VehicleVerdict

Ford E Series years to avoid

Across 1973–2008, no single E Series year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1997 drew the most complaints; 2007 the fewest.

112

Total complaints

12

Recall campaigns

1973–2008

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Every E Series year

YearComplaintsRecalls
200860
200702
200606
2005106
2004120
200352
200262
200172
2000102
199941
1998131
1997201
199510
199461
199350
199201
199010
198920
198730
198002
197901
197802
197701
197310

Common questions

What is the best year for the Ford E Series?

By complaint volume, 2007 has the cleanest NHTSA record among E Series years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Ford E Series have?

Across all model years, the E Series has 12 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 112 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.