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2016 Ford F-250 SD recalls and problems

3 recalls and 291 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Ford F-250 SD.

3
recalls
291
owner complaints
6
complaints mentioning a crash
6
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2016 Ford F-250 SD recalls

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 25V572000 · reported September 3, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 1,456,417 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.

Air bags: frontal, driver clockspring/spiral cassette

NHTSA campaign 22V337000 · reported May 13, 2022 · Ford Motor Company · 310,203 vehicles potentially affected

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

Tires: sidewall

NHTSA campaign 16V246000 · reported April 26, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · 2,288 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 25, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system · fire reported

Fuel leak from plastic fuel filter housing caused fire

Oct 3, 2026 · Engine

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

Sep 23, 2026 · Suspension

I was driving my truck on a highway in […]. 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…

Sep 10, 2026 · Electrical system

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…

Jul 23, 2026 · Steering

Death wobble at highway speeds

F-250 SD model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2013 02110
2014 02630
2015 229686
2016 329166
2017 141,1551213
2018 939979
2019 111,1651611

Across all years, the 2019 F-250 SD has the most complaints (1,165). All Ford F-250 SD years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Ford F-250 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Ford F-250 SD, the most recent reported on September 3, 2025 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford F-250 SD?
Owners have filed 291 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (118 complaints), followed by suspension (112).
How many 2016 Ford F-250 SD complaints mention a crash or fire?
6 of 291 complaints report a crash and 6 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 25, 2026.