2016 FORD F-150 Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System Problems

3 NHTSA complaints on file

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Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System Issues in the 2016 FORD F-150

3 engine and engine coolingexhaust system complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 FORD F-150. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.

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All Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System Complaints

#11677531 | July 31, 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact while driving at undisclosed speeds, or while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormally high-pitched sound coming from the exhaust manifold. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the exhaust manifold bolts were damaged 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 120,000.

#11503196 | January 23, 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving various speeds, he heard an abnormal whistling sound coming from the vehicle. One day upon exiting and returning to the vehicle, the contact's girlfriend had passed out in the back seat. Upon approaching the passenger’s side to wake her up, the contact smelled carbon monoxide odor coming from her side of the vehicle. The contact’s girlfriend did not seek medical attention after becoming unconscious. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that bolts on the exhaust manifold were improperly placed, causing the bolts to shear off, leading to a carbon monoxide leaking into the vehicle. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed him that there were no recalls on the VIN. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and acknowledged that they were aware of the failure however, there was no recall for the failure. The vehicle...

#10917418 | October 19, 2016

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD F-150. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, FUMES ENTERED THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 17,000. UPDATED 01/05/2017*CT

Other 2016 FORD F-150 Problem Areas

Power Train 418 complaints Engine 296 complaints Service Brakes 293 complaints Unknown Or Other 233 complaints Structurebody 183 complaints Electrical System 162 complaints Visibilitywiper 100 complaints Vehicle Speed Control 82 complaints Fuelpropulsion System 81 complaints Steering 59 complaints Wheels 38 complaints Air Bags 33 complaints Latcheslockslinkages 29 complaints Seats 21 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulic 21 complaints Electronic Stability Control Esc 17 complaints Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch 17 complaints Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds 17 complaints Back Over Prevention Sensing System Camera 16 complaints Seat Belts 14 complaints Suspension 14 complaints Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly 14 complaints Exterior Lighting 13 complaints Engine And Engine Cooling 11 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder 10 complaints Back Over Prevention 8 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe 8 complaints Structurebodydoor 8 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemrear Window 8 complaints Back Over Prevention Rearview System Braking 7 complaints Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection 7 complaints Visibilityglass Siderear 7 complaints Fuel System Gasoline 5 complaints Visibility 5 complaints Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemthrottlebodymanifold 4 complaints Structure 4 complaints Structureframe And Members 4 complaints Back Over Prevention Warnings 3 complaints Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control 3 complaints Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings 3 complaints Visibilitywindshield 3 complaints Electrical Systemwiring 2 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingengineoillubricationsealsgaskets 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings 2 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm 2 complaints Vehicle Speed Controlthrottle 2 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemrear Windowelectrical Heating Element 2 complaints Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher 2 complaints Electrical Systemadasdriver Monitoringcamerasensor 1 complaint Electrical Systemignition 1 complaint Electrical Systemignitioncoil 1 complaint Electrical Systemignitioncoilspark Plugs 1 complaint Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolineturbosupercharger 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingengineoillubrication 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingenginesolenoidactuator 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor 1 complaint Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemmanifold Pressure Map Sensor 1 complaint Lane Departure Warning 1 complaint Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatchemergency Mechanical Release 1 complaint Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslock 1 complaint Latcheslockslinkageselectronic Locklatch Actuator 1 complaint Latcheslockslinkagestailgatelatch 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmission 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmissioninternalshaftoutput 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter 1 complaint Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit 1 complaint Power Trainmanual Transmissionshift Pattern Indicator 1 complaint Service Brakes Air 1 complaint Service Brakes Airsupplyhoses Linespiping And Fittings 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings 1 complaint Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar 1 complaint Steeringcritical Fasteners 1 complaint Structurebodytailgate 1 complaint Suspensionfront 1 complaint Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing 1 complaint Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assembly 1 complaint Tires 1 complaint Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal 1 complaint Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System 1 complaint Visibilityfixed Panaramic Roofsky Light Assembly 1 complaint Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor 1 complaint

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