Ford F-150 Complaints (2016)

2,093 consumer complaints on file.

#11753482July 29, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted, with the power train warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was driving rough and the transmission was shifting hard. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that parts were unavailable to repair the vehicle. The contact was informed that there was an open recall on the vehicle; however, there was no notification that the vehicle should not be driven. The contact was advised that the vehicle could be driven until the parts became available. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to repair the vehicle was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a PCM failure. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact was informed that the age and mileage of the vehicle exceeded the coverage limitation. The failure mileage was approximately 148,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11753628July 29, 2026
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
I was driving on the highway speed limit 65, and all of the sudden it down shifted to first gear, jerking the truck almost to a complete stop, very scary and unsafe. I pulled over to recoup myself . It is now happening more frequently, wrench light on the dash . Not sure what I need to do , my truck is my life support for me and my family! Help me please! Thank you,
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11753253July 28, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 - 45 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted with the wrench warning light illuminated, with the number 6 displayed. The vehicle was coasted into a nearby parking lot, and the contact waited for her husband, who was able to get the vehicle to the dealer. However, the vehicle failed to exceed 35 MPH. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a powertrain control module failure. The vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train). The dealer informed the contact that the recall repair would be completed. After retrieving the vehicle, the warning light illuminated approximately 20 minutes later. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, who diagnosed that the lead frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was informed of the issue and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11752993July 27, 2026
POWER TRAIN
I have a problem with my truck with the Molded Lead Frame. It is shifting erratically and not shifting below 3rd gear. I has an open recall for it, 26N04, but Ford won't perform the service because they are not getting the correct code from the computer system. So I am now forced to drive this truck in this unsafe condition until I get the correct codes.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11752578July 24, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and while the vehicle was idling, the transmission suddenly disengaged. The accelerator pedal was released for a while, then the contact attempted to engage the transmission to accelerate. The vehicle failed to accelerate intermittently and then suddenly accelerated. The contact became aware that the message “Service Vehicle”, and the wrench symbol were temporarily illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train), and the powertrain control module software was updated. The contact stated that, immediately after the software was updated, the failure persisted and became more persistent. The contact stated that the warning lights became illuminated again. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, and a week later the dealer diagnosed the vehicle with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11752404July 23, 2026
POWER TRAIN
I own a 2016 Ford F-150 involved in Safety Recall 26S28. The vehicle suffered an unexpected downshift and also temporarily locked into 5th gear. The dealership confirmed the transmission lead frame failed. Ford is denying coverage because the failure registered as code P0717 (Input Sensor) instead of an Output Sensor code, even though both sensors are manufactured as a single, un-severable piece on the exact same recalled lead frame part. Beacuse my sensor that is housed within the exact same lead frame broke down, instead of other sensors, Ford is denying to cover the cost. The issue is that the lead frames are place in a location that they get very hot and can become brittle over time. Causing any wire or sensor housed within it to become under extreme stress and potentially fail. I dont understnad how Ford can say some sensors inside the lead frame are covered but others inside the very same part are not. My truck is currently in the dealership and the technician has informed me that this lead frame part is bad. I did have the wrench light illuminate in my truck and the PO717 trouble code was present. Because an abrupt downship can occur, this is a safety risk with known reported injuries already reported via the recal. Recall #26S28 Case # with Ford Motor COmpany is CXH-08688952
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11752526July 23, 2026
POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE
Vehicle suddenly seemed to shift while driving causing a loud sound, jerk and caused a loss of control suddenly.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11752223July 22, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced unexpected transmission downshifts, which required the driver to pull over to the side of the road. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the molded leadframe was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to a transmission specialist, where the transmission was rebuilt. The contact stated that while driving after the repair, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was towed to the transmission specialist, where an unknown repair was performed; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the transmission specialist, where the molded leadframe was replaced, but the failure persisted. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the powertrain control module (PCM) software update was completed; however, the failure recurred the same day. The driver pulled over, turned off and restarted the vehicle, and resumed driving. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the molded leadframe needed to be replaced; however, the contact informed the dealer that the molded leadframe was replaced twice in the previous three months, but the failure persisted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure prior to the recall repair, and a case was filed. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 199,325.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11751575July 20, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from fifth gear to a lower gear. Additionally, the contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle remained stuck in fifth gear, requiring the driver to shift into park(P) until the vehicle responded as intended. The check engine and powertrain warning lights illuminated. The driver was then able to resume driving. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the powertrain control module software update was completed; however, the molded leadframe was not replaced. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving two days later. The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to return the vehicle for verification that the software update was successfully completed, and the contact was informed that any additional repairs would be at the owner's expense. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 179,100.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11751675July 20, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The back-up camera went out. I see a recall for some Ford F150 cameras that have the same issue I have on my 2016 F150. Why did they not include other years in the recall?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11751114July 17, 2026
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH on three occasions, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear and the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH. The vehicle became uncontrollable momentarily; however, the contact was able to regain control of the vehicle. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The powertrain service warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the transmission lead frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a ticket was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 182,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11751152July 17, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Transmission downshifted rapidly. Wrench came on and then the transmission quit.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750772July 16, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, after the recall repair, the vehicle made abnormal grinding sounds and went into LIMP Mode before shifting to second gear while driving. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 186,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750902July 16, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I have had issues with my door locks one by one for the last year until now all of them have failed and no longer work. I have mentioned this issue multiple times at Bob Tomes Ford in McKinney Texas the last few times and got prices for the repair but it is a bit pricey. Recently I have just found out that Ford had campaign 20M04 to address these bad door lock actuator latches but the car has to be under 10 years old and under 150,000 miles. This service I am currently at the service department finally mentioned it to me and advised that I am out of the free repair window as I am now just over the 10 years and mileage and it will now be $2,400 dollars to repair this. I never received any kind of mailing announcing this recall campaign or was never told about it the numerous times I have been into the dealer in the past to bring my vehicle in for basic maintenance like I am usually told about other recalls. My very last trip here I was under the covered time period and nothing was said to me after I mentioned the door locks starting to go bad. I feel Ford and this dealership Bob Tomes Ford is deliberatly not telling customers about this so they do not have to repair it until the consumer will have to pay for the fix. This is incredible deceitful on Ford and the dealerships part and I feel that something should be done about this
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749256July 9, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would independently upshift or downshift while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The message "See manual" was displayed. In addition, the contact performed a diagnostic scan with an OBD2 scanner and retrieved diagnostic trouble code: P0732. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 158,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749398July 9, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES
On July 6th, I was in my 2016 Ford F-150 at a stoplight after driving 200 miles in mountainous roads when my brake pedal got soft and went to the floor. I immediately shifted into neutral and waited for the light to turn so I could ease into a parking lot. Once parked, I noticed fluid on the ground and on the inside of my front passenger tire. I called for a tow and had it sent to a local repair shop. The repair shop told me that the right front brake line failed causing loss of brake fluid. The cost of the repair was $495.00. When I called the local Ford dealership they told me that they could schedule me for July 31, 2026. I had the local repair shop do the repair. I did not have a brake fluid warning light come on while I was in the truck. My truck has 95,262 miles on it at the time of this incident.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749081July 8, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to complete the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated while downshifting, the power train warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended until it built up speed. The local dealer was contacted but was unable to repair the vehicle because the remedy was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 146,500.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11749228July 8, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Moon roof has been malfunctioning since 2019. I’ve had it repaired several times while under warranty. The track does not work properly and the roof does not open.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11747960July 2, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owned a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH on the freeway, another vehicle driver pulled beside the contact on the front passenger’s side of the vehicle, and informed the contact that there was smoke coming from the vehicle, and the contact became aware of smoke coming from the rear passenger’s side seats. No warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road, turned off, and then exited the vehicle. The contact became aware of the smoke and poured water between the seats of the vehicle, opened the rear passenger’s side door, pulled the rear passenger down, and noticed flames were coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact sustained minor burns to the left and right hands. Medical attention was not needed. The contact called the emergency services, but a police report was not filed. The contact immediately extinguished the fire. The Fire Department arrived on the scene, folded the driver’s side passenger seat down, and detached the electrical wiring component that was attached to the rear passenger’s side seat. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. The vehicle was towed to a dealer but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11747967July 2, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the contact attempted to accelerate, but the transmission seized in second gear. Additionally, while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle suddenly downshifted to second gear, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode, with an orange wrench warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 210,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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