2016 Ford F-650 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-650 SD years
- Not enough data 6th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Ford F-650 SD. That ranks 6th out of 18 F-650 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 26,085 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner 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 F-650 SD 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 67% | 26,085 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 33% | 34,170 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 33% | 34,170 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 33% | 625 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 33% | 34,170 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Ford F-650 SD recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Parking brake
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 F-650 and F-750 trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to November 30, 2015. The clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.
Risk: If the parking brake cable connector clip fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable connector clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S15.
Service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-650 and F-750 trucks manufactured April 15, 2015, to December 15, 2015, and equipped with rear air suspension. In the affected vehicles, the rear brake hoses may contact and chafe on the rear axle housing while driving.
Risk: A chafed rear brake line may result in an air leak, reducing the rear braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install revised rear brake air chambers and replace any damaged rear air brake lines, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S38.
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl); steering:column
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 F-650 trucks manufactured July 29, 2015, to September 3, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with an incorrect Park-Reverse-Neutral-Drive-Manual (PRNDM) steering column, instead of Reverse-Neutral-Drive-Manual (RNDM) steering column. If the vehicle has the incorrect steering column, is parked on a hill, and the PRNDM placed in "P", park pawl may fracture due to being overloaded.
Risk: If the park pawl fractures, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PRNDM steering column with the correct RNDM steering column, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S35.
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.
Driver feels unsafe, brakes feel like they are dragging, do not release all the way. Brake system repaired for $5,079.44 *dt*dt*jb*dt*jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f650 sd. While driving various speeds, the rear axle began bouncing and vibrating on the rear wheels. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 625.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-650 sd. While driving approximately 60 mph, smoke emerged from the engine compartment and the abs warning indicator illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a car wash and water was sprayed above and under the engine. The vehicle was driven to the dealer, but…
Other Ford F-650 SD years
← 2015 F-650 SD · 2018 F-650 SD →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-650 SD | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 F-650 SD | 4 | 3 |
| 2023 F-650 SD | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 F-650 SD | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 F-650 SD | 4 | 0 |
| 2018 F-650 SD | 0 | 5 |
| 2016 | 3 | 3 |
| 2015 F-650 SD | 1 | 4 |
| 2013 F-650 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 F-650 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 F-650 SD | 1 | 3 |
| 2010 F-650 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 F-650 SD | 1 | 3 |
| 2008 F-650 SD | 2 | 4 |
| 2007 F-650 SD | 5 | 1 |
| 2006 F-650 SD | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 F-650 SD | 6 | 2 |
| 2004 F-650 SD | 10 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford F-650 SD?
Owners most often report engine, service brakes, steering problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Ford F-650 SD?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Ford F-650 SD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-650 SD model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.