NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
What owners actually said
208 reports50,000 miles · Aug 16, 2024
Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 45–55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over and restart the vehicle, which reset the vehicle. The vehicle then went into LIMP Mode. The contact stated that the RPM failed to exceed 2,500 RPM. The vehicle was idling. There were no…
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The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 45–55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over and restart the vehicle, which reset the vehicle. The vehicle then went into LIMP Mode. The contact stated that the RPM failed to exceed 2,500 RPM. The vehicle was idling. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who referred the contact to a Ford dealer for assistance. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic, who determined that the failure was due to the turbo. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the turbo needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the turbo charger was good for approximately three to four years; no assistance was provided. The contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
NHTSA ODI #11608938
120,000 miles · Jul 29, 2024
SuspensionTraction Control System
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at speeds of 51 MPH or exceeding that speed, the vehicle experienced the "Death Wobble". The failure also occurred while driving over rough road surfaces. The contact stated that during the failure, the “Traction Control Loss” warning light was illuminated. The…
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The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at speeds of 51 MPH or exceeding that speed, the vehicle experienced the "Death Wobble". The failure also occurred while driving over rough road surfaces. The contact stated that during the failure, the “Traction Control Loss” warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The dealer confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The contact was referred to the manufacturer who confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer had referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to file a safety complaint. The failure mileage was 120,000.
NHTSA ODI #11605091
Mileage unknown · Jul 11, 2024
SteeringSuspensionUnknown Or Other
We purchased this truck as a certified used vehicle in January of 2019. In September of 2023 we started experiencing a death wobble every time we try and take the truck over 55 mph. We have taken the truck to the ford dealership six different times to try and fix the issue, and ford can not figure out the cause of the wobble. Cu…
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We purchased this truck as a certified used vehicle in January of 2019. In September of 2023 we started experiencing a death wobble every time we try and take the truck over 55 mph. We have taken the truck to the ford dealership six different times to try and fix the issue, and ford can not figure out the cause of the wobble. Currently the truck has been in the shop at ford for almost 2 months continuously with them trying to figure out what is causing the issue.
NHTSA ODI #11601193
Mileage unknown · Jul 3, 2024
SteeringSuspensionUnknown Or Other
For years my truck starts vibrating excessively, shaking the entire vehicle when driving over certain sections of roadway or bumps. Sometimes, my steering is difficult to maintain when this happens. This occurs at speeds around 50 mph+. I always assumed it was just a bad road section and never pursued any repair as I didn't thi…
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For years my truck starts vibrating excessively, shaking the entire vehicle when driving over certain sections of roadway or bumps. Sometimes, my steering is difficult to maintain when this happens. This occurs at speeds around 50 mph+. I always assumed it was just a bad road section and never pursued any repair as I didn't think it was a truck issue. Recently, I have come across some articles, that described my exact situation/condition when driving my truck. It makes me have to slow way down below the speed limit for the violent shaking to stop. Sometimes, I though it was just my stiff suspension on bad roads. It is being called the Ford Death Wobble and affects many Ford Super Duty Trucks. Who knows what other components of my truck have been unduly affected due to this manufacturer's safety issue with my truck and that appears to be a situation that occurs often with other Ford Super Duty trucks. I'm concerned one day it will cause me to lose control and crash or crash into another vehicle. To my knowledge Ford has not issued any recall's regarding these safety problems. My truck has been to the Ford shops many times but nothing addressed regarding this condition. It has occurred so many times, I can not even count, well over hundreds of times over 8 years. The most recent time it occurred was about two weeks ago on [XXX] in Colorado Springs. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA ODI #11598701
150,000 miles · Jun 3, 2024
Fuel System, Diesel
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed fuel pump and metal shaving…
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The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed fuel pump and metal shavings inside the fuel system. The contact was informed that the fuel system and injectors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
NHTSA ODI #11592147
Mileage unknown · Apr 15, 2024
Fuel/propulsion SystemPower Train
THERE ARE TWO INCIDENTS ONE FORD DIESEL HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP DISINTERGRATES WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE AND THE INTERCOOLER HOSE WHICH IS PLASTIC BLOWS UP WHICH IN BOTH CASES CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER AND STOP RUNNING. THIS OCCURED TO ME WHILE PULLING RV ON INTERSTATE .
NHTSA ODI #11583137
Mileage unknown · Mar 29, 2024
Steering
I have had a recurring problem with the so-called "death wobble" whereby the vehicle starts to shake violently when hitting certain bumps above about 50 mph and cannot be brought back under control without completely coming to a stop. I've had the front end components, including tie rods, stabilizers, drag link, etc completely r…
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I have had a recurring problem with the so-called "death wobble" whereby the vehicle starts to shake violently when hitting certain bumps above about 50 mph and cannot be brought back under control without completely coming to a stop. I've had the front end components, including tie rods, stabilizers, drag link, etc completely replaced THREE TIMES and within a year of normal driving it comes back. It has always been repaired at a Ford service center. It happens without warning, though I've learned now how the vehicle feels when the front end starts getting loose so I can have it repaired before it becomes dangerous.
NHTSA ODI #11580164
Mileage unknown · Mar 24, 2024
Air Bags
Airbags are not faulty if you look at sticker they have warning due to old age the plastic becomes brittle and can cause fragments to impale driver only way to prevent this is not replace the airbag but to cover with duct tape, this recall needs to be updated Takata is not responsible, they operate as designed as I said the air …
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Airbags are not faulty if you look at sticker they have warning due to old age the plastic becomes brittle and can cause fragments to impale driver only way to prevent this is not replace the airbag but to cover with duct tape, this recall needs to be updated Takata is not responsible, they operate as designed as I said the air bag fill with high pressure air and in older cars will crack plastic cover. Please update this recall this is not a manufacturer error.
NHTSA ODI #11579098
88,000 miles · Feb 13, 2024
Electrical System
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the A/C unit turned off without being disengaged. The tire pressure warning light flashed on the instrument panel. Additionally, the indicator lights were blinking quickly, and trailer turn light failed to illuminate…
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The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the A/C unit turned off without being disengaged. The tire pressure warning light flashed on the instrument panel. Additionally, the indicator lights were blinking quickly, and trailer turn light failed to illuminate properly and there was a delay when the trailer was connected. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the brain control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.
NHTSA ODI #11571683
50,000 miles · Dec 13, 2023
Power Train
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission was shifting hard and was slipping. Additionally, the vehicle was shuddering while the transmission was shifting. An unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failur…
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The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission was shifting hard and was slipping. Additionally, the vehicle was shuddering while the transmission was shifting. An unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a transmission specialist, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000. The VIN was unavailable.
NHTSA ODI #11559849
Official recalls
3Sep 3, 2025
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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
May 13, 2022
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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
Apr 26, 2016
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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗