How many electrical system complaints does the 2016 Ford F-250 have?

NHTSA lists 26 electrical system complaints for the 2016 Ford F-250, which is about 9% of the 289 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Ford F-250 electrical system?

The data shows no related_recalls tied specifically to this electrical system complaint category, though owners reference a separate airbag-related recall campaign, NHTSA Recall 22V337, in some complaints.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2016 F-250?

The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2016 Ford F-250 is 53,500 miles.

Did the 2016 Ford F-250 electrical issues cause any fires or crashes?

NHTSA data shows one fire and one crash associated with electrical system complaints on the 2016 Ford F-250.

2016 Ford F-250 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 26 electrical system complaints for the 2016 Ford F-250, about 9% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 53,500. One fire and one crash were linked to this component, and no dedicated recall for this issue is on file for this model year.

Electrical System complaints: 26; 9% of 289
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 53,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report wiring inside seats overheating and smoking, in one case leading to a fire that required fire department extinguishing.
Drivers describe the speedometer reading faster than actual speed, confirmed against GPS, alongside a blown tire event.
Some owners report the instrument cluster, radio, and air conditioning cutting off unexpectedly while driving.
Several describe the sync module failing to pair with Bluetooth, followed by broader electrical system unresponsiveness.
Water intrusion into wiring harness pigtails is reported to cause intermittent backup camera and brake light failures.
Owners note dashboard warning lights for the airbag, ESC, and oil change illuminating together, tied to a steering column clock spring recall campaign.

When 2016 Ford F-250 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 29, 2017, latest Sep 10, 2026.

26 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2017 to Sep 2026; peak Mar 2023 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2016 Ford F-250

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by F-250 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20106 (6%)
201119 (5%)
201229 (9%)
20137 (6%)
201411 (7%)
201510 (3%)
201626 (9%)
201757 (5%)
201813 (3%)
201936 (3%)
202030 (11%)
202122 (13%)
202220 (17%)
202313 (30%)
202412 (32%)
20253 (19%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2016 Ford F-250 have?: NHTSA lists 26 electrical system complaints for the 2016 Ford F-250, which is about 9% of the 289 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Ford F-250 electrical system?: The data shows no related_recalls tied specifically to this electrical system complaint category, though owners reference a separate airbag-related recall campaign, NHTSA Recall 22V337, in some complaints.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2016 F-250?: The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2016 Ford F-250 is 53,500 miles.
Did the 2016 Ford F-250 electrical issues cause any fires or crashes?: NHTSA data shows one fire and one crash associated with electrical system complaints on the 2016 Ford F-250.