1996 Ford E-350 vs 1998 Ford E-350
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Ford E-350 | 1998 Ford E-350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 50 | 63 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 62 | 27 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford E-350 | Ford E-350 |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 17 | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 8 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
1996 Ford E-350
1998 Ford E-350
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.