2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
19
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
4
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI
The 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI has received a total of 19 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 4 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (5 complaints), Back Over Prevention (2 complaints), and Engine (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI
19 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System12v24v48v Battery | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemhorn | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systempropulsion Systemchargingcablecordaccessory | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2016 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera failed to display an image as intended on the center digital screen. No warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. 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 failure. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact stated that while charging the hybrid battery, the battery stopped charging after 15-16 minutes. The contact stated that the battery could only be charged for 15-16 minutes at a time. The contact stated that there was a red triangle warning light illuminated on the charger but there was no warning light illuminated on the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the mileage range of the vehicle per charge was decreasing continuously. The vehicle was taken to dealer several times to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, Gator Ford (11780 Tampa Gateway Blvd, Seffner, FL 33584), where it was diagnosed that the hybrid battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact stated that while charging the hybrid battery, the battery stopped charging after 15-16 minutes. The contact stated that the battery could only be charged for 15-16 minutes at a time. The contact stated that there was a red triangle warning light illuminated on the charger but there was no warning light illuminated on the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the mileage range of the vehicle per charge was decreasing continuously. The vehicle was taken to dealer several times to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, Gator Ford (11780 Tampa Gateway Blvd, Seffner, FL 33584), where it was diagnosed that the hybrid battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message "Service Power Steering" was displayed, and the steering wheel suddenly became difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the steering rack was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer has not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 37,200.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford C-Max Energi. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the contact attempted to honk at another vehicle, but the horn failed to respond while depressed. The contact stated that the horn occasionally responded while depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was repaired temporarily with electrical gel on a fuse. The contact attempted to check the fuse, but the fuse box cover was difficult to remove. The failure reoccurred after several months but the electrical gel failed to repair the vehicle. In addition, the horn failed to respond while depressed. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
Safety Rating for the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI
Ford Motor Company has issued 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
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TSB160050 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FORD C-MAX ENERGI
- 2013 FORD C-MAX ENERGI — 65 complaints
- 2014 FORD C-MAX ENERGI — 39 complaints
- 2015 FORD C-MAX ENERGI — 18 complaints
- 2016 FORD C-MAX ENERGI (current)
- 2017 FORD C-MAX ENERGI — 6 complaints
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