2016 Ford E-150 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other E-150 years
- Not enough data 19th of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Ford E-150. That ranks 19th out of 24 E-150 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (3 complaints, 38%), typically at around 4,400 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Ford E-150 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 3 | 38% | 4,400 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 25% | 4,250 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 25% | 85 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 13% | 85 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 13% | 160,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 13% | 6,700 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 13% | 6,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Ford E-150 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Problem: Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ford E-150 and Transit vans modified to be equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheel chair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.
Risk: If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Mobility Specialists, working with Ricon, has notified the owners. Ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
This is a general complaint against all new blue and brighter headlights. They are a safety hazard. Especially in the new f 150 and similar big pick up trucks when one is behind you, they are higher than your car and it is like shining a spotlight in your car. Will temporality blind you. When one…
1. Vehicle clunk and lurch forward right before it reaches complete stop. 2. With fully aligned wheels, the steering wheel can not be centered when going straight. Vehicle wanders on perfectly leveled road.
The electronics on the dash reset, causing the radio to malfunction and other related issues with date, time and radio programs, dimming controls, and unknown other issues. The dealer resets, but i have too keep returning for corrections. This must be completed by a third party. This is not correct…
Driving on santa fe blvd in denver co. Was coming to a red light, pressed the brakes and they went to the floor, swerved into next lane with cars further away, and avoided a crash as the light changed.. This is a very heavy traffic area and i am lucky to not have caused a accident involving several…
Intermittent brake failure. Brakes feel "spongy". Car slowed slightly, however pedal was pressed to the floor, with no immediate response in braking.
Other Ford E-150 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 E-150 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 E-150 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 8 | 1 |
| 2015 E-150 | 8 | 1 |
| 2014 E-150 | 6 | 6 |
| 2013 E-150 | 19 | 6 |
| 2012 E-150 | 12 | 8 |
| 2011 E-150 | 23 | 11 |
| 2010 E-150 | 10 | 7 |
| 2009 E-150 | 7 | 12 |
| 2008 E-150 | 11 | 17 |
| 2007 E-150 | 12 | 18 |
| 2006 E-150 | 17 | 14 |
| 2005 E-150 | 16 | 2 |
| 2004 E-150 | 33 | 5 |
| 2003 E-150 | 21 | 5 |
| 2002 E-150 | 28 | 3 |
| 2001 E-150 | 37 | 4 |
| 2000 E-150 | 50 | 6 |
| 1999 E-150 | 83 | 6 |
| 1998 E-150 | 60 | 5 |
| 1997 E-150 | 102 | 6 |
| 1996 E-150 | 59 | 3 |
| 1995 E-150 | 71 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford E-150?
Owners most often report service brakes, steering, unknown or other problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Ford E-150?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Ford E-150 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E-150 model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.