Table 1 shows two common other fuel system related problems of the 2015 Ford E-350.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Other Fuel System Tank Mounting problems | |
| Other Fuel System problems |
On 6/23/15 one of our vans had the rear strap holding the fuel tank break and drop the rear of the tank to the road. The van is converted to 4x4 by quadvan in portland but no modification is made to the fuel system and it was sold by a Ford dealer brand new. Our local Ford dealer here fixed the strap but probably with the same part. Yesterday 7/27/15 our second of two vans we bought at the same time had the same thing happen. The first time was on a washboard section of mauna kea mountain where we run tours at approx 15mph, the second incident was on highway at approx 35 mph on the way to mauna kea mountain. We are very experienced mechanically and note that uniquely Ford is using an alloy final attachment to the frame whereas our previos dozens of Ford vans have all used a steel final attachment. In 25 years we have had no such problem with our many many Ford vans. As any latest model Ford van in the now discontinued e350 series could have this problem if driven on rough roads we feel it is an inherent fault and should be subject of a recall. A worst case scenario is that the front of the tank drops and contacts the road causing a fireball and immolation of all onboard. . !! we have contacted newberg Ford in portland oregon and are in correspondence with them to let Ford know.
Tl-the contact owns a 2015 Ford E-350. The contact stated that the modifications design of the motor home was over weighted on the back axle. The contact stated that the while driving at various speeds, the vehicle swayed side to side independently and the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the back axle was over weight and needed air shocks and the wheel flaps needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, the contact mentioned that when the vehicle was started, the fuel cap and check engine soon warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel nozzle holder was fractured and the fuel filler pipe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 57. Ss.