2016 FORD F-350 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2016 FORD F-350 has 14 complaints and 0 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to engine problems, vibrations at high speeds, and electrical malfunctions. Several complaints involve repeated failures of diesel particulate filter components and severe shaking commonly referred to as death wobble.
Common Issues- Death wobble. The truck shakes violently at high speeds, causing loss of control and potential safety hazards.
- Diesel particulate filter failure. Repeated malfunctions of the DPF pump and burner cause warning messages and unintended deceleration below 50 MPH despite repairs.
- Engine knocking and damage. Abnormal knocking sounds and engine damage reported, including metal shavings found in the high-pressure fuel pump, leading to persistent power and smoke issues.
- Rear differential axle failure. Axle bolts shear off and fall into wheel hub caps, causing the need for axle replacement and safety concerns.
- Electrical issues from cab mount deterioration. Rapid deterioration of cab mounts causes cab settling and crushes wiring harnesses, resulting in numerous electrical problems.
- Rear camera problems. Rear camera operates intermittently or with degraded performance.
- NOx sensor error codes. Diagnostic trouble code P207F frequently appears, indicating nitric oxide sensor issues.
- Airbag non-deployment in crash. In one incident, airbags failed to deploy during a head-on collision, which resulted in serious injuries and the vehicle being declared a total loss.
2016 FORD F-350 Summary
2016
Model Year
14
Total Complaints
0
Total Recalls
0
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
No recalls found.
Complaints
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2121889POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was later taken for routine maintenance, and the mechanic discovered that the rear axle bolts had sheared off and were inside the wheel hub caps. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the rear driver’s side differential axle bolts had failed, and the axle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 155,000.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2118973ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The junk cab mounts deteriorate so fast the cab settles and crushes the wiring harness causing many electrical issues. There are many forums that talk about bad cab mounts and what components to use to repair them, but in my opinion this is a Ford issue.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2118972STRUCTURE:BODY
The junk cab mounts deteriorate so fast the cab settles and crushes the wiring harness causing many electrical issues. There are many forums that talk about bad cab mounts and what components to use to repair them, but in my opinion this is a Ford issue.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2109951STEERING
I was driving as normal and truck started shaking vigorously until I came to a stop. From I can tell, they call this a death wobble. I almost hit another car and have some video of it.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2109950SUSPENSION
I was driving as normal and truck started shaking vigorously until I came to a stop. From I can tell, they call this a death wobble. I almost hit another car and have some video of it.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2099260FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the cylinder was not operating as needed, and there was engine damage. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer, Summerville Ford (9700 Dorchester Rd, Summerville, SC 29485); where it was diagnosed and determined that there were metal shavings in the fuel system in the high-pressure fuel pump. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. There was black smoke while driving and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the turbo charger, body mounts, and coolant pump were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 82,800.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2099259ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the cylinder was not operating as needed, and there was engine damage. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer, Summerville Ford (9700 Dorchester Rd, Summerville, SC 29485); where it was diagnosed and determined that there were metal shavings in the fuel system in the high-pressure fuel pump. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. There was black smoke while driving and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the turbo charger, body mounts, and coolant pump were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 82,800.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2097048AIR BAGS
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. The vehicle was condemned as a total loss by the insurance company. The contact's wife, who is a certified RN took the contact to the local medical center. The contact sustained injuries to the back and neck. The contact sustained whiplash. In addition, the contact sustained inoperable disk injuries to his back. A Police report was filed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2094468FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
P207F dtc Nox sensor issue
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2094467ENGINE
P207F dtc Nox sensor issue
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2093999BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Rear camera intermittent or degraded operation.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2080775FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that after adding diesel particulate filter fluid in the vehicle, the message that the vehicle was low on fluid was displayed, and the vehicle would unintendedly decelerate to under 50 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the DPF pump and burner. Approximately 30,000 miles later, the failure recurred, and the vehicle was returned to the dealer. The dealer replaced the DPF pump and burner again. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer transferred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 52,860.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2065591SUSPENSION
When reaching high speeds, my truck experiences the death wobble.
2016 FORD F-350
ID: 2065590STEERING
When reaching high speeds, my truck experiences the death wobble.