2006 Ford E-250 Recalls

What To Do If Your E-250 Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 2006 E-250 take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 2006 E-250 Recalls

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 08 2011
  • NHTSA Reference #11E047000
  • Number Affected 17

  Summary: Ford is recalling certain replacement fuel tanks that could be installed into model year 2004 through 2008 E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans and wagons. The affected fuel tanks have an extra obdii sensor hole on the top of the tank that may not be properly sealed and may leak fuel.

  Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

  Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks free of charge. The safety recall began on November 28, 2011. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company customer relationship center at 1-800-232-5952.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #11E047000 »

• EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 13 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V434000
  • Number Affected 53

  Summary: E-N-G mobile system is recalling certain model year 2008 Chevrolet W5500, model year 2007-2009 Dodge 3500, model year 2009 mighty mover, model year 2006-2009 Ford E-250, E-350 and E-450, model year 2008-2009 GMC W4500, model year 2007 international 4300, model year 2009 Toyota land cruiser vehicles equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. The heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.

  Consequence: This defect could result in a fire.

  Fix: E-N-G mobile system will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired by carrier free of charge. Please see carrier's defect report 09E-053. The safety recall is expected to begin during December 2009. Owners may contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059 or E-N-G mobile system at 1-925-798-4060.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V434000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced JULY 29 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V303000
  • Number Affected 8

  Summary: Van products is recalling 8 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. The lift fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installations On Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Van products is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lift free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V303000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced JULY 29 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V301000
  • Number Affected 3

  Summary: Drive master is recalling 3 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installations On Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Drive master is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lift free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V301000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced JULY 29 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V304000
  • Number Affected 8

  Summary: Van products is recalling 8 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "Platform Lift System Accessible For Motor Vehicles," the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.

  Consequence: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

  Fix: Van products is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V304000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced JULY 29 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V302000
  • Number Affected 1

  Summary: Drive master is recalling 1 van equipped with a ricon platform style wheelchair lift. The lift fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "Platform Lift System Accessible For Motor Vehicles," the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.

  Consequence: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

  Fix: Drive master is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V302000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced JULY 15 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V275000
  • Number Affected 4

  Summary: Freewheel mobility is recalling 4 MY 2005 Ford E-350 and MY 2006 Ford E-250 passenger vans and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "Platform Lift System Accessible For Motor Vehicles." The anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.

  Consequence: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

  Fix: Freewheel mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V275000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced JULY 15 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V276000
  • Number Affected 1

  Summary: Accessible vans is recalling 1 model year 2006 Ford E-250 passenger van equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lift. The vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installations On Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Accessible vans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lift free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V276000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced JULY 14 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V271000
  • Number Affected 4

  Summary: Freewheel mobility is recalling 4 MY 2005 Ford E-350 and MY 2006 Ford E-250 passenger vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installations On Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Freewheel mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V271000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced MARCH 27 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V100000
  • Number Affected 52

  Summary: Van conversions is recalling 52 MY 2004-2007 Ford E-150, E-250 E-350 and MY 2006 GM savanna 3500 vans built on Ford and GM chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "Platform Lift System Accessible For Motor Vehicles," the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.

  Consequence: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

  Fix: Van conversions is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or van conversions at 610-837-0707.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V100000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced MARCH 27 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V102000
  • Number Affected 74

  Summary: Van conversions is recalling 74 MY 2004-2007 Ford E-150, E-250 E-350 and MY 2006 GM savanna 3500 vans built on Ford and GM chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installations In Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Van conversions is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or van conversions at 610-837-0707.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V102000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 24 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V569000
  • Number Affected 42

  Summary: Cummings is recalling 42 MY 2006-2008 Ford E150, E350, Chevrolet express, MY 2006 Ford E250, GMC savanna, Dodge sprinter conversion vans, and MY 2007 newmar dutchstar motor homes equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "Platform Lift Systems For Motor Vehicles." The anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.

  Consequence: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

  Fix: Cummings is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or cummings at 1-763-498-7887.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V569000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 24 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V568000
  • Number Affected 42

  Summary: Cummings is recalling 42 MY 2006-2008 Ford E150, E350, Chevrolet express, MY 2006 Ford E250, GMC savanna, Dodge sprinter conversion vans, and MY 2007 newmar dutchstar motor homes equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These buses fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installation In Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Cummings is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or cummings at 1-763-498-7887.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V568000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 06 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V518000
  • Number Affected 224

  Summary: Mobilityworks is recalling 224 MY 2007-2008 Ford E150, MY 2006-2008 E250, MY 2004-2007 E350, MY 2006 E450, MY 2005-2007 Chevrolet 2500, MY 2007 Chevrolet 1500, and MY 2006 Dodge 2500 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installations In Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Mobilityworks is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mobility works at 1-800-769-8267.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V518000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 06 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V519000
  • Number Affected 133

  Summary: Mobilityworks is recalling 133 MY 2005-2006 Ford E250, MY 2000, 2004-2006 E350, MY 2000, 2005 E450, MY 2005-2006 GMC 2500, GMC 3500, and MY 2006 Dodge 2500 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "Platform Lift Systems For Motor Vehicles." The anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.

  Consequence: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

  Fix: Mobilityworks is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V519000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 06 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V537000
  • Number Affected 890

  Summary: Accubuilt is recalling 890 MY 2006-2008 Ford E150, E250, and E350 cargo vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "Platform Lift Systems For Motor Vehicles." The anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.

  Consequence: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

  Fix: Accubuilt is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or accubuilt at 1-800-837-8624.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V537000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 06 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V536000
  • Number Affected 890

  Summary: Accubuilt is recalling 890 MY 2006-2008 Ford E150, E250, and E350 cargo vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These buses fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installation In Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Accubuilt is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E095). The recall is expected to begin on or about October 6, 2008. Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or accubuilt at 1-800-837-8624.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V536000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 22 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V488000
  • Number Affected 18

  Summary: Quality van sales is recalling 18 MY 2005-2007 Ford E-250, MY 2006 Ford E-350, and Chevrolet express vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installations In Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Quality van sales is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or quality van sales at 1-800-408-8550.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V488000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 22 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V489000
  • Number Affected 18

  Summary: Quality van sales is recalling 18 MY 2005-2007 Ford E-250, MY 2006 Ford E-350 and Chevrolet express vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "Platform Lift Systems For Motor Vehicles." The anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.

  Consequence: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

  Fix: Quality van sales is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or quality van sales at 1-800-408-8550.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V489000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 18 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V478000
  • Number Affected 6

  Summary: Around town is recalling 6 MY 2003 Ford E-350 and MY 2006 E-250 wheelchair conversion vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "Platform Lift Installations In Motor Vehicles." The threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.

  Consequence: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.

  Fix: Around town is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or around town at 1-678-364-8594.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V478000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 05 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V057000
  • Number Affected 57,199

  Summary: Ford is recalling 57,199 MY 2006-2007 E-150, E-250, E-350, and MY 2007 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 5.4L engines. The fuel rail cross-over hose may contain weak areas. As a result, the hose may crack, which could cause a fuel odor and/or fuel leak.

  Consequence: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel rail assembly. The recall began on March 3, 2008. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V057000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced JUNE 13 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E056000
  • Number Affected 58,640

  Summary: Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, P/N F65277, shipped from January 16 through June 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.

  Consequence: Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

  Fix: Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2006. Owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E056000 »

• VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR Recall for 2006 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 09 2005
  • NHTSA Reference #05V520000
  • Number Affected 199,942

  Summary: On certain trucks, passenger cars and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease being applied to the output shaft gear.

  Consequence: After a period of continuous use on the high speed setting, lack of grease on the output shaft gear may cause the gear to distort or fracture during operation resulting in a loss of wiper function. Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiper motor for the presence of grease and grease the wiper motor gears if necessary. The recall began on November 22, 2005. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 or Lincoln/Mercury at 1-800-521-4140.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V520000 »