2004 Ford F-450 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 16, 2006 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other F-450 years
Not enough data 11th of 18 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2004 Ford F-450 so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2004 Ford F-450 recalls (1)

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Equipment adaptive/mobilityMar 16, 2006 · NHTSA campaign 06V075000 · 12 vehicles

Problem: On certain vans built on ford e-450 and gmc c-550 chassis and equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact sure-lok at 1-908-231-1804 or federal coach at 1-800-292-6210.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Ford F-450?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Ford F-450?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2004 Ford F-450 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-450 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.