Worst 2012 Ford E-Series Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Ford E-Series.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — |
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2012 Ford E-Series. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Recalls for 2012 Ford E-Series
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~3,868 vehicles.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Ford Econoline vehicles equipped with a 5R110W transmission, 5.4L engine, and a school bus or ambulance preparation package. A weld within the coast clutch may fail, causing an unexpected loss of drive power.
Other Ford E-Series Years
Wider context: See the full Ford E-Series reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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