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 | 95 |
| 1995 | 134 |
| 1996 | 130 |
| 1997 | 155 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 413 |
| 2000 | 304 |
| 2001 | 160 |
| 2002 | 116 |
| 2003 | 88 |
| 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
41% of complaints: suspension — 77 distinct reports on file.
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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
36% of complaints: steering — 68 distinct reports on file.
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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 — 20 distinct reports on file.
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
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 INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MICHAEL WAS CHANGE ODOMETER ENGINE TOTAL MILES TO HAVE WARRANTY FROM DEALER
NHTSA ODI report, 20200814
7% of complaints: power train — 14 distinct reports on file.
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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
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 (77 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (68 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (20 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 41% 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.