Ford F-150 Complaints (2016)

2,093 consumer complaints on file.

#11659606May 7, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
The door latches on some of the f150s, including mine, freeze under certain weather conditions. This presents the latches from opening. This can trap an individual inside in an emergency situation, or prevent someone from opening the door external to remove or address babies and children, which is an issue I experienced. Ford is aware of the problem, but will not repair unless the issue is replicated in an unrealistic environment. This leaves many owners at risk of a dangerous situation should the issue occur in a non-controlled environment. The inverse issue can also occur, where the door latches does not close properly and can cause the door to open during driving, and this has also been experienced. There are no warnings of the problem ahead of time.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11659217May 6, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Transmission Lead Frame Failed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658746May 4, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Seems like it doesn’t know what gear to be in. At a stop it’s in high gear then slams into low gear then check engine light
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658641May 3, 2025
POWER TRAIN
My truck while driving will downshift into 1st gear. There are no warnings before hand. This puts me and other drivers in harms way. This has happened 4-5 times previously and then it has happened 2 this past week. When it happens my truck just stops and because my foot is on the gas the engine will rev until I put my foot on the brake. I have been very fortunate that no one has rear ended me. I do have an appt with my Ford Dealership for this coming Tuesday. At this point I’m afraid to drive it until this matter has been taken care of. I have read where there was a recall on the 2014 F150 for the same thing. I’m not sure what else you need from me at this time. Also it usually happens when I driving between 40-50mph, but this last time I was going 35mph.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658695May 3, 2025
ENGINE
Truck randomly downshifted while going high speed, causing tires to lock up.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658363May 2, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Transmission has torque converter shudder
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658532May 2, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Rear camera image becomes distorted or inoperable during reversing. Discovered recent a recall covers many similar vehicles however not my specific vehicle despite having the same issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658079May 1, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The transmission down shift at high speeds
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658283May 1, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact used a handheld diagnostic machine and retrieved a code indicating a failure with the catalytic convertor. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. In addition, the contact became aware of an unknown recall repair for the powertrain control module software was reprogrammed. The contact had experienced the failure several times. The contact stated the failure reoccurred 30,000 miles after each software reprogramming. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656930April 26, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Vehicle will down shift while traveling at hi way speed. It will almost make you skid.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656903April 25, 2025
SUSPENSION
Dangerous hop that I was experiencing and would happen on a straight away going down the interstate. I did not have to be hitting a corner for the back end to hop sideways on me. It also would happen going around a slight corner. So pretty much, it happened no matter what when Id hit bumps at higher speeds. But it most definitely was a dangerous scenario for my truck and Ford should not take that lightly. But the chances of them coming up with a fix anytime soon is not likely. The shocks they come up with still do not do as good of job in front or the rear. Complete loss of the vehicle going around of the vehicle, which feels as its fishtailing or hitting black ice. I have replaced the original shocks hoping it would help, and new struts did not solve my problem. The only alternative is to purchase expensive suspension all together. The dealer should be made accountable for providing poor quality suspension which can result in the serios vehicle accident if the driver loses control.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656812April 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
I have had the torque converter replaced/repaired due to a failing torques converter that caused a "rumble strip" sensation while driving and also have had to have both front and rear differentials repaired due to failed bearings. The truck has also exhibited a "groaning" sound when idling in a parking lot, or coming to a stop that dealership could never determine what cause was. I have also had a indicator light flash in my dash indicating a failed Traction Control Device, which never appeared in any diagnostics. I believe these items can also contribute to the issue at hand in the investigation of PE25002. This has happened multiple times, but I first noticed July 2021.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656257April 23, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The failure caused the RPM to become elevated, and the exhaust fan activated without the engine overheating. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off and restart the vehicle to reset the system. The “WRENCH” and the message to “See Owner’s Manual” was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact used a personal diagnostic computer and retrieved DTC: P0715; for a failure of the input shaft speed sensor inside the transmission. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656448April 23, 2025
POWER TRAIN
I Was Highway Driving this afternoon so speed was about 65mph with Cruise Control On, and suddenly the truck downshifted through the gears like it went into low gear and almost lost control of the Vehicle but was able to safely pull over to the side of the road. Warning light came on as this happened that looked like a wrench(never seen before). Talked to my mechanic right away and confirmed the code that triggered the “Wrench”icon and showed 'bad lead frame in the transmission’… I have never had such an experience with a vehicle ( other then that something severely breakdown because of broken part or flat) to cause such an unsafe situation and thus reason for making this my first ever Report to the NHTSA. So hopefully gets documented and seen by the proper authority’s to remedy this before someone could easily have lost control and been severely injured. After doing just a little checking on this it appears that Ford has had several issue like this with recall’s to earlier year models :-( …. thank you [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656011April 22, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Driving 45mph vehicle down shifted. This has happened twice in the last two weeks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656014April 22, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
Front passenger door failed to latch properly. The door will not close when pushed shut. Door is available for inspection upon request. Multiple family members ride in the front passenger seat and this door failing to close and latch properly does cause a serious concern for their safety. I avoid putting any passenger in the front passenger seat because it's is completely random if the door will latch and shut or if it will pop open while driving. Problem was reproduced and confirmed by local dealership but disputed by them. Vehicle has not be inspected by manufacturer, police or insurance. There was no warning lamps or messages of the problem prior to the failure. The only message is that the passenger door is open which is a typical message when any door is opened when entering and exiting the vehicle. It is not a warning. Just a reminder. Doors shutting, latching and locking properly are a major safety concern that no vehicle owner should have to stress over. I cannot safely put my family in this truck knowing that at any moment the door will not latch or that it will open as we drive down the road.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656094April 22, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while at a red light the vehicle failed to move forward. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a transmission repair facility where it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656110April 22, 2025
POWER TRAIN
To whom it may concern. The vehicle down shifts from a much higher gear to a lower gear which causes a violent slow down and high revs of the engine. This is happening much more frequently and is dangerous because of the rapid deceleration. The reason I think it is downshifting is the RPM's spike and the gear selector flashes when the episode happens. My VIN Number is [XXX] . I have taken the vehicle in a few times to my local Ford Dealer. Hall Ford Elizabeth City NC. They tell me there is nothing more they can do until Ford gives them direction. I had another service appointment today and I pushed Hall Ford Elizabeth City NC to do another inspection and they did see a code which they say they reset but did not know if it was what caused our issue. The code P1921 (Range Sensor) which if defective some sources say it could cause the transmission to have issues understanding what gear to go to. I need some help Please let me know what I can do, short of parking it, or driving it and have it have a serious episode. -- INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656139April 22, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2016 f150 3.5L eco boost V-6 was purchased recently from used dealership. Upon taking possession the vehicle would shut down while driving. I would need to get to the shoulder of road, put truck in park, turn off vehicle and then restart. It’s happened 20 times in last 30 days. I’ve taken to dealership 5x and they are unable to resolve, diagnose or offer any help. Online, many other owners have noted same issue. Doing 65 on fwy and truck suddenly dies is big deal! Ford does nothing. Error message on dash says something about stability track. When restarting engine, it turns over many times as if flooded but then starts.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11655752April 21, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated when the vehicle was started, the vehicle idled rough, with an abnormal chattering sound from the engine compartment. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was losing power and was no longer able to tow the RV. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the exhaust manifold was cracked and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred, and the vehicle was taken back to the same dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the replacement exhaust manifold was cracked. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that recently the failure reoccurred, and the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the exhaust manifold was cracked. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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