2016 Ford E-350
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 41 |
| 1993 | 43 |
| 1994 | 51 |
| 1995 | 69 |
| 1996 | 50 |
| 1997 | 79 |
| 1998 | 63 |
| 1999 | 72 |
| 2000 | 59 |
| 2001 | 52 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 46 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 55 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 5 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
The automatic transmission shifter control cable contacts the parking brake pedal assembly, therefore when applying/releasing the parking brake the cable is getting chaffed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-02
Structure
1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
The parking brake cable is routed through the left front wheel area in such a way that the tire contacts it during normal steering/suspension movements and is chaffing the cable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-02
Seats
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seats.
Show complaint excerpts
Vehicle is upfiitted by morgan olson with seats by freedman seating. The pin that holds the seat pedestal to the seat base falls out and the seat falls to its lowest position without warning. This has happened to several of our fleet trucks.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-20
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
-
R
2015-11-10Electrical system15V710000 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.
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.
-
R
2016-02-19Electrical system16V046000 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.
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.
-
R
2019-03-21Seats19V205000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Ford E-350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V710000 · Electrical system
- Recall 16V046000 · Electrical system
- Recall 19V205000 · Seats
Other years of this model
See all years ranked →FAQ
- Is the 2016 Ford E-350 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford E-350?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Ford E-350 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.