1999 Ford E-250 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 19%of 31 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 12,350miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the suspension of the 1999 Ford E-250, 19% of the 31 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 12,350 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“1999 Ford e250 cargo van, 24k miles, all 4 ball joints failed. Replacement scheduled, will retain parts. Know of two other low mileage, late model Ford trucks with similar low mileage ball joint failures. Ford does not believe they are responsible yet their own service people are telling me they see an inordinate number of these failures and wonder why there has been no recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10075029, filed 2004-06, 24,600 miles“The vehicle swayed when driving at a high rate of speed. The mechanic noticed a stabilizer bar had not been installed which caused the front tire to wear on the inside.”
NHTSA complaint #10008993, filed 2003-02, 100 miles“The (firestone steel tex t45 2t 225 75 r16 m/s) tires have continually experienced uneven tread wear, firestone said vehicle was not aligned properly at factory, alignments completed several times however vehicle is still having tire wear, possible tire and suspension problems.”
NHTSA complaint #556312, filed 2000-10“1999 Ford econoline with multiple issues. Consumer states that this vehicle has multiple issues with breaking down. He also states that this vehicle has had several engine problems, tire problems, windshield wiper motor problems. The check engine light illuminated, the left rear door handle, battery, alternator, radio, ball joints were replaced. The brake rotors and pads were replaced. The axle shaft seals, mass air flow sensor, catalytic converter were replaced. The valve spring was broken, the front tie rod ends and drag links were replaced, the tires, wiper blades and gaskets were replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10222853, filed 2008-03“Front springs and shocks are causing swaying, steering wheel pulling, extreme tire wear. Van wants to travel all over road. Tires are no good at 18000 miles. Ford says theres nothing wrong. Have seen this problem in other Ford vans. Have had 4 indepent automobile service stores tell me there is a problem with front springs and shocks but Ford will not admitt to anything being wrong. Was told that after market springs and shocks will solve problem of tire wear and steering. Have had the van back to Ford numerous times for numerous problems. …”
NHTSA complaint #724828, filed 2000-07Related service bulletins
- 10018941Jan 1, 2005Vibration/harshness above 45 mph (72 km/h) after tire balance.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | 17% |
| 2010 | 2 | 22% |
| 2007 | 1 | 17% |
| 2005 | 1 | 9% |
| 2003 | 1 | 6% |
| 2001 | 2 | 11% |
| 2000 | 4 | 22% |
| 1999 | 6 | 19% |
| 1998 | 2 | 13% |
| 1997 | 4 | 17% |
| 1995 | 1 | 7% |
| 1992 | 5 | 36% |
Other parts of the 1999 Ford E-250
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsTires
7 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Ford E-250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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