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Buying a used 2018 Ford E-450? Check these 4 recalls first
The 2018 Ford E-450 has 4 recalls in this group. Loose axle U-bolts on bus chassis are the main fastening concern, while other titles address reversed shuttle bus backup camera images and false brake light illumination on ambulances. The completed vehicle configuration therefore matters when checking applicability. Its 5 unverified NHTSA owner complaints include 2 unknown or other reports and 1 each for steering, equipment, and suspension. The supplied record lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Confirm configuration-specific recalls and axle U-bolt repair documentation.
- Verify backup camera image orientation and brake light operation.
- Ask about steering and suspension problems and related repairs.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Ford dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2018 Ford E-450
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Ford E-450 Bus Chassis Axle U-Bolts Loose | Suspension | high |
| Ford E-350/E-450 Shuttle Bus Backup Camera May Reverse | Equipment | high |
| Ambulance Brake Lights May Turn On By Mistake | Exterior Lighting | medium |
| Ford and GMC based ambulances may show false brake lights | Exterior Lighting | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
5 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | None found |
| Suspension | 1 | Yes |