Worst 2016 Ford F-150 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Brakes
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Ford F-150.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 450 | 4 | — | 77,276 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 300 | 2 | 5 | 55,627 mi | |
| Brakes | 295 | 21 | — | 36,604 mi | |
| Body Structure | 183 | 2 | 1 | 24,200 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 168 | 2 | 14 | 38,555 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 100 | — | 3 | 42,743 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 85 | 4 | 1 | 34,142 mi | |
| Fuel System | 81 | 1 | 1 | 39,225 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 60 | 2 | — | 58,138 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 38 | — | — | 48,871 mi | |
| Airbags | 33 | 15 | — | 89,570 mi | |
| Latches / Locks | 29 | — | — | 48,538 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 21 | — | 1 | 57,364 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 21 | 1 | — | 71,853 mi | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 18 | — | — | 45,189 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 17 | 2 | — | 38,441 mi | |
| Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs | 17 | — | — | 68,194 mi | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 16 | — | — | 42,703 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 14 | 2 | — | 36,714 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 14 | 1 | — | 32,655 mi | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 14 | — | — | 58,593 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 13 | — | 1 | 20,192 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 11 | — | — | 80,318 mi | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 10 | 1 | — | 10,962 mi | |
| Backup Camera | 8 | 1 | — | 110,053 mi | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 8 | — | — | 74,000 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 8 | — | — | 40,667 mi | |
| Rear Window Defogger | 8 | — | 2 | 57,500 mi |
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Recalls for 2016 Ford F-150
13 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~5,473,811 vehicles.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles. A loss of signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into second gear.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2016 F-150 pick-up trucks equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines and block immersion heaters that were potentially relocated from their originally installed location. The incorrect location could put the heater too close to hot engine components, possibly resulting in a damaged cable.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causing corrosion and damage.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 F-150 and Explorer vehicles. Loose power seat adjuster pivot bolts may cause the front seat cushions to detach and not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door latches may freeze after water gets into the latch. Either condition can result in the doors opening while driving although they appear to be closed.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150, and 2017 F-250 and F-350 trucks equipped with a crew cab. The left rear inflatable seat belt buckle assembly may be inadequately attached to its mounting bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
+ 3 more recalls
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2016 Ford F-150 — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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