“Death wobble front shocks, steering dampner and new michelin tires have been installed vehicle will shake violently and have to bring speed down to get back under control.”
Owner complaint, filed Sep 1, 2025
“While driving, when bumps are ran over sudden violent shaking of front end and steering wheel occur. Steering stabilizer and worn front rt 4 wheel drive universal joint replaced with problem continuing to occur.”
Owner complaint, filed May 31, 2025
Complaints and recalls over time
By year of filing
All complaintsAbout the steeringRecall (red: the steering)NHTSA investigation opened
Complaints about the 2016 F-250 SD peaked in 2023, with 59 filed that year. No recall on file covers the steering, the subject of 31% of the complaints. In 2026 owners filed 15 so far.
4 safety recalls
Part 573 reports
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera25V572000
Filed Sep 3, 20251,456,417 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette22V337000
Filed May 13, 2022310,203 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Dust may accumulate in the steering wheel clock spring, causing a disconnection in the electrical connection resulting in the driver's air bag not deploying as intended.
Risk. A disconnected driver's air bag can result in it not deploying, as intended, during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the steering wheel clock spring, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. An interim notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on July 6, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S35.
Filed Dec 9, 2020102 vehiclesIcon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC
Defect. Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.
Risk. If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
Filed Apr 26, 20162,288 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured April 5, 2016, to April 11, 2016. The tires installed during assembly of the affected vehicles may have sustained damage to the inner sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air or a tire rupture.
Risk. A rapid loss of air or a tire rupture while the vehicle is being driven may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires for damage and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S17.
All 4 campaigns on file, newest first.
NHTSA investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
Before a recall there is often an investigation: NHTSA opens one when complaints or manufacturer data point to a safety defect. One names the 2016 F-250 SD.
The Office of Defect Investigations (ODI) has received 27 complaints alleging diesel fuel leaks due to a fracture in the secondary fuel filter housing in model year (MY) 2015-2021 Ford Motor Company (Ford) F-250, 350, 450, and 550 Super Duty vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. Of these complaints, 12 describe an engine compartment fire. The proximity of the secondary fuel filter to high heat sources creates a potential for autoignition thermal events and fires. ODI has contacted the vehicle manufacturer, Ford, and the filter manufacturer, Allevard Sogefi USA (Sogefi), and learned that …
Technical service bulletins
124 on file
Repair instructions the manufacturer sent its dealers for the 2016 F-250 SD. Not recalls: the fix is usually free only while the car is under warranty.
engine 37electrical system 30transmission 18equipment 16fuel system 6body and frame 4visibility 3steering 2
25N15 S1Service campaignApr 20, 2026unknown or other
Customer Satisfaction Program 25N15 - Supplement #1 Certain 2015-2019 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Inspection For One-Time Replacement
21M01Service campaignJan 11, 2022engine
Customer Satisfaction Program 21M01 Certain 2013-2016 Model Year F-250-F-550 Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Diesel Engine - Reductant Heater and Sender Assembly Repair
Certain 2015 through 2016 Model Year Super Duty and 2016 through 2019 Medium Duty with 6.7L Diesel Engine; Diesel Particulate Filter Warranty Extension with Diagnostic Trouble Code P2002 REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT Claim Preparation and Submission: Updated Customer Concern Code. Owner Notification Mailing Schedule: Owner Mailing date revised.
20M06-S1Warranty extensionSep 17, 2021engine
Certain 2015 through 2016 Model Year Super Duty and 2016 through 2019 Medium Duty with 6.7L Diesel Engine Diesel Particulate Filter Warranty Extension with Diagnostic Trouble Code P2002
2024 F-Super Duty vehicles are equipped with XL-22 (WSS-M2C184-A1) high temperature power steering fluid that looks like clear hydraulic fluid. This fluid is an improvement in high temperature and thermal oxidative stability compared to Mercon LV. This power steering fluid is also compatible and highly recommended to use when filling or topping off power …
This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly may cause a perceptible increase in steering effort.
What owners reported
Newest filings
Fuel/Propulsion SystemFire
Filed Oct 25, 2026TX
Fuel leak from plastic fuel filter housing caused fire
Engine
Filed Oct 3, 2026FL
Failure of Bosch CP4 fuel pump causing me to be stranded on the side of the road. No recalls currently issued and cannot afford a $15,000 fix
Suspension
Filed Sep 23, 2026FL
I was driving my truck on a highway in [XXX]. I was going 70 MPH when we crossed over a bridge. The pavement was lower than the bridge cement. that cause the truck to have a slight bump when crossing over it. That cause the entire truck to begin a violent shaking (death wobble). it was very hard to control the truck. I had to step on the brakes very hard to slow down almost completely on the highway to stop the shaking. all the other traffic was trying to avoid my truck. fortunately no accidents occurred. I've spent $4000. dollars to try to fix the problem. Every time the Ford dealership says there is nothing else they can do. How long is it going to take for you to force Ford to fix or Lemon law these trucks? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Electrical System
Filed Sep 10, 2026ME
My 2016 Ford F250 was flagged under safety recall notice 25S89, NHTSA recall 25V572 for the issue of where the backup camera could display a blank/distorted image, or message that the rear view camera is unavailable. The camera on my F250 has not completely failed, but has exhibited the known issues mentioned in the recall intermittently. I received the recall notice from Ford and brought my F250 to Wiscasset Ford for a scheduled appointment on 5/9/2026 to address. Wiscasset Ford did not repair my camera or replace any parts based on what they claimed was "a lack of recall codes were present". The dealership afterward must have entered in the database that they have addressed the recall as my VIN now shows no open recalls on it, despite the fact they didn't replace/repair anything. I received a letter from Ford referring to "Customer Satisfaction Program 25N15" stating not to return to the dealer for this repair "UNLESS" if the rear view camera displays a blank or distorted image. On 8/10/2026, my truck exhibited the distorted image/"camera not available" message again on an occasion in reverse. I took photos/video as proof. I once again made an appointment for 9/10/2026 at 8:15AM to address the issue. Upon arrival and explaining the reason for my service appt. to the advisor, I was asked if I was willing to pay for the diagnostic to be done on my F250. I stated no as my issue was based on a known recall and I showed my photos/video of the failure as proof. The advisor excuse
Steering
Filed Jul 23, 2026IN
Death wobble at highway speeds
Suspension
Filed Jul 14, 2026127,000 milesFL
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle went into the death wobble and started shaking violently. The contact pulled off the roadway and parked the vehicle. The failure was a recurring failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be repaired; however, the failure persisted. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.
Air Bags
Filed Jul 2, 2026NC
A Ford Dealer came on a mobile call the replace the Clock spring in the steering wheel. It was an recall NHTSA # 22V337 ------- Manufactures # 22S35 They replaced it and now nothing works on my steering wheel. Dealer came to pick up my truck and take it to the Dealership. Has not been repaired yet .
Unknown or Other
Filed Apr 28, 2026MI
MY TRANSMISSION IS DOWNSHIFTING WHILE EXCELERATING BUT IS NOT SHOWING UP ON A RECALL LIST
Back Over Prevention
Filed Apr 6, 2026150,000 milesAR
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the rear-view camera intermittently functioned properly but recently started displaying a blue screen. The local dealer was contacted starting in December 2025, but the contact was informed that parts for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention) recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
Engine
Filed Mar 27, 2026AR
On September 3, 2023, the fuel pump failed while the truck was in the corner of an on-ramp for an interstate. The truck immediately lost power while in the corner causing a loss of control of steering. This resulted in a near collision with a concrete dividing wall while attempting to maintain control of the vehicle until the vehicle came to a stop. There were no warnings, check engine lights, or other issues with the truck prior to the incident. The truck was inspected by a diesel repair company where it was determined that the Bosch CP4 fuel pump failed resulting in a catastrophic fuel system failure with metal shavings contaminating the complete fuel system. This required a complete fuel system replacement.
Exterior Lighting
Filed Mar 22, 2026GA
Trailer lights failure lights come on during travel.
Electrical System
Filed Mar 20, 2026AL
The failure of the APIM has completely disabled the Rearview Backup Camera, which is a federally mandated safety feature (FMVSS No. 111). Operating a heavy-duty F-250 without a functional backup camera creates a significant blind-spot hazard and an immediate safety risk to pedestrians and property. King Ford has confirmed the failure. Service Director Jamie Churchwell has acknowledged the damage as "Consequential Damage" resulting directly from the attempted software update for Safety Recall 22S35. It is currently being reviewed by the Ford District Parts and Service Manager (as reported by the dealer) for a "Related Damage" warranty claim . The vehicle’s screen and backup camera were functioning perfectly prior to the recall service. The failure occurred at the dealership during the application of the manufacturer’s recall software update.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Mar 18, 202618,300 milesNE
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. While shifted to reverse(R), the back over prevention camera intermittently displayed an image of the rear of the vehicle, but occasionally the screen was black. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was contacted; however, the contact was unable to speak with a representative. The failure mileage was approximately 18,300.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Feb 11, 2026100,000 milesCA
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention system was inoperable. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); 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 100,000.
Air BagsCrash1 injured
Filed Jan 26, 2026140,000 milesCA
The contact's former employer owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while exiting the freeway at 45-50 MPH around a bend, the steering wheel failed to move and crashed into a tree. The contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V337000 (Air Bags). The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that he sustained injuries to his hand, and medical attention was provided the next day at the emergency room. There was no reported fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to his employer's yard. The contact called an unknown local dealer. The contact was unaware whether the vehicle was diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Nov 6, 2025FL
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a white screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle. The message to "Contact Your Local Dealer" was displayed on the instrument panel. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle drove over a speed bump or pothole, and the steering wheel vibrated. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact used force to control the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. The contact stated that an alignment was performed, and an unknown repair to the exterior lighting was also performed. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.
Power Train
Filed Oct 29, 2025IN
Vehicle goes to different gear randomly while driving will go into fifth gear when taking off first thing during first start up of the day.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Oct 23, 202514,611 milesTX
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera failure warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the error message instructed the contact to reach out to the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to repair the vehicle was not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 14,611.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Oct 16, 2025200,000 milesTX
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the rearview camera intermittently failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the camera occasionally displayed a blank or distorted image while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Steering
Filed Oct 1, 2025FL
Ford F250 “death wobble”. I believe there’s a recall for 2017-20?? But the recall needs to be expanded to include 2016 models. I have had this issue twice. Very very dangerous!
Steering
Filed Sep 1, 2025TX
DEATH WOBBLE FRONT SHOCKS, STEERING DAMPNER AND NEW MICHELIN TIRES HAVE BEEN INSTALLED VEHICLE WILL SHAKE VIOLENTLY AND HAVE TO BRING SPEED DOWN TO GET BACK UNDER CONTROL.
Fuel/Propulsion SystemFire
Filed Aug 29, 2025TX
On [XXX], I was driving westbound on [XXX], between Kerrville and Junction, Texas. I noticed a diesel fuel smell and pulled off the highway to investigate the source. Upon stopping, fire erupted from the engine compartment and quickly spread to the front dashboard and front passenger seating area. No warning lamps, no high temp or abnormal gage levels. The Mountain Home, TX volunteer fire dept arrived about 30 minutes after we called 911 and extinguished the remaining flames. They commented that a cracked / failed secondary fuel filter housing could be to blame. My insurer, State Farm, under claim #[XXX], now has possession of the vehicle remains. I told State Farm that NHTSA opened an investigation into possible fuel filter housing failures / fires. I do not know what their intentions are with the vehicle remains. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Fuel System, Diesel
Filed Aug 4, 2025212,000 milesPA
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to coast to the driveway at the residence and became aware of an oil leak underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that an unknown dealer was contacted and informed the contact that a fuel system upgrade was available; however, the vehicle was not upgraded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and a case was filed. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 212,000.
Fuel System, Diesel
Filed Aug 1, 202566,634 milesAZ
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced reduced power and poor fuel efficiency. The messages "DPF System Overloaded" and "Exhaust System Fault - 50 Miles Until Speed Restrict" were displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on four separate occasions. The dealer performed a manual regeneration three times, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was determined that the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program Number: 20M06 (Diesel Particulate Filter Warranty Extension with Diagnostic Trouble Code P2002) and Emission Recall Number: 20E08 (Extended Idle Diesel Particulate Filter Calibration); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 66,634.
Air Bags
Filed Jul 21, 2025OK
We called our local Ford dealership, Matthew Ford of Pryor (Oklahoma) and made an appointment for the safety recall of replacing the clock spring. They proceeded to attempt the replacement and in the process damaged the steering column module, part no. GC3Z3F791KA. We are now being told that Ford does not have the necessary steering column module part and nobody manufactures it for our trim level, Platinum. Consequently, our truck is not able to be fixed and returned to us in the same condition it was given to the dealership. It is still at the dealership, in pieces. We dropped it off on March 27th, 2025.
Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer
Filed Jul 2, 2025372,958 milesLA
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the vehicle had been inoperable for some time after being purchased. While having the transmission replaced, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 203,542; however, it was discovered that the actual mileage was 372,958 during the repair.
Steering
Filed May 31, 2025AL
While driving, when bumps are ran over sudden violent shaking of front end and steering wheel occur. Steering stabilizer and worn front rt 4 wheel drive universal joint replaced with problem continuing to occur.
Unknown or Other
Filed May 28, 2025GA
Ford has issued a number of recalls for issues on Ford F-Super Duty (F-250) with rearview cameras in their vehicles. I am also experiencing the same issues with my 2016 Ford F-Super Duty (F-250) rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image causing no visibility while backing up, increasing my risk of a crash. The issue, Covington Ford Inc., Service Department located at 9101 Dr Martin Luther King Ave, Covington, GA 30014 (770-786-3432) explained to me is that it is caused by a loss of electrical conductivity due to fretting corrosion on the terminal header connector inside the camera and misalignment of the connectors. I am also experiencing a full black image on the SYNC screen when placed in reverse or when the 360-degree view is selected as well. Diagnostics were completed 5/21/2025 costing me $150.00. Proof of diagnostics cost can be provided upon request. Covington Ford Inc. indicated I would need a new camera installed at a charge of $727.24 + tax not including the cost of the diagnostics. Estimated total cost of repairs including diagnostic charge would be $877.24 + tax. In addition to being a safety hazard, I use this vehicle to back up to and connect to trailers necessary for my income and need to have this repair completed.
Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Filed May 21, 202591,000 milesAL
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an inoperable high-pressure fuel pump(HPFP). The dealer determined that the entire fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.
Steering
Filed May 20, 2025130,000 milesAZ
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started to wobble violently. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Steering
Filed May 7, 2025FL
Driving on highway 70 mph. Drove a rough spot on highway. Pot hole patch. Death wobble started. Had to preform emergency stop to end death wooble. This is the 10th time this has happened.
Unknown or Other
Filed May 5, 2025MO
No accident Backup camera does not work most of the time
Steering
Filed Mar 11, 2025NC
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle started shaking violently. The contact stated that the steering wheel was shaking uncontrollably, and the vehicle was drifting from side to side. There was no warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the failure almost caused a crash with another vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or a dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was unknown.
Fuel System, Diesel
Filed Feb 11, 2025178,000 milesNC
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled while driving through an intersection. The contact was able to safely coast the vehicle over to the side of the highway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that several days later the failure reoccurred, and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there were metal particles inside the fuel system. The contact was informed that the fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL) as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 178,000.
Steering
Filed Feb 10, 2025140,000 milesLA
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 65-80 MPH over a bumpy road surface, the steering wheel and the front end of the vehicle shuddered violently. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the death wobble, and almost caused the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The contact stated that upon decelerating to approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle responded as needed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while driving on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that a fee would be charged for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Air Bags
Filed Jan 13, 2025NC
While driving the morning of 13 Jan 2025 my Airbag sensor light on the dashboard illuminated. Shortly after that me and my wife smelled smoke in the vehicle cabin and then we heard a loud explosion and the seatbelt instantly tightened around my chest and waist. It was after I was able to stop safely and research the incident that I realized my drivers side “pretensioner” detonated while I was driving.
Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Filed Jan 3, 2025240,000 milesTX
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the reduced power warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact drifted over to the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed high-pressure fuel pump. The contact was informed that the high-pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 240,000.
Steering
Filed Jan 1, 2025TX
As we are driving on a highway the truck steering begins to fiercely and violently wobble and cause us to nearly have an accident. This is a serious issue and we want this addressed please. [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Suspension
Filed Nov 23, 2024TX
The truck began to suddenly shake fiercely while driving in the highway. The steering became difficult to control for about 2 or more minutes. We looked this up and it is termed the Death Wobble. Our F250 truck is a 2016. This is dangerous and needs to be Recalled for this year of F250 - 2016
Suspension
Filed Nov 20, 2024KY
Front suspension violently oscillates while driving high speeds and you hit a bump in the road. You can not do anything but hold on. The truck goes in the next lane sometimes. It is very dangerous for myself and everyone in or around my truck. This has been happening for awhile now.
Steering
Filed Nov 4, 2024FL
Normal driving on highway. I drove over a rough section of road and the truck began shaking uncontrollably. Was able to slow down and the shaking stopped.. I've spent over $4000. 00 to fix problem. Within 6 months the issue returned. Have told Ford dealship. They will not fix problem. This is the 5th time I've reported the issue.
Steering
Filed Oct 29, 2024NE
I bought the truck a week ago I was driving it home from went over a bridge at 70mph and it went into a violent death wobble. Luckily I have experience with death wobble from an Offroad Jeep and I was able to get to a stop. If my wife was driving it could have been a different story, or if I was hauling a trailer it may have went in the ditch.
Steering
Filed Oct 22, 2024227,850 milesTX
Steering tried to lock up as I tried to turn.
Steering
Filed Oct 22, 202463,000 milesPA
The contact's husband owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that a bracket was placed on the suspension to prevent the failure commonly known as the "death wobble". Despite the repair, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a loud vibrating noise followed by violent shaking while driving over a bump in the road. Additionally, the steering wheel was vibrating uncontrollably making it difficult to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was discovered that the steering bracket had rubbed against other steering components causing the stabilizer to become bent. The vehicle remained with the dealer unrepaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 63,000.
Steering
Filed Oct 21, 2024249,000 milesGA
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH with the cruise control engaged, the vehicle violently shook while driving over a bump on the roadway. The contact slowed down, pulled over, and turned off and restarted the vehicle several times and was able to drive the vehicle; however, the failure recurred while driving over bumps on the roadway. The vehicle was taken to three different independent mechanics and the contact was informed that an alignment, shocks, ball joints, and the traction bar needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The dealer was notified of the failure and verified that the VIN was not under recall for the failure. The contact researched online and discovered that the failure was related to a steering linkage damper. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had previously issued a Customer Service Program for the failure however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 249,000.
Steering
Filed Oct 14, 2024FL
DRIVING APPOXIMATELY 50MPH AND HIT A BUMP AND THE TRUCK WENT INTO THE DEATH WOBBLE AND NARROWLY AVOIDED A ROLL OVER
Steering
Filed Sep 9, 2024NC
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle drove over a bump in the roadway and the contact observed a loud vibrating noise, and the vehicle started shaking violently. Additionally, the steering wheel vibrated uncontrollably, making it difficult to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was slowed down, steered to the side of the road, and turned off. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed and determined that the track joint and damper assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Engine
Filed Sep 3, 202416,000 milesCA
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.
Steering
Filed Aug 14, 2024FL
Death Wobble on several occasions very scary! speed over 50 mph vehicle began violently shaking had to get off roadway very dangerous almost uncontrolable!
Electrical System
Filed Aug 14, 2024CO
My truck was working great until I took it in for the clock spring recall. After that my Bluetooth and my back up camera work intermittently. I took my truck back to the dealer ship about a week after the recall and said my sync was not working and they said at first it wasn't from the recall but then they took another look and said it was. The sync worked fine for about another week and then stopped again. Since then the sync goes in and out. Most of time out so I cannot do phone calls through the truck so I took it back to a new ford dealership and they said the clock spring was done correctly and its the APIM. I looked into that and saw there have been recalls on other ford cars for this problem. I'm assuming this problem is also why my back up camera goes in and out too. Sometimes just a blue screen and sometimes just black.
Complaints 1-50 of 291, newest first, reproduced as filed.
It is not among the F-250 SD years to avoid. Owners filed 291 complaints, against about 233 for a typical F-250 SD year. The most common complaint is about the steering (31%).
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Ford F-250 SD?
The steering: 89 of the 291 complaints (31%) are about it. Owners most often say it vibrates or shakes (63%), sets off warning lights on the dash (3%) and loses steering assist or the wheel locks (3%). The typical report comes at 75,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2016 Ford F-250 SD have?
4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, the most recent filed Sep 3, 2025. The largest, 25V572000, covered 1,456,417 vehicles. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
At what mileage do 2016 Ford F-250 SD problems start?
Half of the complaints that record an odometer reading came in before 63,000 miles. For the steering the midpoint is 75,000 miles.
Has NHTSA investigated the 2016 Ford F-250 SD?
Yes, once. PE24014 ("Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak") was opened May 9, 2024 and is still open.
Are there service bulletins for the 2016 Ford F-250 SD?
The manufacturer filed 124 technical service bulletins and other notices for it with NHTSA, most of them about the engine (37), the electrical system (30) and the transmission (18). They include a service campaign, 25N15 S1, filed Apr 20, 2026. A bulletin is a repair instruction to dealers, not a recall: the fix is usually free only under warranty.
Reading this record
Complaint volume is well above typical for a single model year.
Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.
Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.
Most recent recall on file: Sep 3, 2025. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.