2016 Ford F-150 Brakes Problems
Brakes account for 354 complaints on the 2016 Ford F-150, 17% of all complaints for the year, with 25 crashes and 18 injuries reported. Two related recalls (22V150000 and 20V332000) cover brake master cylinder fluid leaks tied to the 3.5L Ecoboost engine.
- Brakes complaints
- 354
- 17% of 2,053
- Crashes reported
- 25
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 18
- Median mileage
- 35,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners describe the brake pedal traveling to the floor with no resistance and the truck failing to stop, sometimes ending in a collision with a guardrail, pole, or wall.
- Several reports describe sudden brake failure while braking for slowing or stopped traffic ahead, leading to rear-end crashes.
- Some owners tie the failure to the recalled brake master cylinder leaking fluid into the brake booster, especially on Ecoboost-equipped trucks.
- A few complaints mention the truck rolling or lurching unexpectedly at low speed, such as while backing into a parking spot, before the brakes failed to catch.
- One owner reported that after a recall notice was issued, the replacement part was unavailable, and a crash occurred before the repair could be completed.
When 2016 Ford F-150 brake complaints were filed
First complaint Mar 31, 2016, latest Sep 22, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2016 Ford F-150
- NHTSA 22V150000Mar 11, 2022Brakes195,864 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Risk: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.
- NHTSA 20V332000Jun 8, 2020Brakes292,311 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.
Risk: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on June 30, 2020. The recall began on October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S31.
Brakes complaints by F-150 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2016 Ford F-150 have?
- NHTSA lists 354 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Ford F-150, which is 17% of the 2,053 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2016 Ford F-150?
- Yes. Recall 22V150000 and recall 20V332000 both cover a brake master cylinder that may leak fluid, affecting 2016-2018 F-150 trucks with the 3.5L Ecoboost engine.
- At what mileage do brake problems usually show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 35,000 miles at the time of brake failure for the 2016 F-150.
- Did the brake problems cause crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA complaint data links the brake issues to 25 crashes and 18 injuries on the 2016 Ford F-150.