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Campaign 11V450 Posted August 31, 2011 101 units

2009-2011 Ford E-150-E-450 Recall 11V450: Fuel Rail Clips

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Published June 2, 2026

Recall 11V450 affects 101 2009-2011 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 vehicles for propane fuel leaks. Free repair at any franchised Ford dealer.

Ford is recalling 101 2009-2011 E-150, E-250, E-350 and E-450 vans, wagons and cutaways fitted with a propane autogas fuel system because fuel-rail injector retention clips were not seated correctly. Propane autogas can leak, and a leak near an ignition source can result in a fire; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The propane autogas fuel injection system on affected 2009-2011 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 vehicles feeds propane fuel to the engine through fuel rails. Those rails hold the fuel injectors in place so each injector can meter fuel into the engine instead of letting fuel escape around the injector body.

On these Ford vehicles, the injector retention clips in the propane fuel rail were not seated correctly. A retention clip is the small locking piece that keeps an injector secured in the rail. When that clip is out of position, the injector does not have the support it was designed to have, and propane autogas can leak from the fuel rail area.

There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign can be the leak itself, so any concern around the propane fuel system needs dealer attention before the vehicle stays in service.

Who's affected?

Spans four E-Series models across three model years, all tied to the same fuel injection system component.

2010 Ford E-350 fuel system
2011 Ford E-450 fuel system
2010 Ford E-450 fuel system
2009 Ford E-150 fuel system
2009 Ford E-250 fuel system
Units affected101

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.

What's the safety risk?

A propane leak near an ignition source can result in a fire. Keep flames, sparks, and other ignition sources away from the propane system, and ask a Ford dealer how to handle the vehicle. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2011 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, or E-450 is included in this recall.
  2. Watch for the Ford owner notice if you have not received it, then follow the free injector-retention-clip replacement instructions.
  3. Contact a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall number 11V450 when you ask about the injector-retention-clip replacement that fixes the propane fuel leak risk.
  4. Avoid ignition sources and do not ignore propane odor until the fuel-injector retention clips are replaced.
  5. Bring the recall notice and any propane autogas fuel-system paperwork to the dealer appointment.

What happens at the repair

Ford owners were notified starting September 26, 2011 to arrange the recall work. At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the injector retention clips in the Roush CleanTech propane autogas fuel system. The work is meant to secure the fuel injectors correctly in the fuel rails so propane autogas does not leak from improperly seated clips. The final dealer repair is free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.

Timeline

August 31, 2011 NHTSA published the recall
September 26, 2011 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 11V450?

Recall 11V450 covers 101 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 vans, wagons, and cutaways with propane autogas fuel-system injector retention clips that were not seated correctly. A propane leak near an ignition source can result in a fire.

What should I do if my 2009-2011 Ford E-350, E-450, E-150, or E-250 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 11V450. If it is, arrange the free injector retention clip replacement and reference recall number 11V450 when you call. The safety recall began on September 26, 2011.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost to the owner, and this recall provides free replacement of the injector retention clips. Have your VIN ready when you contact the service desk so they can confirm the recall before scheduling work.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is fire from leaking propane autogas. The affected fuel rails have injector retention clips that were not seated correctly, which can allow propane to leak. If that leak reaches an ignition source, NHTSA campaign 11V450 says it can result in a fire.

What if I bought this Ford vehicle used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner, so a used Ford E-Series van, wagon, or cutaway still qualifies if its VIN is included. Check your VIN, then reference recall number 11V450 when you call for service.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V450000
Ford customer service1-734-466-6255
NHTSA recall #11V450
NHTSA recall # (full)11V450000

Source documents

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