FORD 2012 FORD E-450 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 FORD E-450
Brand
FORD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
Adrian Steel Company is recalling certain 2012 FORD E-450 vehicles due to fuel system, other:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings issues. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Adrian Steel Company (Adrian) is recalling certain model year 2012 Ford E-150, E-250 and E-350 Commercial Cargo Vans modified by Adrian between September 21, 2012, to September 24, 2012. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain propane fuel system conversion kits with an aluminum fuel line fitting manufactured by Roush CleanTech. Due to a reaction between the different metals, the affected kits may develop a propane leak where the aluminum fuel line fitting contacts the brass supply valve housing.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Adrian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum fuel line fittings with stainless steel fittings, free of charge. The recall began during July 2014. Owners may contact Adrian customer service at 1-800-677-2726.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026