2016 Ford F-250 SD recalls and problems

The 2016 Ford F-250 SD has 3 safety recalls and 291 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

291

Crashes / fires

6 / 6

Injuries / deaths

6 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2016 Ford F-250 SD vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Ford F-250 SD recalls

Recall 25V-572: Back Over Prevention

Reported Sep 3, 2025 · 1,456,417 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

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.

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

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.

Recall 22V-337: Air Bags

Reported May 13, 2022 · 310,203 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

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.

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

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.

Recall 16V-246: Tires

Reported Apr 26, 2016 · 2,288 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

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.

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.

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.

2016 Ford F-250 SD problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Steering	118
Suspension	112
Unknown or Other	37
Air Bags	35
Engine	27
Electrical System	26
Fuel/Propulsion System	18
Wheels	16
Power Train	14
Fuel System, Diesel	10
Back Over Prevention	8
Visibility/Wiper	7

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 4
Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 3
Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer — 2
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Catalytic Convertor — 2
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 1
Fuel System, Diesel › Pre-Heater — 1
Suspension › Front — 1
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 63,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Ford F-250 SD complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Oct 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

Suspension · reported Sep 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…

Electrical System · reported Sep 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".…

Suspension · at 127,000 miles · reported Jul 14, 2026

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle went into the death wobble and started shaking violently. The contact pulled off the roadway and parked the vehicle. The failure was a recurring failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be repaired; however, the failure persisted. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.

Air Bags · reported Jul 2, 2026

A Ford Dealer came on a mobile call the replace the Clock spring in the steering wheel. It was an recall NHTSA # 22V337 ------- Manufactures # 22S35 They replaced it and now nothing works on my steering wheel. Dealer came to pick up my truck and take it to the Dealership. Has not been repaired yet .

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Ford F-250 SD have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Ford F-250 SD: 25V-572 (back over prevention), 22V-337 (air bags), 16V-246 (tires). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Ford F-250 SD?

Owners report steering problems most often (118 reports), followed by suspension (112). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 63,000 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.