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2016 Ford F-350 SD

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2016 Ford F-350 SD
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:46:23.473Z

Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F-350 SD Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1999: 142 complaints 1999 2000: 157 complaints 2001: 158 complaints 2002: 124 complaints 2003: 132 complaints 2003 2004: 130 complaints 2005: 217 complaints 2006: 127 complaints 2007: 25 complaints 2007 2008: 101 complaints 2009: 19 complaints 2010: 50 complaints 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 29 complaints 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 7 complaints 2015: 17 complaints 2015 2016: 21 complaints 2016 2017: 92 complaints 2018: 7 complaints 2019: 13 complaints 2019 2020: 5 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2022: 110 complaints 2023: 41 complaints 2023 2024: 44 complaints 2025: 14 complaints 2026: 6 complaints 2026
2016: 21 complaints
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YearComplaints
19930
19940
19952
19960
19973
19983
1999142
2000157
2001158
2002124
2003132
2004130
2005217
2006127
200725
2008101
200919
201050
201143
201229
20139
20147
201517
201621
201792
20187
201913
20205
20217
2022110
202341
202444
202514
20266

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

6 of 21 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD F-350 SD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE LEFT DRASTICALLY WHILE THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171012

Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

TIRES

4 of 21 total reports mention: tires.

ENGINE

4 of 21 total reports mention: engine.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180627

Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

SUSPENSION

3 of 21 total reports mention: suspension.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 of 21 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20160523 — tires

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.

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.

Campaign 16V246000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20201221 — equipment, steering, suspension

Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks.

Remedy: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.

Campaign 20E090000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230710 — air bags

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles.

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.

Campaign 22V337000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20240509 — PE (open)

Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak

R 20260113 — back over prevention

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...

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.

Campaign 25V572000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Ford F-350 SD — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V246000 (tires) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20E090000 (equipment, steering, suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V337000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V572000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ▲ 2011 ▲ 2024

WORST YEARS

◆ 2005 ◆ 2001 ◆ 2000

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FAQ

Is the 2016 Ford F-350 SD 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 F-350 SD?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

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

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.