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2016 FORD F-650 SD — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

6

Owner Complaints

3

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

34

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2016 FORD F-650 SD

The 2016 FORD F-650 SD has received a total of 6 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with PARKING BRAKE, SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL). 34 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (2 complaints), Service Brakes (1 complaint), and Steering (1 complaint).

Recalls for the 2016 FORD F-650 SD

NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2016 FORD F-650 SD, potentially affecting up to 4,982 vehicles.

Recall 16V182000 — PARKING BRAKE

| 4,654 vehicles affected

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 F-650 and F-750 trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to November 30, 2015. The clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.

Consequence: If the parking brake cable connector clip fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable connector clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S15.

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Recall 15V858000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

| 302 vehicles affected

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-650 and F-750 trucks manufactured April 15, 2015, to December 15, 2015, and equipped with rear air suspension. In the affected vehicles, the rear brake hoses may contact and chafe on the rear axle housing while driving.

Consequence: A chafed rear brake line may result in an air leak, reducing the rear braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install revised rear brake air chambers and replace any damaged rear air brake lines, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's...

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Recall 15V789000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

| 13 vehicles affected

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 F-650 trucks manufactured July 29, 2015, to September 3, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with an incorrect Park-Reverse-Neutral-Drive-Manual (PRNDM) steering column, instead of Reverse-Neutral-Drive-Manual (RNDM) steering column. If the vehicle has the incorrect steering column, is parked on a hill, and the PRNDM placed in "P", park...

Consequence: If the park pawl fractures, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PRNDM steering column with the correct RNDM steering column, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this...

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Recall 15V789000 — STEERING:COLUMN

| 13 vehicles affected

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 F-650 trucks manufactured July 29, 2015, to September 3, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with an incorrect Park-Reverse-Neutral-Drive-Manual (PRNDM) steering column, instead of Reverse-Neutral-Drive-Manual (RNDM) steering column. If the vehicle has the incorrect steering column, is parked on a hill, and the PRNDM placed in "P", park...

Consequence: If the park pawl fractures, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PRNDM steering column with the correct RNDM steering column, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this...

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Owner Complaints for the 2016 FORD F-650 SD

6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 FORD F-650 SD. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Engine
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes
Complaints: 1
Steering
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1
Tires
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11298115 | ENGINE | | 34,170 miles
DRIVER FEELS UNSAFE, BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY ARE DRAGGING, DO NOT RELEASE ALL THE WAY. BRAKE SYSTEM REPAIRED FOR $5,079.44 *DT*DT*JB*DT*JB
#11298115 | SERVICE BRAKES | | 34,170 miles
DRIVER FEELS UNSAFE, BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY ARE DRAGGING, DO NOT RELEASE ALL THE WAY. BRAKE SYSTEM REPAIRED FOR $5,079.44 *DT*DT*JB*DT*JB
#11298115 | STEERING | | 34,170 miles
DRIVER FEELS UNSAFE, BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY ARE DRAGGING, DO NOT RELEASE ALL THE WAY. BRAKE SYSTEM REPAIRED FOR $5,079.44 *DT*DT*JB*DT*JB
#11298115 | TIRES | | 34,170 miles
DRIVER FEELS UNSAFE, BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY ARE DRAGGING, DO NOT RELEASE ALL THE WAY. BRAKE SYSTEM REPAIRED FOR $5,079.44 *DT*DT*JB*DT*JB
#10969744 | SUSPENSION:REAR | | 625 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD F650 SD. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR AXLE BEGAN BOUNCING AND VIBRATING ON THE REAR WHEELS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 625.

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Safety Rating for the 2016 FORD F-650 SD

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 FORD F-650 SD in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 FORD F-650 SD

Ford Motor Company has issued 34 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 FORD F-650 SD. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

TSB 22-2081 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Some 2016-2017 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2002 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to a cracked diesel particulate filter (DPF) and the software in the PCM. To correct the...

TSB 21-2287 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This article supersedes TSB 17-0068 to update the Service Procedure and Parts List. Some 2016-2017 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine and built on or before 21-Aug-2017 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P203B. This may be due to a low...

SSM 48299 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Some 2016-2019 F-750 vehicles may exhibit an excessive or uneven amount (inner versus outer) of front and/or rear brake pad wear. For vehicles exhibiting this condition, it's recommended to use FC4Z-2001-F brake pad kit when replacing front or rear pads. Some vehicle applications will demonstrate improved brake pad wear after...

SSM 47823 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into the PCM. The ESN is located on PTS> OASIS> Features> Engine Serial Number. Once...

SSM 47823 — ENGINE

Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into the PCM. The ESN is located on PTS> OASIS> Features> Engine Serial Number. Once...

TSB 19-2006 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Some 2016-2018 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine built on or before 23-Apr-2018 may exhibit an inaccurate DEF level gauge with no DEF level related diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

TSB 19-2006 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2016-2018 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine built on or before 23-Apr-2018 may exhibit an inaccurate DEF level gauge with no DEF level related diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

SSM 47712 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

Some 2017-2019 F-Super Duty and 2016-2019 F650-750 with 6.7L diesel engines, 2015-2019 Transit with 3.2L diesel engines and 2018-2019 F-150 with 3.0L diesel engines may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P206C in the powertrain control module (PCM). Review of repair data supports that...

18N04 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Certain 2014-2016 Model Year F-250 ? F-550 and 2016 Model Year F-650 - F-750 Vehicles, With 6.7L Diesel Engine - Crankcase Ventilation Oil Separator Assembly. Certain 2018 Model Year F-150 and 2019 Model Year F-250 through F-550 Superduty Vehicles Equipped with a Diesel Engine - Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming

17B30-S2 — ENGINE

Certain 2012-2016 Model Year F-450 ? F-750 and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with a 6.8L Engine Camshaft Roller Follower Replacement Coverage

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 FORD F-650 SD

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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