2016 Ford F-650 SD
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2016 Ford F-650 SD has 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 8. The most common issue is engine problems (33% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-650 sd. while driving approximately 60 mph, smoke emerged from the engine compartment and the abs warning indicator illuminated. the contact drove the vehicle to a car wash and water was sprayed above and under the engine. the vehicle was driven to the dealer, but . There are 3 recalls issued for this model year.
6
Total Complaints
3
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.8x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 5)
ENGINE
2 complaints- • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD F-650 SD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, SMOKE EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO A CAR WASH AND WATER WAS SPRAYED ABOVE AND UNDER THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER, BUT
- • 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
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD F-650 SD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, SMOKE EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO A CAR WASH AND WATER WAS SPRAYED ABOVE AND UNDER THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER, BUT ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Recalls (3)
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.
Risk: A chafed rear brake line may result in an air leak, reducing the rear braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 number for this recall is 15S38.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2016 Ford F-650 SD
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Ford F-650 SD Service Intervals
IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
These are the terms for a new Ford. If you're buying a used 2016 F-650 SD, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ford dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 6 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD F-650 SD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, SMOKE EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO A CAR WASH AND WATER WAS SPRAYED ABOVE AND UNDER THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER, BUT
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SUSPENSION: 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.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐TIRES: 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
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BRAKES: 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
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 3 recalls have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Ford F-650 SD — Year Comparison
How does 2016 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 3
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 0
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 8
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