2016 Ford F-350
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 52 |
| 1993 | 101 |
| 1994 | 96 |
| 1995 | 134 |
| 1996 | 130 |
| 1997 | 155 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 413 |
| 2000 | 304 |
| 2001 | 160 |
| 2002 | 116 |
| 2003 | 90 |
| 2004 | 159 |
| 2005 | 114 |
| 2006 | 145 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 131 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 136 |
| 2012 | 149 |
| 2013 | 76 |
| 2014 | 91 |
| 2015 | 190 |
| 2016 | 187 |
| 2017 | 480 |
| 2018 | 194 |
| 2019 | 452 |
| 2020 | 182 |
| 2021 | 88 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
42% of complaints: suspension — 78 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front.
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WHILE DRIVING AT 60 TO 70 MILES PER HOUR YOU GET A SLIGHT SHIMMY IN THE BACK END. AS YOU PROGRESS THE SHAKE GETS WORSE. THE FORD SHOP WHERE I LIVE HAS A RUSH IN RUSH OUT WORK ETHIC, THEY DON'T LISTEN TO THE ONE PAYING THE BILLS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20161129
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
38% of complaints: steering — 71 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tie rod assembly and power assist system.
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The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 55-60 MPH with her in the front passenger's seat, the vehicle was shuddering significantly, and the steering wheel was shuddering back and forth.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230913
11% of complaints: air bags — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing driver clockspring/spiral cassette.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a head-on crash. The air bags did not deploy. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250604
MICHAEL WAS CHANGE ODOMETER ENGINE TOTAL MILES TO HAVE WARRANTY FROM DEALER
NHTSA ODI report, 20200814
Also filed under ENGINE and SERVICE BRAKES
I WAS JUST RECENTLY INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH A TREE WHEN I LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE, WHICH IS A NEW 2016 FORD F-350, ON AUGUST 24TH, 2017. THIS ACCIDENT RESULTED IN A TOTAL OF 5 SURGERIES IN LESS THEN 11 DAYS!
NHTSA ODI report, 20170917
10% of complaints: engine — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY9% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing axle assembly.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (78 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (71 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (21 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Ford F-350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Ford F-350 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford F-350?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Ford F-350 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.