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2016 Ford F-350 SD problems

The most common problem on the 2016 Ford F-350 SD is suspension, typically around 49,000 miles. It has 1.7 times the complaints of a typical F-350 SD model year.

Typical year1.7x the typical complaints
Year score
53/100
Owner complaints
209
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
119
Worst area
Suspension

The worst 2016 Ford F-350 SD problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2016 Ford F-350 SD

Check engine light 14Fuel pump 10Ball joint 9Loss of power 9Backup camera 7Airbag light 5Shudder 5Won't shift 5

Trouble codes owners of the 2016 Ford F-350 SD mention

P054F 2P20BA 2

Recalls 3

Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraReported September 3, 2025 · 1,456,417 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Remedy
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 the federal safety agency recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning September 8, 2025.

Recall number 25V572000 · Recall details

Air bags: frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassetteReported May 13, 2022 · 310,203 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 22V337000 · Recall details

Tires: sidewallReported April 26, 2016 · 2,288 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 16V246000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter LeakOpened May 9, 2024, still open

The Office of Defect Investigations (ODI) has received 27 complaints alleging diesel fuel leaks due to a fracture in the secondary fuel filter housing in model year (MY) 2015-2021 Ford Motor Company (Ford) F-250, 350, 450, and 550 Super Duty vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. Of these complaints, 12 describe an engine compartment fire. The proximity of the secondary fuel filter to high heat sources creates a potential for autoignition thermal events and fires. ODI has contacted the vehicle manufacturer, Ford, and the filter manufacturer, Allevard Sogefi USA (Sogefi), and learned that the low-pressure fuel system is capable of a maximum operating pressure of 8.5 Bar, while the secondary fuel filter is only tested to seven (7) Bar during the manufacturing process. Additionally, changes starting in 2022 by both Ford and Sogefi align with a lack of similar complaints on MY 2022 and newer vehicles. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to evaluate the severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related problems. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to

PE24014

Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Ford F-350 SD 119

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2016 Ford F-350 SD owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 29, 2026 · Fuel system · LA

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

Filed Jul 10, 2026 · NV

The issue with truck is the rear window has a large mirror tint reflection. Causing a safety hazard when driving as the reflection leaves other drivers light blinded. Leaving a flash blindness.

Filed May 13, 2026 · Driver assistance · 216,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while reversing, the rear view camera independently blanked on and off. The contact received a recall notification, the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the recall repair was completed. The failure reoccurred. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the recall. In addition, the contact stated that the failure was peristent. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 216,000.

Filed Apr 22, 2026 · Transmission · 50,000 miles · NY

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 the federal safety agency 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.

Filed Apr 12, 2026 · Fuel system · TX

The CP4 is failing, this has been a know problem on these F- series trucks for sometime now. This needs to be remedied on these vehicles. This has been known for years.

Filed Feb 26, 2026 · AZ

My 2016 Ford F-350 is included in the federal safety agency recall [campaign number 25S89/25V572] for rearview camera failure. I received notice probably a year ago and it stopped working 2 days ago. The camera is currently malfunctioning and I can not see behind me when I back up. Dealers state no parts available and no timeline for repair, only willing to help if I pay a $200 diagnostic fee. Vehicle remains unrepaired.

Filed Feb 18, 2026 · Driver assistance · 173,293 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while in reverse, the back-over prevention camera intermittently displayed a distorted, blue, or black screen. While driving at various speeds, the camera erroneously displayed an image of the rear of the vehicle. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 173,293.

Filed Aug 20, 2025 · Transmission · 155,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was later taken for routine maintenance, and the mechanic discovered that the rear axle bolts had sheared off and were inside the wheel hub caps. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the rear driver’s side differential axle bolts had failed, and the axle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 155,000.

Filed Aug 11, 2025 · Body, Electrical · IL

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.

Filed Jul 15, 2025 · Steering, Suspension · OK

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.

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Questions about the 2016 Ford F-350 SD

Is the 2016 Ford F-350 SD reliable?

Owners have filed 209 complaints about the 2016 Ford F-350 SD, 1.7 times a typical F-350 SD model year.

What is the 2016 Ford F-350 SD year score?

The 2016 Ford F-350 SD scores 53 out of 100 (below average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Ford F-350 SD: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Ford F-350 SD?

Suspension, with 81 complaints, typically around 49,000 miles. Next is steering (76).

How many recalls does the 2016 Ford F-350 SD have?

3 recalls, covering back over prevention, air bags and tires.

What year does the Ford F-350 SD have bad suspension?

The Ford F-350 SD model years with the most suspension complaints are 2019 (227 complaints), 2017 (219 complaints) and 2016 (81 complaints).

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