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2016 Ford F-350 problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2016 Ford F-350 has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated November 2, 2026.
- 4safety recalls
- 209owner complaints
- 5crash reports
- 4fire reports
- 12injuries reported
209 complaints, against an average of 165 for the other 14 Ford F-350 model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2016 Ford F-350?
The components named most often in the 209 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2016 Ford F-350 owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 209 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
- Why does my 2016 Ford F-350 vibrate or shake while driving?26 owners · 12.4%
- Why does my 2016 Ford F-350 stall, lose power or shut off while driving?12 owners · 5.7%
- Why is the check engine light on in my 2016 Ford F-350?12 owners · 5.7%
- Does the 2016 Ford F-350 have emissions system or DPF problems?7 owners · 3.3%
Fault codes 2016 Ford F-350 owners mention
Diagnostic trouble codes owners wrote in their complaints. Open a code to see what it meant on other cars and whether a recall names it.
Has the 2016 Ford F-350 been recalled?
4 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
Air Bags: Frontal: Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Dust may accumulate in the steering wheel clock spring, causing a disconnection in the electrical connection resulting in the driver's air bag not deploying as intended.
Risk: A disconnected driver's air bag can result in it not deploying, as intended, during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering wheel clock spring, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. An interim notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on July 6, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S35.
Steering Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.
Risk: If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
Tires: Sidewall Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured April 5, 2016, to April 11, 2016. The tires installed during assembly of the affected vehicles may have sustained damage to the inner sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air or a tire rupture.
Risk: A rapid loss of air or a tire rupture while the vehicle is being driven may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires for damage and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S17.
What do 2016 Ford F-350 owners report?
12 of the 209 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
On 09-25-2026 I was changing the fuel filters on my truck when i noticed metal shavings in the bottom of the fuel filter. Immediatey contacted Norman's Auto & Diesel Repair and i had the truck towed to Norman's. The CP4 fuel pump was failing, they converted to the DCR fuel pump. The truck only has 71,234 miles on it and this problem cost me over 4,000.00 dollars. All Ford 6.7 diesel from 2011 to 2026 should be recalled. This is a problem that Ford has been knowing about since 2011. INVOICE #018016
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a lower gear. The check engine warning light was occasionally illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
The junk cab mounts deteriorate so fast the cab settles and crushes the wiring harness causing many electrical issues. There are many forums that talk about bad cab mounts and what components to use to repair them, but in my opinion this is a Ford issue.
I was driving as normal and truck started shaking vigorously until I came to a stop. From I can tell, they call this a death wobble. I almost hit another car and have some video of it.
The contact owned a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a head-on crash. The air bags did not deploy. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The vehicle was condemned as a total loss by the insurance company. The contact's wife, who is a certified RN took the contact to the local medical center. The contact sustained injuries to the back and neck. The contact sustained whiplash. In addition, the contact sustained inoperable disk injuries to his back. A Police report was filed. The manufacturer was not…
When reaching high speeds, my truck experiences the death wobble.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle drove over a depression in the roadway and the vehicle started vibrating abnormally and then started drifting to the left and to the right in the lane. The contact slowed down to regain control of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure had…
Death wobble happened 5 times driving on the interstate. Couldn’t control steering and everything was violently shaking.
Airbags are not faulty if you look at sticker they have warning due to old age the plastic becomes brittle and can cause fragments to impale driver only way to prevent this is not replace the airbag but to cover with duct tape, this recall needs to be updated Takata is not responsible, they operate as designed as I said the air bag fill with high pressure air and in older cars will crack plastic cover. Please update this recall this is not a manufacturer error.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the "Engine Power Reduced" message was displayed and the vehicle downshifted while running very rough before the vehicle stalled. The contact coasted to the side of the road and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed and caused metal fragments to enter the fuel system. The contact was informed that the high-pressure fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware…
We have consistently had issues with severe wheel oscillation, which I’ve seen referred to as the death wobble, that causes the entire cab of the truck to shake violently and feels like the front tires are bouncing back and forth laterally on the road, when driving over 55mph and hitting any sort of uneven road or bump, especially after bridges. We have spent thousands on replacing different parts which sometimes alleviate the issue for a short period of time, but it always comes back when you least expect it. We have come incredibly close to being rear ended on the interstate several times…
My vehicle was purchased from Shottenkirk Ford new in 2016. They perform my maintenance regularly. Recently, I experienced a leak and took it in; I had it towed to them. Shottenkirk wanted $1200 because they stated that the water pump needed to be replaced. After replacing the water pump, the leak was worse. Shottenkirk wanted $1200 to replace parts they said needed replacing in the transmission cooling portion. They tried to get me to trade in my vehicle for a new one. I could not afford that. After they did that repair, they said there was still a small leak. I tried to head straight home…
2016 Ford F-350: questions owners ask
Is the 2016 Ford F-350 reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 209 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Ford F-350; the most common categories were suspension (81, 38.8%), steering (76, 36.4%), engine (22, 10.5%). There are 4 safety recalls. 5 complaints mention a crash, 4 mention a fire, 12 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford F-350?
Across 209 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are suspension (38.8% of complaints), steering (36.4% of complaints), engine (10.5% of complaints), air bags (10% of complaints), fuel/propulsion system (8.1% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2016 Ford F-350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Ford F-350; the most recent (campaign 25V572000, 2025-09-04) concerns Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why does my 2016 Ford F-350 vibrate or shake while driving?
26 of the 209 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2016 Ford F-350 (12.4%) describe vibration or shaking while driving. One owner wrote: "When driving this vehicle, it will suddenly go into a violent shake. I have to slow the truck down and pull over to a stop to make it stop shaking - it will not drive through it. It will do it 8 times out of 10 driving it." (NHTSA complaint 11555907, November 2023). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why does my 2016 Ford F-350 stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
12 of the 209 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2016 Ford F-350 (5.7%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-350. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the fuel mode warning light illuminated, which caused the vehicle to stall for approximately one minute before resuming normal operation." (NHTSA complaint 11385306, December 2020). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why is the check engine light on in my 2016 Ford F-350?
12 of the 209 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2016 Ford F-350 (5.7%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-350 sd. the contact stated that the check engine warning indicator kept flashing. bill utter ford (4901 s interstate 35 e, denton, tx 76210, (940) 321-7400) diagnosed that the reductant heater and sender assembly needed to…" (NHTSA complaint 11196215, April 2019). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Does the 2016 Ford F-350 have emissions system or DPF problems?
7 of the 209 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2016 Ford F-350 (3.3%) describe emissions faults such as DPF, EGR, catalytic converter, AdBlue/DEF or NOx sensor problems. One owner wrote: "My wife and I were pulling a 40’ fifth wheel from AZ to Idaho. On the Montana side of 4th of July pass I suddenly get a trouble code. The exhaust filter is full. My wife and I are both handicapped so in the mountains pulling our rv scared us both." (NHTSA complaint 11510907, March 2023). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Check your own F-350
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), retrieved November 2, 2026. Model year 2016 only; combines NHTSA's entries for F-350 REGULAR CAB, F-350 SD, F-350 SUPER CREW and F-350 SUPERCAB. How these reports are made.