2016 Ford E-350: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Ford E-350: 3 recalls, 5 owner complaints.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #15V710000 · 2015 · 65 vehicles
What's wrong: 8l engine and an optional trailer brake controller. In the affected vehicles, the trailer brake controller May not actuate the trailer brakes.
Why it matters: If the trailer brakes are not activated when the towing vehicle is slowing down, the distance needed to stop the vehicle May be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2015.
Electrical Vehicle recall #16V046000 · 2016 · 75 vehicles
What's wrong: 8l engine and an optional trailer brake controller. The trailer braking system May fail, increasing the distance needed to stop the vehicle.
Why it matters: If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016.
Seats Vehicle recall #19V205000 · 2019 · 471 vehicles
What's wrong: Quality van sales, Inc. (quality van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford transit and e-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seat back cushions. The seat cushion May not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems."
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Quality van will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Seats (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2016 Ford E-350 has 5 owner complaints, ranking #27 of 35 E-350 model years for complaints (well below the 29 average). Complaints peaked in 2018 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 4,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (7 complaints, 2 recalls), 2017 (13 complaints, 4 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Ford E-350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Ford E-350. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Ford E-350 problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (2), brakes (1), seats (1).
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