CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Ford C-Max has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Back Over Prevention (7 reports).
2016 Ford C-Max recalls
Rearview camera may show blank or distorted image
The rearview camera on certain vehicles may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Shifter Bushing May Fail, Causing Unexpected Movement
A bushing that connects the shifter cable to the transmission can degrade or detach on certain 2013-2021 Ford vehicles.
Weld Flaw May Weaken Front Structure in a Crash
The floor pan on some vehicles may have improperly welded left-hand apron joints.
Most common 2016 Ford C-Max problems
Problem areas named in the 24 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 7 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2016 Ford C-Max. The contact stated that the rearview camera is malfunctioning, cuts out intermittently, and displays an error message stating that the camera is unavailable. The contact received a safety recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the replacement parts required to complete the repair are not yet available. The contact has reached out to the local dealer and notified the manufacturer of the failure, noting that the manufacturer has exceeded a reasonable amount of time to provide the recall remedy. The failure mileage was 63,343.
Rear view camera recall was last year on October 2025 I am facing serious safety issues with the camera not working properly or sometimes entirely not at all the screen turns blue and does not display anything itâs very dangerous
The contact owns a 2016 Ford C-MAX. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. The contact stated that the failure was a persistent failure, and the rear-view camera displayed an upside-down image. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure was associated with a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part was not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 136,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford C-Max Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rear-view camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the driver's visibility, preventing the driver from safely operating the vehicle. The message "Rear-view Camera not Available" was displayed on the screen. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. T
See attached document for complaint. RE: NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 25V695 To whom it may concern, In August 2025 we took our 2016 CMAX into the Ford Dealer we purchased it from to have the check out the back-up camera that was not working and have a service done. They charges us $225.00 to check it out and then wanted to service it for several hundred dollars more. There was no mention at that time about a recall, and after re-reading the bulletin you sent out, that did not come until October. The online status was that any repairs were not to begin until June 2026. Both of us are seniors and being concerned of the safety issues with the camera, we looked for the best price to repair/replace th
2016 Ford C-Max questions
Does the 2016 Ford C-Max have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Ford C-Max: Rearview camera may show blank or distorted image; Shifter Bushing May Fail, Causing Unexpected Movement; Weld Flaw May Weaken Front Structure in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford C-Max?
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Back Over Prevention (7), Unknown Or Other (6), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Ford C-Max has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.