CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Ford F-350 SD has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 209 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 4 fires, 12 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (81 reports).
2016 Ford F-350 SD recalls
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image
The rearview camera can display a distorted, inverted, or blank image while the vehicle is in reverse.
Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy in a Crash
Dust can build up in the steering wheel clock spring, the part that keeps the driver's air bag wired to the vehicle.
Tire Sidewall Damage Can Cause Sudden Air Loss or Blowout
Some 2016 heavy-duty Ford pickups built in April 2016 may have had their factory-installed tires damaged on the inner sidewall during assembly.
Most common 2016 Ford F-350 SD problems
Problem areas named in the 209 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 81 |
| Steering | 77 |
| Engine | 22 |
| Air Bags | 22 |
| Unknown Or Other | 19 |
| Power Train | 17 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 |
| Wheels | 12 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
What owners report
On 09-25-2026 I was changing the fuel filters on my truck when i noticed metal shavings in the bottom of the fuel filter. Immediatey contacted Norman's Auto & Diesel Repair and i had the truck towed to Norman's. The CP4 fuel pump was failing, they converted to the DCR fuel pump. The truck only has 71,234 miles on it and this problem cost me over 4,000.00 dollars. All Ford 6.7 diesel from 2011 to 2026 should be recalled. This is a problem that Ford has been knowing about since 2011. INVOICE #018016
The issue with truck is the rear window has a large mirror tint reflection. Causing a safety hazard when driving as the reflection leaves other drivers light blinded. Leaving a flash blindness.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while reversing, the rear view camera independently blanked on and off. The contact received a recall notification, NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the recall repair was completed. The failure reoccurred. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the recall. In addition, the contact stated that the failure was peristent. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 216,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a lower gear. The check engine warning light was occasionally illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
The CP4 is failing, this has been a know problem on these F- series trucks for sometime now. This needs to be remedied on these vehicles. This has been known for years.
2016 Ford F-350 SD questions
Does the 2016 Ford F-350 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Ford F-350 SD: Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Tire Sidewall Damage Can Cause Sudden Air Loss or Blowout. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford F-350 SD?
Based on 209 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (81), Steering (77), Engine (22).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Ford F-350 SD 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.