Ford F-150 Complaints (2016)

2,093 consumer complaints on file.

#11552787October 31, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was discovered that oil was leaking from the vehicle onto the ground. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who determined that the oil pan was faulty and needed to be replaced. The oil pan was replaced but the failure had reoccurred. The contact stated that the oil pan had been replaced on three separate occasions due to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 90,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11552738October 30, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
Front left brake hose burst at 116000 miles. Appears to be a manufacturer defect. There is no evidence of any physical damage. This is happening way too ofter on these vehicle for it not to be a defect. I will be replacing the part this week and will save the old one in case you want to see it. My wife was actively driving the vehicle when it failed but was able to stop the vehicle without damaging anything.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11552438October 28, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY
Driver side door will not close or unlocked by fob or door lock button
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551906October 25, 2023
POWER TRAIN
Vehicle is experiencing delayed shifting and down-shifting at inappropriate times. Rear wheels will occassionally lock-up causingthe truck to slide sideways. Orange wrench light is on and the check engine light as well. It shows the following codes--P0706-00, P0707-00, P1702-00, AND P1921-00.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551649October 24, 2023
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle had lost cam phaser functionality. There was an abnormal rattling sound detected. The check engine warning light flashed on the instrument panel several times. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was repaired under Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03 at 92,000 miles. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551507October 23, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Today 10/23/23 I remote started my f150 and the defrost on the rear window overheated causing the glass to explode and shatter. The wires burnt to the point of smoking out and catching on fire
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551032October 20, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a service appointment. The contact was informed by the dealer that he had heard an unusual whistling sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was diagnosed with a warped manifold and fractured studs on each side of the manifold. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550098October 16, 2023
ENGINE
My exhaust manifold leak occurred in June of 2023. Paid $1650 in costs. At the time. In had 86552 miles in the truck. Only three bolts were replaced. Now, with 123000 miles, I have a new exhaust manifold leak. It appears ford is aware of this problem—they created a new exhaust manifold. It also appears ford originally designed the engine to be much more durable as there are at least three more bolt holes for additional bolts—this would help dissipate the head that causes the heat that causes the warping manifold. As a result of a poor design, the truck could (and does) lose power will traveling on the roadway. This is a well-known problem with the ford 3.5 ecoboost.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550190October 16, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The transmission Lead Frame has failed. This is the same problem we had with our 2013 F150 under campaign number 19N01. This is a common problem with the ford transmission that continues to occur. Ford should be made to support this issue since it can lead to severe accidents if the transmission was to lock up or shift to a lower gear abruptly while in motion.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549474October 11, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle independently shifted gears. The contact stated that the gears independently shifted from any gear to neutral. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with lead frame failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 136,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549249October 10, 2023
WHEELS
The lug nuts on all four wheels needed to be replaced because of swelling. This was determined by Evergreen Ford when I brought the truck in for oil change and tire rotation, etc. If this was not found it could have been a huge safety risk for the occupants in the truck and for others. A wheel very likely could have come off causing sever injury or death. If Evergreen Ford did not notice the problem I could heave been driving with faulty lug nuts. I did replace all the lug nuts at the Ford dealership. I am very surprised that Ford Motor Company did not issue a recall on this hazardous condition sooner, that knowing very well for several years, that this issue existed. I spent $82.32 + tax that Ford should have taken care of thru a recall. Most importantly I hope that no one gets injured or dies because of the faulty part which Ford Motor should have taken care of a long time ago.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11548891October 8, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, STEERING
I was driving at 75 mph on the freeway when suddenly I lost acceleration and the ability to accelerate. There was a message "Hill Descent Control". I did not have time to see if it said error or failure. Then "Check Manual". I was very lucky to get 3 lanes over to get off to the side of the road without being rear ended. I turned the vehicle off in order to regain my composure, then back on with no warning messages. I drove home slower.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11548619October 6, 2023
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the tailgate opened independently and damaged the rear taillights. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V652000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages), and the VIN was included, but the repair had already been completed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 95,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11548736October 6, 2023
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving into a parking area, the vehicle lost all electrical and motive power. The contact was able to coast into the parking area, where the vehicle failed to restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the cam phasers. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to Customer Satisfaction Program 21N03. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 42,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11548245October 4, 2023
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the sunroof was stuck and would not close as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the guides and rails needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: 21-2292. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 53,018.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11547927October 3, 2023
ENGINE
Engine failue. Yet another 2.7l V6 ecoboost that blew up. Known engine failure/design from Ford you are already investigating. Ford refused to cover new engine replacement cost (EVEN WHILE UNDER WARRANTY!). $10,000 out of pocket expense.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11547976October 3, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 80 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently shifted into an unintended gear and the vehicle jerked. The contact then stated that the service warning light illuminated and then disabled other undisclosed functions on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and produced code: P0705 due to the transmission range sensor circuit malfunctioning. The contact was informed that the transmission range sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11548101October 3, 2023
ENGINE
I'm writing regarding an issue I had with my 2016 Ford F150 with the 2.7L Ecoboost engine and a recent article I read regarding a NHSTA investigation into the 2021-2022 model year 2.7L engines ( [XXX] ). In October of 2022, the engine in my truck cut off on the highway and would not restart. The Ford Dealership said it needed a completely new engine due to a valve problem. It is the same problem described in the article. The engine failed with only 45,000 miles on it but was already out of warranty. It took over 7 months for Ford to replace the engine and cost me thousands of dollars (Ford case # [XXX]). Ford did next to nothing in helping me...no rental assistance and no loaner. I am writing to request the investigation expand to cover the 2016 model year as there were numerous articles discussing the same problem in earlier model years. It is the same problem I encountered and now fear will happen again with the 2nd engine I had to purchase. I have saved all of the interactions I had with Ford as well as the repair invoices and would be happy to share or answer any questions you may have. 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
#11547756October 2, 2023
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
2016 FORD F150 WITH 55,000 MILES.STARTED DRIVING VEHICLE, ENGINE RPM DROPPED, ENGINE MISSING AND SHAKING. NO THROTTLE RESPONSE. VEHICLE JUST IDLED HORRIBLY. DASH HAD LARGE WRENCH SYMBOL AND AN "ACCUTRAC SERVICE NEEDED" WARNING. i TURNED OFF IGNITION, RESTARTED VEHICLE. SAME RESULTS. I DID THIS 4-5 MORE TIMES. LAST TIME VEHICLE IDLED OKAY AND ACCELERATED. DROVE THE VEHICLE 60 MILES HOME WITH NO THER ISSUES. CHECKED WITH AN OBD-II DIAGNOSTICS AND GAVE 2 CODES: P2111 THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM-STUCK OPEN AND P2112 THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL SYSTEM-STUCK CLOSED. NOW, NOW WARNING LIGHT OR ANY INDICATION OF PROBLEM ON DASH. NO WARNING LAMPS PRIOR TO PROBLEM. SAFETY WAS AT RISK BECAUSE WITHOUT WARNING, PULLING OUT INTO HEAVY TRAFFIC AND LOSING THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE WITH TRAFFIC COULD CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. LOOKING THIS PROBLEM UP IN AN ONLINE FORD F150 FORUM INDICATES THIS IS A FAIRLY COMMON PROBLEM. WHY HAS THERE BEEN NO RECALL FOR THIS POTENTIALLY DEADLY ENGINE FAILURE CIRCUMSTANCE?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11547170September 28, 2023
WHEELS
Dealer says multiple lug nuts are swollen and need replaced for safety’s sake.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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