Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2009 Ford E-150
The 2009 Ford E-150 shows varied recall and complaint data, especially concerning adaptive equipment like wheelchair lifts. While no major issues are reported under key automotive categories such as engine or brakes, buyers should be cautious if the vehicle was modified with such lifts. Overall, it seems to hold up as a solid option given regular maintenance and verification of recall completion.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2009 Ford E-150 has 14 NHTSA recall campaigns and 7 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #15V729000 Wheel Chair Lift Link Arm Pivot Holes NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V706000 Wheelchair Lift - Platform Cracking NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V641000 Wheelchair Lift - Platform Cracking NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V584000 Wheelchair Lift - Platform Cracking NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V261000 Wheelchair Lift Armored Cable Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11V450000 ROUSH PROPANE CONVERSION KITS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11E033000 AFTERMARKET ROUSH PROPANE CONVERSION KIT/FUEL LEAK NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11E019000 AFTERMARKET ROUSH PROPANE CONVERSION KIT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V242000 WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/INTERLOCK BELT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V243000 WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/UP BUTTON NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V206000 WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/INTERLOCK BELT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V207000 WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/UP BUTTON NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V153000 WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/UP BUTTON NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V151000 WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/INTERLOCK BELT NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Latches/Locks/Linkages 1 complaint
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
Known issues to inspect
Faulty wheelchair lift
How to check: Check if a wheelchair lift is installed and operational.
Faulty fuel system
How to check: Inspect for propane fuel system modifications.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Check for any warning lights or unusual noises.
Red flag: Persistent warning lights
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for any engine misfires or rough idling.
Red flag: Rough idling
- 03
City driving
What to check: Observe transmission shifting smoothly and without delay.
Red flag: Jerky or delayed shifting
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure engine accelerates smoothly and without hesitation.
Red flag: Hesitation during acceleration
- 05
Braking
What to check: Check for any unusual noises or pulsing in the brakes.
Red flag: Grinding or pulsating brakes
- 06
Parking
What to check: Ensure steering feels normal and stable while parking.
Red flag: Steering feels loose or unstable
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the fuel system been modified?
- Do you have the vehicle's recall history?
- Has the wheelchair lift been serviced?
- Any recent maintenance or repairs done?
- Have you had any issues starting it?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle maintenance records
- Recall completion report
- Title and registration
- Service history
- Previous sale receipts
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2009 Ford E-150 at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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