3 recalls on record for the 2022 Ford E-450. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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