How common are electrical problems on the 2016 Ford Flex?

NHTSA lists 23 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Flex, which is 23% of the 98 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Ford Flex backup camera or electrical system?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the 2016 Flex Electrical System complaints, even though several owners describe backup camera failures similar to recalls issued for other Ford model years.

At what mileage do 2016 Ford Flex electrical problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure across these Electrical System complaints is 108,327 miles.

Did the 2016 Ford Flex electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows one crash and zero fires linked to the 23 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Flex.

What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2016 Ford Flex?

The most frequently described issue is a malfunctioning backup camera that goes blue, black, upside down, or intermittently unavailable, based on the sample complaints in NHTSA's database.

2016 Ford Flex Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 23 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Ford Flex, 23% of its 98 total complaints for the year. No related recall is listed. One complaint involved a crash; median mileage at failure is 108,327.

Electrical System complaints: 23; 23% of 98
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 108,328 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Backup camera turns blue, black, or shows an upside-down image with a 'camera not available' warning that does not clear while driving.
Backup camera works intermittently in reverse, flickering off and on or failing to switch the touchscreen to the camera view.
Door ajar warning light and chime activate with all doors fully closed, sometimes paired with interior lights staying on and battery drain.
APIM (SYNC control unit) stops working, disabling hands-free phone, USB, aux input, and shutting off windshield defrost airflow.
Vehicle jerks and loses acceleration on the highway with an error code pointing to the power steering control module.
A 'Transmission Not In Park' warning appears alongside a 'Door Ajar' message while the vehicle is moving, despite doors being closed.

When 2016 Ford Flex electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 26, 2018, latest Aug 15, 2026.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2018 to Aug 2026; peak Sep 2025 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2016 Ford Flex

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Flex model year

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

200932 (18%)
201014 (10%)
20119 (6%)
201210 (16%)
2013210 (36%)
201457 (23%)
201513 (12%)
201623 (23%)
20173 (7%)
201812 (18%)
201922 (9%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2016 Ford Flex?: NHTSA lists 23 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Flex, which is 23% of the 98 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Ford Flex backup camera or electrical system?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the 2016 Flex Electrical System complaints, even though several owners describe backup camera failures similar to recalls issued for other Ford model years.
At what mileage do 2016 Ford Flex electrical problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure across these Electrical System complaints is 108,327 miles.
Did the 2016 Ford Flex electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows one crash and zero fires linked to the 23 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Flex.
What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2016 Ford Flex?: The most frequently described issue is a malfunctioning backup camera that goes blue, black, upside down, or intermittently unavailable, based on the sample complaints in NHTSA's database.