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2016 Ford E-350 recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 2016 Ford E-350, covering 611 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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SeatsReported March 18, 2019 · 471 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Quality Van Sales, Inc. (Quality Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit and E-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seat back cushions. The seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
Risk
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Quality Van will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Quality Van customer service at 1‑800‑408‑8550.

Recall number 19V205000 · Recall details

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake controlReported January 28, 2016 · 75 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 10, 2015 and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. The trailer braking system may fail, increasing the distance needed to stop the vehicle.
Risk
If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S01. Note: This recall supersedes 15V‑710. Any vehicle previously repaired under 15V‑710 will need to be repaired again.

Recall number 16V046000 · Recall details

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake controlReported October 27, 2015 · 65 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to September 1, 2015, and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. In the affected vehicles, the trailer brake controller may not actuate the trailer brakes.
Risk
If the trailer brakes are not activated when the towing vehicle is slowing down, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S32.

Recall number 15V710000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2016 Ford E-350 recalls

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How many recalls does the 2016 Ford E-350 have?

3, covering seats and electrical system.

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