MYRModel Year Report

2016 Ford F-350

◆ Worse than typical
2016 Ford F-350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:28.844Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
187
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Suspension

42% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 187 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2012 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 187 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2012 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 187 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints

2016: 187 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19892
199131
199252
1993101
199496
1995134
1996130
1997155
199812
1999413
2000304
2001160
2002116
200390
2004159
2005114
2006145
200736
2008131
200928
20100
2011136
2012149
201376
201491
2015190
2016187
2017480
2018194
2019452
2020182
202188

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Suspension

42% · 78 reports

Most commonly citing front.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2016-11-29

Also filed under Power train

Steering

38% · 71 reports

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, 2023-09-13

Air bags

11% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing driver clockspring/spiral cassette.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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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, 2025-06-04

Michael was change odometer engine total miles to have warranty from dealer

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-14

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, 2017-09-17

Engine

10% · 18 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY

Power train

9% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing axle assembly.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2016Complaint volume 187 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2024-05-09Preliminary evaluationOpen Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak

Buy-smart checklist

2016 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 78 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 71 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 21 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.