Question 1

Is the Ford E-250 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Ford E-250 has 54 total NHTSA complaints across 5 model years. The most reliable years are 2014 (7 complaints), 2011 (9 complaints), 2010 (12 complaints). Years to avoid: 2013 (13 complaints), 2012 (13 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Ford E-250 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2013, 2012 Ford E-250. The 2013 model has the most complaints (13) with the top issue being TIRES.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Ford E-250?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Ford E-250 are 2014 (7 complaints), 2011 (9 complaints), 2010 (12 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2014	7	NUMBER 2 SPARK BELOW OUT OF THE MOTOR,WHEN DRIVIN...	Excellent Reliability
2013	13	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD E-250 EQUIPPED WI...	Below Average
2012	13	HAD 1ST EXHAUST HEAT SENSOR GO OUT LAST YEAR APPRO...	Below Average
2011	9	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD E-250. THE CONTAC...	Above Average
2010	12	TL*THE DRIVER OWNS A 2010 FORD E-250. WHILE DRIVIN...	Above Average

Ford E-250 — All Years

Ford E-250 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid