2016 Ford E-350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other E-350 years
- Not enough data 25th of 33 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Ford E-350. That ranks 25th out of 33 E-350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 52,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Ford E-350 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 40% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 20% | 2,833 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 20% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Ford E-350 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seats
Problem: Quality Van Sales, Inc. (Quality Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit and E-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seat back cushions. The seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Quality Van will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Quality Van customer service at 1-800-408-8550.
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 10, 2015 and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. The trailer braking system may fail, increasing the distance needed to stop the vehicle.
Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S01. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-710. Any vehicle previously repaired under 15V-710 will need to be repaired again.
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to September 1, 2015, and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. In the affected vehicles, the trailer brake controller may not actuate the trailer brakes.
Risk: If the trailer brakes are not activated when the towing vehicle is slowing down, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S32.
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.
 The contact owns a 2016 Ford E-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who related the failure to Ford Campaign Number:19B40 (Coast Clutch Cylinder and One-Way Clutch…
The econoline van for the exhaust odor, when we first tested the vehicle in the shop with the vehicle running (no exhaust hose on the tailpipe) the co detector read 49 ppm after about 15 minutes. When we tested the second time, the vehicle was in the same spot but a exhaust hose run from the…
Vehicle is upfiitted by morgan olson with seats by freedman seating. The pin that holds the seat pedestal to the seat base falls out and the seat falls to its lowest position without warning. This has happened to several of our fleet trucks. The detent ball spring is to weak. We have modified 2 of…
The automatic transmission shifter control cable contacts the parking brake pedal assembly, therefore when applying/releasing the parking brake the cable is getting chaffed.
The parking brake cable is routed through the left front wheel area in such a way that the tire contacts it during normal steering/suspension movements and is chaffing the cable.
Other Ford E-350 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 E-350 | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 E-350 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 E-350 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 E-350 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 E-350 | 3 | 2 |
| 2022 E-350 | 14 | 3 |
| 2021 E-350 | 22 | 6 |
| 2020 E-350 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 E-350 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 E-350 | 3 | 4 |
| 2017 E-350 | 13 | 4 |
| 2016 | 5 | 3 |
| 2015 E-350 | 7 | 2 |
| 2014 E-350 | 17 | 11 |
| 2013 E-350 | 13 | 9 |
| 2012 E-350 | 16 | 12 |
| 2011 E-350 | 19 | 18 |
| 2010 E-350 | 17 | 16 |
| 2009 E-350 | 10 | 25 |
| 2008 E-350 | 39 | 30 |
| 2007 E-350 | 18 | 33 |
| 2006 E-350 | 53 | 37 |
| 2005 E-350 | 55 | 14 |
| 2004 E-350 | 46 | 9 |
| 2003 E-350 | 46 | 7 |
| 2002 E-350 | 53 | 5 |
| 2001 E-350 | 52 | 4 |
| 2000 E-350 | 59 | 8 |
| 1999 E-350 | 72 | 9 |
| 1998 E-350 | 63 | 8 |
| 1997 E-350 | 79 | 5 |
| 1996 E-350 | 50 | 3 |
| 1995 E-350 | 69 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford E-350?
Owners most often report power train, seats, service brakes problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Ford E-350?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Ford E-350 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E-350 model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.