2015 Ford E-350 Problems & Complaints

Better than average79% fewer complaints than a typical year of the E-350 at the same age

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2015 Ford E-350 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 79% fewer than a typical E-350 model year at the same age, making the 2015 one of the better E-350 years. The most reported problem area is the fuel & propulsion system (2 complaints, typically around 12,000 miles). 2 recalls cover this model year.

7complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2015 Ford E-350 problems

  • Fuel & propulsion system~12,000 miles
    229%
  • Suspension~99,000 miles
    229%
  • Transmission & drivetrain~76,000 miles
    229%
  • Body & structure~0 miles
    114%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof~11,000 miles
    114%
  • Other / not specified
    114%
  • Steering~99,000 miles
    114%

Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Ford E-350 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Ford E-350. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best E-350 years: 2018, 2016, 2015. Years to avoid: 1997, 1995, 1999. Compare all years →

2015 Ford E-350 recalls (2)

Seats

NHTSA recall 19V-313 · Apr 18, 2019 · 2,080 vehicles

Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719.

Remedy: MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019.

Seats

NHTSA recall 19V-205 · Mar 18, 2019 · 471 vehicles

Quality Van Sales, Inc. (Quality Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit and E-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seat back cushions. The seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Remedy: Quality Van will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Quality Van customer service at 1-800-408-8550.

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2015 Ford E-350:

Internal transmission failure

NHTSA investigation PE18010 · opened Aug 21, 2018 · closed Jul 16, 2019 · led to recall 19V-432

By letter dated June 10, 2019, Ford Motor Company notified the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) of a safety defect that may exist in certain model year (MY) 2009 through 2016 Ford Econoline vehicles equipped with a 5R110W transmission.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Ford E-350 a good car?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 E-350 rates better than average: 79% fewer complaints than a typical year of the E-350 at the same age. It is one of the best E-350 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Ford E-350?

The fuel & propulsion system — 2 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the suspension (2) and transmission & drivetrain (2).

How many recalls does the 2015 Ford E-350 have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2015 Ford E-350, the most recent from April 18, 2019 (seats). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Ford E-350?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2016 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1997, 1995 and 1999. See the full Ford E-350 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2015 Ford E-350 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 30,000 miles; 67% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.