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2016 Ford E-350 Recalls & Complaints

The 2016 Ford E-350 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Ford dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Ford E-350. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2016 Ford E-350 owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Ford E-350, describing incidents dated June 12, 2016 to June 15, 2023.

Most-cited components

Power Train 2 complaints
Seats 1 complaint
Service Brakes 1 complaint
Structure 1 complaint

Newest complaints

ODI #11536278 · Filed August 3, 2023
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…
ODI #11192970 · Filed March 27, 2019
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…
ODI #11080324 · Filed March 20, 2018
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…

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Seat Back may not Stay Upright/FMVSS 207

NHTSA #19V205000 · Seats · NHTSA notice

Reported March 18, 2019 · Quality Van Sales, Inc.

Potentially affected: 471 vehicles

Repair completion: 5.94% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified March 21, 2019 · Vehicles built February 24, 2015 – July 10, 2018 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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."

Safety consequence

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.Please provide the following information:

Loss of Trailer Braking Function

NHTSA #16V046000 · Electrical System — Integrated Trailer Brake Control · NHTSA notice

Reported January 28, 2016 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 75 vehicles

Repair completion: 50.67% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Ford campaign 16S01 · Owners notified February 19, 2016 · Vehicles built November 3, 2014 – December 10, 2015 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Brake Controller may not Activate Trailer Brakes

NHTSA #15V710000 · Electrical System — Integrated Trailer Brake Control · NHTSA notice

Reported October 27, 2015 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 65 vehicles

Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Ford campaign 15S32 · Owners notified November 10, 2015 · Vehicles built November 3, 2014 – September 1, 2015 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2016 Ford E-350. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

5 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Ford E-350.

Power Train

ODI #11536278

Incident: June 15, 2023 · Filed: August 3, 2023

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 Replacement). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Structure

ODI #11192970

Incident: October 23, 2018 · Filed: March 27, 2019

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 TAILPIPE TO OUTSIDE THE SHOP AND THE CO DETECTOR READ 9 PPM AFTER ABOUT 15 MINUTES. THE THIRD TEST, THE VEHICLE WAS OUTSIDE AND AFTER ABOUT 15 MINUTES THE CO DETECTOR READ 0 PPM AND WE ALSO TESTED IN THE UTILITY BODY WHICH READ 0 PPM. WE KNOW THAT THE VEHICLE IS NOT LEAKING EXHAUST, ANY "EXHAUST ODOR" OR CO MEASURED IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE IS MOST LIKELY FROM THE EXHAUST SURROUNDING THE VEHICLE AND ENTERING THROUGH THE POROUS UTILITY BODY. *DT*JB

Seats

ODI #11080324

Incident: June 12, 2016 · Filed: March 20, 2018

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 OUR VEHICLES BY DRILLING OUT THE BALL AND INSTALLING HAIRPIN CLIPS. ON THE OTHERS WE HAVE INSTALLED A ZIP-STRIP THROUGH THE PIN RING WHILE WAITING FOR INSTRUCTION FROM MORGAN OLSON CONCERNING A AUTHORIZED REPAIR. HAVE MADE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO OBTAIN FEEDBACK OVER THE COURSE TO 2 YEARS, BUT HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY INSTRUCTION AS TO HOW THIS ISSUE IS BEING HANDLED. THE SEAT FELL WHILE THE VEHICLES WERE IN MOTION IN EVERY INCIDENT, STARTLING THE DRIVER.

Service Brakes

ODI #11075774

Incident: September 1, 2016 · Filed: March 2, 2018

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.

Power Train

ODI #11075773

Incident: September 13, 2016 · Filed: March 2, 2018

THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTER CONTROL CABLE CONTACTS THE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY, THEREFORE WHEN APPLYING/RELEASING THE PARKING BRAKE THE CABLE IS GETTING CHAFFED.

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