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2016 Ford F-250 SD Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2016 Ford F-250 SD has 4 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 F-250 SD, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2016 Ford F-250 SD owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Ford F-250 SD, describing incidents dated April 5, 2020 to October 24, 2026.

Most-cited components

Fuel/Propulsion System 2 complaints
Suspension 2 complaints
Electrical System 1 complaint
Engine 1 complaint
Steering 1 complaint
Unknown or Other 1 complaint

Of the 5 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

ODI #11773580 · Filed October 25, 2026
Fuel leak from plastic fuel filter housing caused fire
ODI #11768676 · Filed October 3, 2026
Failure of Bosch CP4 fuel pump causing me to be stranded on the side of the road. No recalls currently issued and cannot afford a $15,000 fix
ODI #11766410 · Filed September 23, 2026
I was driving my truck on a highway in [XXX]. I was going 70 MPH when we crossed over a bridge. The pavement was lower than the bridge cement. that cause the truck to have a slight bump when crossing over it. That cause the entire truck to begin a violent shaking (death wobble). it was very hard to…

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NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2016 Ford F-250 SD in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Preliminary Evaluation PE24-014: Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak
Open since May 9, 2024

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image

NHTSA #25V572000 · Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera · NHTSA notice

Reported September 3, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 1,456,417 vehicles

Repair completion: 21.11% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Ford campaign 25S89 · Owners notified January 13, 2026 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Safety consequence

A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy

NHTSA #22V337000 · Air Bags — Frontal — Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette · NHTSA notice

Reported May 13, 2022 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 310,203 vehicles

Repair completion: 49.16% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Ford campaign 22S35 · Owners notified July 10, 2023

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Dust may accumulate in the steering wheel clock spring, causing a disconnection in the electrical connection resulting in the driver's air bag not deploying as intended.

Safety consequence

A disconnected driver's air bag can result in it not deploying, as intended, during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the steering wheel clock spring, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. An interim notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on July 6, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S35.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Steering May Lock Up

NHTSA #20E090000 · Steering · NHTSA notice

Reported December 9, 2020 · Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC

Potentially affected: 102 vehicles

Owners notified December 21, 2020

Defect description

Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.

Safety consequence

If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.

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.

Possible Damage to Tire Inner Sidewall

NHTSA #16V246000 · Tires — Sidewall · NHTSA notice

Reported April 26, 2016 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 2,288 vehicles

Repair completion: 83.87% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Ford campaign 16S17 · Owners notified May 23, 2016 · Vehicles built April 5, 2016 – April 11, 2016 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured April 5, 2016, to April 11, 2016. The tires installed during assembly of the affected vehicles may have sustained damage to the inner sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air or a tire rupture.

Safety consequence

A rapid loss of air or a tire rupture while the vehicle is being driven may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires for damage and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S17.

Electronic Stability Control

1 investigation

5 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Ford F-250 SD.

Fuel/Propulsion System

ODI #11773580

Fire

Incident: October 24, 2026 · Filed: October 25, 2026

Fuel leak from plastic fuel filter housing caused fire

Engine; Fuel/Propulsion System

ODI #11768676

Incident: March 12, 2026 · Filed: October 3, 2026

Failure of Bosch CP4 fuel pump causing me to be stranded on the side of the road. No recalls currently issued and cannot afford a $15,000 fix

Steering; Suspension; Wheels

ODI #11766410

Incident: September 13, 2026 · Filed: September 23, 2026

I was driving my truck on a highway in [XXX]. I was going 70 MPH when we crossed over a bridge. The pavement was lower than the bridge cement. that cause the truck to have a slight bump when crossing over it. That cause the entire truck to begin a violent shaking (death wobble). it was very hard to control the truck. I had to step on the brakes very hard to slow down almost completely on the highway to stop the shaking. all the other traffic was trying to avoid my truck. fortunately no accidents occurred. I've spent $4000. dollars to try to fix the problem. Every time the Ford dealership says there is nothing else they can do. How long is it going to take for you to force Ford to fix or Lemon law these trucks? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Electrical System; Unknown or Other

ODI #11763333

Incident: August 10, 2026 · Filed: September 10, 2026

My 2016 Ford F250 was flagged under safety recall notice 25S89, NHTSA recall 25V572 for the issue of where the backup camera could display a blank/distorted image, or message that the rear view camera is unavailable. The camera on my F250 has not completely failed, but has exhibited the known issues mentioned in the recall intermittently. I received the recall notice from Ford and brought my F250 to Wiscasset Ford for a scheduled appointment on 5/9/2026 to address. Wiscasset Ford did not repair my camera or replace any parts based on what they claimed was "a lack of recall codes were present". The dealership afterward must have entered in the database that they have addressed the recall as my VIN now shows no open recalls on it, despite the fact they didn't replace/repair anything. I received a letter from Ford referring to "Customer Satisfaction Program 25N15" stating not to return to the dealer for this repair "UNLESS" if the rear view camera displays a blank or distorted image. On 8/10/2026, my truck exhibited the distorted image/"camera not available" message again on an occasion in reverse. I took photos/video as proof. I once again made an appointment for 9/10/2026 at 8:15AM to address the issue. Upon arrival and explaining the reason for my service appt. to the advisor, I was asked if I was willing to pay for the diagnostic to be done on my F250. I stated no as my issue was based on a known recall and I showed my photos/video of the failure as proof. The advisor excused himself to speak with the shop foreman. Returned saying they'd look at my truck "as a good faith issue", (generous of them...) but they'd have to repeat the "test for codes" process and if the codes were still not there, there was nothing they could do, despite my evidence my truck having the symptoms relative to the recall. Plus I'd have to leave my truck with them all day, despite having an appt. Took 1 hour to test on 5/9. Left as I felt they do not take this safety concern seriously.

Suspension

ODI #11320271

Incident: April 5, 2020 · Filed: April 5, 2020

DEATH WOBBLE PURCHASE TRUCK TWO YEARS AGO FRONT AND WAS FIXED THEN WITHIN A YEAR AND A HALF STARTED VIBRATING AGAIN REPLACED EVERYTHING IN FRONT IN DEATH WOBBLE STILL BAD EVEN AFTER ALIGNMENT I AM ALMOST WRECKED THE TRUCK TWICE IN THE LAST WEEK IT IS NOW PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY NOT SAFE TO DRIVE

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