MYRModel Year Report

2016 Ford F-450

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2016 Ford F-450
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:50:27.636Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F-450 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 9 complaints 2012: 14 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2014: 2 complaints 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 4 complaints 2016 2017: 20 complaints 2018: 10 complaints 2018 2019: 19 complaints 2020: 24 complaints 2020
2016: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
20030
20040
20050
20060
20070
20080
20090
20100
20119
201214
20136
20142
20156
20164
201720
201810
201919
202024

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

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THE AIR SPRING BLOWED

NHTSA ODI report, 20200110

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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On several occasions, a vehicle cut off our truck so driver had to slam on brakes. Brakes locked up and would not release and truck would not move.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240529

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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WHILE DRIVING ON 3 OCCASIONS AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED ON ITS OWN UNEXPECTEDLY TO FIRST GEAR CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL DUE TO THE REAR WHEELS LOCKING UP. ON TWO OF THE OCCASIONS IT DISABLED THE VEHICLE AND REQUIRED REPAIRS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190221

ENGINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine.

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The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. An unknown engine-related message was displayed on the instrument panel.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250829

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Ford F-450 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2016 Ford F-450 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-450?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Ford F-450 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.