2016 Ford F-350 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems
NHTSA has 89 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2016 Ford F-350, 43% of all 208 complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 45,000. A related recall (16V246000) covers defective tires installed at assembly in April 2016.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
- 89
- 43% of 208
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 45,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical suspension symptoms owners report
- Owners report a violent steering wheel shake or 'death wobble' that starts around highway speeds near 60-65 mph, often triggered by hitting a bump or rough pavement.
- Some describe the entire truck bouncing and oscillating so badly that they must slow to near a stop, sometimes under 10 mph, to regain control.
- Tire tread and sidewall failures are reported, including a rear tire blowout at 40 mph on a truck not covered by the tire recall.
- Owners installing aftermarket tires and wheels report persistent TPMS malfunctions along with rough ride and pulling to one side.
- Several complaints mention brake dust embedding into the wheel finish, with dealers declining warranty coverage for the discoloration.
When 2016 Ford F-350 suspension complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 24, 2016, latest Jul 15, 2025.
Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2016 Ford F-350
- NHTSA 16V246000Apr 26, 2016Suspension, Wheels & Tires2,288 vehicles
Tires:sidewall
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.
Remedy: 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.
Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by F-350 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many suspension, wheels and tire complaints does NHTSA list for the 2016 Ford F-350?
- NHTSA lists 89 complaints in this area for the 2016 F-350, which is 43% of the 208 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2016 Ford F-350 tires or suspension?
- Yes. Recall 16V246000, reported April 26, 2016, covers tires installed on certain 2016 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks built between April 5 and April 11, 2016, that may have been damaged during assembly.
- At what mileage do these suspension and tire problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 45,000 miles for suspension, wheels and tire complaints on this model year.
- Did the steering shake or tire issues cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records no crashes, fires, or injuries tied to these complaints for the 2016 F-350.