2016 Ford E-150 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
38/100
#6 most-complained of 9 E-150 years
The 2016 Ford E-150 has 8 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and a complaint index of 38, ranking 6th among 9 model years and earning a "Good" verdict relative to other E-150 years. Brakes were the top problem area, with 38% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2016 Ford E-150 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes3 (38%)
- Electrical System2 (25%)
- Other2 (25%)
- Steering2 (25%)
- Fuel System1 (13%)
- Structure & Body1 (13%)
What owners report
- Steering wheel and driver seat vibrate at certain speeds without a diagnosed cause.
- Brakes feel spongy or go to the floor with delayed response, in one case forcing a swerve to avoid a crash.
- Electronic throttle body failure caused sudden loss of power and required towing, with owners noting parts backorders.
- Dashboard electronics reset unexpectedly, disrupting radio, clock, and dimming controls, requiring repeated dealer visits.
- Vehicle clunks and lurches forward near a complete stop, with the steering wheel not centering on straight roads.
2016 Ford E-150 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 19V271000Apr 3, 2019Other4 vehicles
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ford E-150 and Transit vans modified to be equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheel chair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.
Risk: If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Mobility Specialists, working with Ricon, has notified the owners. Ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
2016 compared with other E-150 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2016 Ford E-150 reliable?
- Relative to other E-150 model years, the 2016 ranks 6th out of 9 with a complaint index of 38 and a "Good" verdict. It has fewer complaints than the 2010, 2011, and 2013 model years.
- What problems does the 2016 Ford E-150 have?
- NHTSA lists 8 complaints, with brakes as the top problem area at 38% of complaints, followed by electrical system and steering issues at 25% each.
- Does the 2016 Ford E-150 have a recall?
- Yes, one recall (campaign 19V271000) affecting 2016 E-150 vans modified with Ricon wheelchair lifts, related to lift positioning input. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
- At what mileage do brake problems show up in the 2016 E-150?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage of 4,400 miles for brake-related complaints on the 2016 E-150.
- Should I avoid the 2016 Ford E-150?
- No. Among E-150 model years, 2016 has a "Good" verdict with a complaint index of 38, well below the 2010 (100) and 2011 (75) model years marked "Avoid."