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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2012 Ford F-450 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2012 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
14
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
17
Latest campaign
Mar 25, 2015

Recall summary by component14

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Equipment10Aug 18, 2014
14V50700014V49800014V49600014V49400014V36000014V32600014V32800014V32700014V37900014V382000
Power train2Mar 25, 2015
15V17500011V582000
Engine1Oct 30, 2013
13V535000
Engine and engine cooling1Aug 23, 2013
13V380000

Safety recalls14

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Mar 25, 2015Latest campaign
Mar 25, 201515V175000

Power train: automatic transmission control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)

Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.

DetailsHide details for campaign 15V175000
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.
Risk
Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.
Filed under
F-450 Sd
Campaign
NHTSA 15V175000 · Mar 25, 2015
Aug 18, 201414V507000

Equipment

The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V507000
What's wrong
Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Superduty chassis modified by Jerr-Dan and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk
The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
Jerr-Dan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666.
Filed under
F-450 Super Duty
Campaign
NHTSA 14V507000 · Aug 18, 2014
Aug 13, 201414V498000

Equipment

The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V498000
What's wrong
PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk
The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
PJ's has notified owners and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.
Filed under
F-450
Campaign
NHTSA 14V498000 · Aug 13, 2014
Aug 11, 201414V496000

Equipment

The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V496000
What's wrong
Versalift East, LLC (Versalift) is recalling certain Aerial devices manufactured on 2009-2013 Ford, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty 6.8L gas engine chassis, modified by Versalift and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products FR67 PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk
The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
Versalift will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2014. Owners may contact Versalift customer service at 1-888-866-1400.
Filed under
F-450 Super Duty
Campaign
NHTSA 14V496000 · Aug 11, 2014
Aug 8, 201414V494000

Equipment

The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V494000
What's wrong
Vanair Manufacturing, Inc. (Vanair) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperDuty chassis modified by Vanair and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies used with model 60-85 UDSM, 125-185 USDM, and Genair 125-185 driven air compressor systems. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk
The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
Vanair will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Vanair customer service at 1-800-526-8817.
Filed under
F-450 Super Duty
Campaign
NHTSA 14V494000 · Aug 8, 2014
Jun 23, 201414V360000

Equipment

The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V360000
What's wrong
Palfleet Truck Equipment Company, LLC (Palfleet) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 super duty vehicles modified by Palfleet and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk
The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
Palfleet will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2014. Owners may contact Palfleet customer service at 1- 502-376-2458.
Filed under
F-450 Sd
Campaign
NHTSA 14V360000 · Jun 23, 2014

Merged from NHTSA model names: F-450 Sd, F-450 Super Duty, F-450. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component17

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
17Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Engine529000
Steering529000
Unknown or other424000
Suspension318000
Electrical system212000
Fuel/propulsion system212000
Engine and engine cooling212000
Service brakes212000
Fuel system16000
Gasoline16000
Electronic stability control (ESC)16000
Tires16000
Exterior lighting16000
Hydraulic16000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names F-450, F-450 SD.

Latest reports

  • Fuel system

    “The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. There was no warning light illuminated.”

    Filed 03/09/2026 · ODI 11723101
  • Electrical system

    “Key in ignition circuit is open - engine light on ' fixd indicates inspection issue.”

    Filed 11/23/2020 · ODI 11375953
  • Engine

    “We have to replace our fuel tank because the lining has delaminated. We have already had to replace the engine which may have been a result of the lining deterioration.”

    Filed 02/21/2020 · ODI 11310536

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2012 Ford F-450 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Ford F-450 have?

NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2012 Ford F-450. The most recent, 15V175000 (reported March 25, 2015), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2012 Ford F-450 recalls for?

The largest group is equipment, with 10 campaigns. Others: power train (2), engine (1), engine and engine cooling (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2012 Ford F-450?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 5 complaints out of 17 filed with NHTSA (29%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2012 Ford F-450?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.

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