2016 Ford E-150 Problems & Complaints

Better than average52% fewer complaints than a typical year of the E-150 at the same age

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2016 Ford E-150 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 52% fewer than a typical E-150 model year at the same age, making the 2016 one of the better E-150 years. The most reported problem area is the brakes (3 complaints, typically around 4,000 miles). One recall covers this model year.

8complaints
1recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2016 Ford E-150 problems

  • Brakes~4,000 miles
    338%
  • Steering~7,000 miles
    225%
  • Other / not specified~0 miles
    225%
  • Seats~7,000 miles
    113%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~7,000 miles
    113%
  • Electrical system~0 miles
    113%
  • Lights~160,000 miles
    113%

Share of the 8 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Ford E-150 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Ford E-150. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best E-150 years: 2009, 2014, 2015. Years to avoid: 2001, 1997, 1999, 1995, 1996. Compare all years →

2016 Ford E-150 recalls (1)

Equipment adaptive/mobility

NHTSA recall 19V-271 · Apr 3, 2019 · 4 vehicles

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.

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.

What 2016 Ford E-150 owners say

Brakes

Driving on santa fe blvd in denver co. Was coming to a red light, pressed the brakes and they went to the floor, swerved into next lane with cars further away, and avoided a crash as the light changed.. This is a very heavy traffic area and I am lucky to not have caused a accident involving several cars.. Lawsuit appropriate !

11,000 miles · Dec 2016

1. Vehicle clunk and lurch forward right before it reaches complete stop. 2. With fully aligned wheels, the steering wheel can not be centered when going straight. Vehicle wanders on perfectly leveled road.

2,000 miles · Mar 2017

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2016 Ford E-150 a good car?

Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 E-150 rates better than average: 52% fewer complaints than a typical year of the E-150 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Ford E-150?

The brakes — 3 complaints, 38% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the steering (2) and seats (1).

How many recalls does the 2016 Ford E-150 have?

There is 1 recall for the 2016 Ford E-150, the most recent from April 3, 2019 (equipment adaptive/mobility). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Ford E-150?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2009, 2014 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2001, 1997, 1999, 1995 and 1996. See the full Ford E-150 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2016 Ford E-150 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 7,000 miles; 86% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.