2016 Ford F-150 technical service bulletins
283 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2016 Ford F-150.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Customer Satisfaction Program 26N04 Certain 2015-2017 Model Year F-150 Vehicles Equipped with a 6R80...
- Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines...
- Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0630 stored in the...
- Various vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or a 3.0L gas engine may require a crankshaft bolt replacement...
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal...
- This article supersedes TSB 22-2219 to update the Parts List and Service Procedure to clarify applicable...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2330 to update the Parts List
- Tick tap and/or typewriter ticking noise at idle after an engine oil change
- For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an...
- During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper,...
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2083 to update the Service Procedure and the Part List
- Some 2016-2018 F-150 and 2016-2017 Expedition/Navigator vehicles may require pressure bleeding of the...
- Some 2015-2019 F-Super Duty and 2015-2020 F-150/Mustang vehicles may require replacement of the powertrain...
- Power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound
- Lack of heat or cooling from the cabin vents when the climate control settings are adjusted between hot...
- For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to
- Oil leak from the oil pan RTV seal
- Some vehicles equipped with a 2.7L, 3.0L,3.5L or 5.0L engine may require replacement of the long block...
- Some 2015-2020 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L, 3.5L or 5.0L engine may require replacement of the...
- Dust ingress into the cabin through the doors or air extractors
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Certain 2015-2020 Model Year F-150 Vehicles Equipped with a Power Release Tailgate
- Issues with the tailgate center step moulding
- Condition where it is difficult to insert the ignition key and/or turn it to the accessory position when...
- Poor air conditioning (A/C) performance
- Grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area
- In the affected vehicles, some customers report experiencing an unintended tailgate opening and may have...
- 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate...
- Certain 2015-2020 Model Year F-150 Vehicles Equipped with a Power Release Tailgate
- Cracked or splitting driver air bag cover
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2236 to update the models and year affected
- Poor air conditioning (A/C) performance, loss of airflow and/or engine cooling fans running continuously...
- Cracked or splitting driver air bag cover
- Poor air conditioning (A/C) performance, loss of airflow and/or engine cooling fans running continuously...
- Condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update
- Condition where the PRBs are disabled, changing the feature menu setting from Auto to Off mode in the...
- Programming error when using IDS versions 122.03 through 123.01 stating 'Data Corrupt' or 'Configuration...
- Binding/sticking, glass stuck open or closed, noisy operation including chatter, rattling, or grinding
- Poor air conditioning (A/C) performance, loss of airflow and/or engine cooling fans running continuously...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Programming error using IDS v122.03 and newer stating "Data Corrupt" or Configuration Failed, would you...
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Fusion/MKZ, 2013-2021 Escape, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2021...
- On your vehicle, moisture and water entering a power door lock actuator housing could
- In some of the affected vehicles, moisture and water entering a power door lock actuator housing can
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2144 to update the vehicle model years affected and the Part List
- Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F-150/Focus/C-MAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/Transit Connect/Mustang,...
- Warping/separation of the instrument panel at the defrost vents
- Lack of heat or cooling from the cabin vents when the climate control settings are adjusted between hot...
- Ticking noise at idle after an engine oil change
- Intermittent grinding noise while driving in 2-wheel drive (2WD) mode most commonly on acceleration
- Some 2015-2021 F-150, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2021 Nautilus, 2015-2021 Edge, 2017-2019 Fusion, 2017-2020 MKZ...
- Intermittent grinding type noise while driving in two-wheel drive (2WD), most commonly on acceleration
- For 2011-2020 F-150/Mustang vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine when installing a replacement secondary...
- Intermittent grinding noise while driving in 2-wheel drive (2WD) mode most commonly on acceleration
- Grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area
- When installing a replacement short block in 2015-2017 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L EcoBoost...
- Mirror click and/or ratcheting noise when using memory functions or easy entry/exit function
- Oil leak from the turbocharger oil supply or return tubes, O-rings or 6.7L pedestal gasket
- Washer fluid leak at the front camera washer jet when not in use
- Some 2015-2020 F-150, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2020 Nautilus, 2015-2020 Edge, 2017-2019 Fusion, 2017-2020 MKZ...
- Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F150/Focus/CMAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/ Transit Connect/Mustang,...
- One or more noisy doors when opening and closing
- Lack of heat or cooling from the cabin vents when the climate settings are adjusted between hot and cold
- This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or Engine Coolant Over Temperature warning with...
- Volume control unresponsive from the Front Control Interface Module (FCIM) and steering volume controls...
- This article supersedes TSB 20-2028 to update the description of Labor Operation D. Some 2013-2018...
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus,2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2020...
- This is a one-time repair program for vehicle owners that report unintended tailgate opening.Affected...
- Extended Warranty Coverage- In the affected vehicles, if water enters into the electrical system, it could
- Intermittent loss of reverse engagement, loss of the ability to shift into reverse or a neutral state when...
- Ssm 48619
- Intermittent grinding noise while driving in 2-wheel drive (2WD) mode most commonly on acceleration
- This SKU is an Oil Dipstick
- Lack of heat concern from the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system when operating the...
- Factory installed or service replacement rear glass that uses rear defroster electrical terminals with a...
- Some 2015-2019 F-150, 2015-2020 Explorer, 2017-2019 F-Super Duty, 2017-2020 Continental, 2018-2020...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Rough idle in neutral or park at normal operating temperature with oil consumption greater than 1 liter (1...
- Rattle and/or squeak noise from the vista roof opening panel while driving with the roof opening panel closed
- Map displayed on the left half of the SYNC screen with no other information/soft buttons present after...
- Customer Satisfaction Program 18N03
- This article supersedes TSB 19-2285 to update the vehicle model years affected and Service Procedure
- This article supersedes TSB 19-2206 to update the Title, Issue Statement and Service Procedure
- Intermittent multi-contour seat operation and/or massage and lumbar adjust inoperative from the seat...
- Intermittent grinding noise while driving in two wheel drive (2WD) mode most commonly on acceleration
- Poor A/C performance/improper climate function
- Distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface
- Oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal
- For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not...
- No crank concern due to a security access key table error
- Intermittent grinding type noise while driving in two-wheel drive (2WD), most commonly on acceleration
- Excessive white or blue smoke from the exhaust at start up after a cold soak
- Glove compartment door that appears misaligned along the storage tray or right side instrument panel when...
- Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone...
- Inoperative adaptive cruise control, collision warning, and/or collision avoidance system with a...
- Rattle and/or squeak noise from the vista roof opening panel while driving with the roof opening panel closed
- Lack of heat concern from the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system when operating the...
- On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be...
- Poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the...
- Ssm 47948 - 2010-2019
- Certain 2015-2018 Model Year F-150 and 2017-2018 Model Year F-250-F-550 Vehicles
- Ssm 47922
- Certain 2015
- Certain 2015-2018 Model Year F-150 and 2017-2018 Model Year F-250-F550 Vehicles
- Glove box door that appears misaligned along the storage tray or right side instrument panel when closed
- No crank concern due to a security access key table error
- Warping/separation of the instrument panel at the defrost vents
- Unintended deceleration event while passing a large object such as a tractor trailer
- Corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or wrench lamp with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0116, P0117,...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0234, P208E and/or P2201 stored in the powertrain...
- Some 2012-2019 Vehicles may require repairs to the Smartlink system
- Console media bin door that will not open or is binding
- Pop-up message every key cycle that states 'SYNC can check for updates when connected to a WiFi network'....
- Binding/sticking, glass stuck open or closed, noisy operation including chatter, rattling, or grinding
- DTC C0051 in the ABS module
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2019 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 Edge/F150/MKC/Mustang,...
- For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related...
- When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford...
- 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a LKS system with customer complaints of steering wheel vibration,...
- Steering drift, pull, and/or wander
- Certain 2018 Model Year Expedition and Navigator Vehicles Equipped With R-1234yf Refrigerant
- Glove box door that appears misaligned along the storage tray or right side instrument panel when closed
- Android Auto Preference menu selection is not present after an update to version 3.0 software
- Intermittent grinding noise coming from the right or left IWE area in 2WD mode
- White or blue smoke from the exhaust, rough idle in neutral or park at normal operating temperature or...
- Lack of heat concern from the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system when operating the...
- Lack of heat concern from the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system when operating the...
- Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone...
- Oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal
- Concern with the glass panel brackets
- Tick type noise from the cylinder block area
- Various 2016-2018 vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience a touch screen that does not respond to any input
- Intermittent blue or black screen
- Intermittent grinding noise coming from the right or left IWE area in 2WD mode
- Lack of cooling from the heating ventilation air conditioning (HVAC) system due to a low refrigerant charge
- Some 2015-2018 F-150 may exhibit a dash panel distortion at the defrost duct area
- Trailer connected and/or disconnected message in the IPC without a trailer connected
- Oil leak from the engine oil pan RTV seal
- Blank screen after attempting to exit Valet mode
- Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or...
- Functional concerns where USB audio playback and App Link will not operate
- Various 2016-2017 vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience a touch screen that does not respond to any input
- Intermittent grinding noise coming from the right front or left front wheel area while accelerating in 2WD...
- Concern where USB Audio playback and App Link applications will not function properly
- Mirror housing vibrating while driving, moving freely or not moving to the desired position after the...
- 2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use...
- Binding while opening or closing of the movable glass panel
- Concern of no airflow from the climate control vents
- The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with...
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- Some 2016-2017 Ford and Lincoln vehicles with SYNC 3 may intermittently display an overhead image of a...
- Inoperative mobile device navigation applications
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- Certain 2016-2017 Model Year F-650, F-750 and F-59 Vehicles with a 6.8L Engine
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with DTCs P2201, P2459, P2463 and/or P246C. Reprogram the...
- Illuminated MIL with DTCs P24AE, P24B1, P24DA, P24C6 and/or P24C7 stored in the powertrain control module...
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or wrench lamp with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0116, P0117,...
- Intermittent and/or inoperative A/C, radio, and/or power window switch control with multiple illuminated...
- No start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement
- Binding while opening or closing of the movable glass panel
- Audible knock noise from the engine only after the engine is at normal operating temperature and between...
- Intermittent blue or black screen
- Intermittent loss of throttle pedal response, illuminated wrench, hill descent, airbag, anti lock brake...
- Blank screen after attempting to exit Valet mode
- Lack of heat concern from the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system when the vehicle is...
- Off-road display flickering in the IPC. Reprogram the IPC using Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) release...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P2195, P2197, P2626, and/or P2629 stored in...
- Some 2016 Edge/Explorer/F-150/Mustang built on or before 01-Nov-2016 and equipped with a 4.2-inch FCDIM...
- Low or no oil pressure indication on the oil pressure gauge with diagnostic trouble code (DTC)...
- Illuminated MIL with DTC P007B and/or P0096 stored in powertrain control module (PCM) memory
- Intermittent or inoperative air conditioning (A/C) operation
- Some 2016 F-150 equipped with a 2.7L engine and built on or after 01-May-2016 may exhibit an illuminated...
- Concerns where the instrument cluster defaults back to the trailer tow setup screen every key cycle with...
- Some 2016-2017 ford or lincoln vehicles equipped with sync 3 may exhibit a blank screen or other various...
- Some 2016 edge/explorer/F-150/mustang built on or before 01-NOV-2016 and equipped with a 4.2-INCH fcdim...
- 2009-2017 vehicles equipped with a 6R80, 6R100, 6R140 automatic transmission have an updated main control...
- Some 2016-2017 F150, edge, mkx, escape, focus, mkc, fusion, mkz, taurus and 2017 continental vehicles...
- Some 2015-2017 F-150 supercab vehicles built on or before 01-JAN-2017 may exhibit inoperative rear door...
- Some 2016 edge, F150, explorer, and mustang vehicles equipped with a myford display 4 inch screen may...
- Some 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6R80 transmission may experience an intermittent loss of...
- Some 2015-2016 F-150 supercrew vehicles equipped with the vista roof opening panel may exhibit a water...
- Concerns where the instrument cluster defaults back to the trailer tow setup screen every key cycle with...
- When servicing a 2.7L or 3.0L ecoboost engine, if the crankshaft pulley is removed, correct reassembly is...
- 2015-2017 F-150 xl vehicles are built with front seat bracket shields and bolt caps on the front and rear...
- Some 2015-2016 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit a hard start, crank no start, runs...
- Some 2016 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L gasoline turbocharged direct injection (GTDI) engine and...
- To help differentiate engine oil leaks from other possible sources, a new white-colored fluorescent engine...
- Some 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles built on or before 28-NOV-2016 equipped with a mechanical tailgate handle...
- Some owners of 2016 ford and lincoln mkx vehicles equipped with sync 3 may inquire about upgrading to...
- Some 2016 F150 vehicles equipped with sync 3 and electronic manual temperature control (EMTC) may...
- Some 2015-2017 F-150 supercab vehicles may exhibit inoperative rear door lower latches during freezing...
- Some 2015-2016 edge with 2.0L gasoline turbocharged direct injection (GTDI), 2015-2016 mustang and F-150...
- Some 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles may exhibit inoperative latches on front doors and/or supercrew rear doors...
- Some 2016 F-150 vehicles equipped with a floor shifter may exhibit a difficult to remove ignition key...
- Some 2010-2016 epas equipped vehicles may exhibit steering related noises
- Some 2016 F-150 with lariat sport appearance package built on 19-JAN-2016 and through 10-AUG-2016 may...
- Some 2016 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L gtdi engine and built on or after 18-DEC-2015 may exhibit an...
- Some 2016 F-150 vehicles equipped with 2.7L gtdi engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P007B...
- Some 2015-2017 F-150, 2016 mkx, 2015 edge, 2017 fusion, mkz and continental vehicles equipped with a...
- Certain 2015 model year edge, 2015-2016 model year F-150, mkt, and police interceptor sedan, and 2016...
- Poor heater performance caused by restricted heater cores. extensive use of the block heater may increase...
- Condition in which the siriusxm traffic listing is not loading but all remaining travel link features...
- Some 2015-2016 F-150 vehicles may experience intermittent loss of throttle pedal response, illuminated...
- Some 2015-2016 F-150, c-max, edge, mks, taurus, and flex and 2016 expedition, explorer, escape, fusion,...
- When hooking up the vehicle communication module (VCM) and integrated diagnostic system (IDS) to the dlc...
- Concern where the safety belt retractor webbing does not extract from the stowed position or exhibits...
- The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic...
- Some 2016-2017 Escape, MKC, Fiesta, F150, Expedition, Navigator, Mustang, Transit, Focus, C-Max, MKX,...
- Vibration on acceleration or cruise that is originating from the driveshaft and/or rear axle
- Certain 2015 Model Year Edge, 2015-2016 Model Year F-150, MKT, and Police Interceptor Sedan, and 2016...
- DTCs U3000:04, B108E:12 and/or U1A00:87 present in the APIM. If these DTCs are present and no other...
- Condition in which the climate control features are displayed on the Front Display Interface Module (FDIM)...
- Some 2016-2017 expedition and navigator vehicles built on or before 08/12/2016 and 2016 F150 vehicles...
- Some 2015-2016 F-150 vehicles equipped with adaptive cruise control may exhibit a collision warning...
- Some 2015-2016 F-150 vehicles equipped with a FL3Z-16C900-A (SMOKE) or FL3Z-16C900-B (chrome), genuine...
- Some 2015-2016 F-150 vehicles built on or before 9/24/2015 may exhibit a drift, pull, and/or wander concern
- Some 2016 escape/mkc/fiesta/F150/expedition/navigator/mustang...
- Inoperative, intermittent air conditioning(a/c) operation. if unable to resolve a/c inoperative concern...
- Some 2016 F150, mustang and explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.5L gtdi, 2.3L gtdi or 2.7L gtdi engine...
- Some 2016-2017 ford/lincoln vehicles with sync 3 may see a navigation fault message appear on the map on...
- Some 2016 F-150, expedition, navigator, transit, edge, flex and explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.5L...
- 2015-2016 F-150 - exterior door handle inoperative and/or power door unlock inoperative
- 2016 F150 equipped with sync 3 and electronic manual temperature control intermittent display of...
- Coolant concentration adjustment
- Inoperative windshield washer jets when the ambient temperature is below 0 °c (32 °f).
- Siri eyes free functional issues using bluetooth and apple ios 9.2 and 9.2.1
- Sync 3 accessory protocol interface module (APIM) dtcs U3000 or B108E or U1A00
- Vehicles instrument cluster information screen defaults to trailer tow set up screen at every key cycle...
- Trailer disconnected and/or trailer battery not charging displayed in the message center - built on or...
- 24 hour clock display resets to 12 hour display
- Touchscreen navigation system
- Coolant Concentration Adjustment In some of the affected vehicles, the engine coolant to water...
- In some of the affected vehicles, the engine coolant to water concentration may be less than specification
- In some of the affected vehicles, the engine coolant to water concentration may be less than specification
- In some of the affected vehicles, the front control/display interface module (FCDIM) may have been...
- 3.5L gtdi - illuminated MIL - DTC P0011, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021 and/or P0025 - under...
- 3.5L gktdi
- Online automotive service information system for March 2016
- 49 cfr
- 49 cfr
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
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