repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
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.
2016 Ford F-350 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 209 owner complaints about the 2016 Ford F-350 SD, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-572 the manufacturer reports only 21% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Ford F-350 SD has problems
209 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
81Suspension
76Steering2 crash/fire/injury
22Engine4 crash/fire/injury
21Air bags4 crash/fire/injury
17Power train
17Fuel/propulsion system
12Wheels
10Electrical system
6Fuel system, diesel
3511 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 81 | 0 |
| Steering | 76 | 2 |
| Engine | 22 | 4 |
| Air bags | 21 | 4 |
| Power train | 17 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 17 | 0 |
| Wheels | 12 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 2 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 6 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 35 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2016 Ford F-350 SD recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassette
Risk. A disconnected driver's air bag can result in it not deploying, as intended, during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Tires: sidewall
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.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Mileage at failure
When do suspension problems start?
48kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 42 suspension complaints. 86% were reported before 100,000 miles.
12under 30k miles36under 100k miles6100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other F-350 SD year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the F-350 SD median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2016 Ford F-350 SD, and the recalls they led to.
- Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter LeakOpen
In owners' words
What F-350 SD owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I was driving as normal and truck started shaking vigorously until I came to a stop. From I can tell, they call this a death wobble. I almost hit another car and have some video of it.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle drove over a depression in the roadway and the vehicle started vibrating abnormally and then started drifting to the left and to the right in the lane. The contact slowed down to regain control of…
The truck has started a violent wabble on the front end making it hard to control and causing me to cone to a total stop. I have been driving the vehicle locally and at slow speeds. I have taken the vehicle to a shop for inspection at a tire and alignment shop and they recommend replacing tires and…
Own a 2016 F-350 SD?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.