2016 Ford F-150 Body Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are body problems on the 2016 Ford F-150?
199 owners have reported body problems on the 2016 Ford F-150, 10% of all complaints for this year and the 4th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 6,000–42,000 miles. 2 recalls cover this area.
199 complaints 10% of all 2016 complaints 20,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (131 of 199). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Body complaints by the year the problem happened.
Body complaints by F-150 year
Related recalls
Seat belt pretensioner sparks could ignite interior
Fire riskIn a crash that triggers a front seat belt pretensioner, the sparks it produces can ignite nearby carpeting or insulation in the B-pillar area. This could start a fire inside the vehicle.
Fix: The dealer will remove the B-pillar insulation and wiring harness tape and install heat resistant tape, free of charge.
Recall 18V568000 · Aug 2018Latch, Door
These accessory door handle covers may cause the doors to unlatch in a side impact collision. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components." If the doors unlatch and open in a side impact collision, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the accessory covers and refund the purchase price. Ford's number for the recall is 17C09.
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Other 2016 Ford F-150 problems
Common questions
What are common 2016 Ford F-150 body problems?
Complaints most often name the body, door and frame and members.
At what mileage do 2016 Ford F-150 body problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 6,000–42,000 miles. The middle value is about 20,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2016 Ford F-150 body problems?
Yes: 18V568000, 17V331000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which F-150 year has the most body complaints?
The 2016 F-150, with 199 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.