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2016 Ford F 150

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

15

15 current

Combined

13.2L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$4,092

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2026189 · manufacturer campaign 26S28

15 April 2026

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2015–2017

What is wrong

On certain trucks, a software problem could cause the transmission to downshift suddenly to second gear. If this happens, there could be a loss of control. Note: This recall only affects trucks equipped with a 6-speed transmission.

Why it matters

A loss of control could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to update the powertrain control module software.

144,475 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2024779 · manufacturer campaign 24S77

20 December 2024

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2015–2020

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the windshield wiper linkage could corrode and seize. If this happens, the windshield wipers may not work.

Why it matters

Windshield wipers that don't work could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace the windshield wiper linkage.

218,614 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2022115 · manufacturer campaign 22S11

14 March 2022

Transport Canada lists: Expedition 2016–2017 · F 150 2016–2017 · Navigator 2016–2017

What is wrong

On certain trucks equipped with a 3.5 L Ecoboost engine, brake fluid could leak from the brake master cylinder into the brake booster. This can cause reduced front brake performance, and the driver may experience increased brake pedal travel and increased pedal effort. Full braking function remains in the rear wheel circuit. Note: Depending on the amount of brake fluid loss, the driver may hear a warning chime and see a red brake warning indicator in the instrument cluster. This is an expansion of Ford recall 20S31 (Transport Canada Recall No. 2020-252).

Why it matters

Reduced front brake performance can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to replace the brake master cylinder. The dealer will also replace the brake booster if the brake master cylinder is leaking.

13,097 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2020252 · manufacturer campaign 20S31

8 June 2020

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2014–2017

What is wrong

On certain trucks, brake fluid could leak from the brake master cylinder front wheel circuit into the brake booster. If this happens, the driver may experience increased brake pedal travel and increased pedal effort. This can cause reduced front brake performance. Full braking function remains in the rear wheel circuit. Note: Depending on the amount of brake fluid loss, the driver may hear a warning chime and see a red brake warning indicator in the instrument cluster.

Why it matters

Reduced front brake performance can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to replace the brake master cylinder.

42,309 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2020069 · manufacturer campaign 20S08

21 February 2020

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2015–2016

What is wrong

On certain trucks with a 3.5-L engine, there could be a problem with the engine block heater cable. The wrong cable may have been installed when your vehicle was repaired under a previous recall. The cable that was installed may not have enough heat protection and could be damaged by high engine temperatures. When plugged in, this could cause a short circuit to occur, resulting in overheated or melted wiring. It could also cause the block heater not to work, and/or it could cause a household circuit breaker to trip. For details of the previous recall, please see Transport Canada recall no. 2019-174 (Ford no. 19S11/19G01).

Why it matters

Overheated or melted wiring could create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Do not use your block heater until the recall inspection and repairs are completed. Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the block heater and cable. Depending on the results of the inspection, the heater element and/or block heater cable will be replaced, as necessary. If the replacement parts are not available, the dealer will disable the engine block heater. Ford will send you another notice when the replacement parts are available, and will ask you to take your vehicle to a dealer to have them installed.

19,679 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2020023 · manufacturer campaign 20S01

23 January 2020

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2015–2018

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the electric tailgate latch could malfunction. This may cause the tailgate to unlatch on its own. If the tailgate opens while driving, cargo that is not secured could fall out of the truck bed and onto the road.

Why it matters

Cargo that falls from the truck bed could create a road hazard for others.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to modify the tailgate/frame wiring harnesses and will install a new tailgate handle release switch.

89,472 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Other

Transport Canada recall 2019420

21 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2004–2007 · Terraza 2005–2007 · Escalade 2007–2018 · Equinox 2010–2017 · and 60 more

What is wrong

This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones. Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Why it matters

Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.

5,327 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanService Campaign Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2019174 · manufacturer campaign 19S11

10 April 2019

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2015–2019 · F 250 2017–2019 · F 350 2017–2019 · F 450 2017–2019

What is wrong

The connectors on the engine block heater cable may have been damaged when your truck was serviced for recall campaign 2018-718 (Ford #18S45). This could cause a short-circuit, which may result in overheated or melted wiring.

Why it matters

Overheated or melted wiring could create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Stop use of your engine block heater immediately. Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to disable the engine block heater. Ford will send you another notice when replacement parts are available, and will ask you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install them. Do not use your engine block heater until the replacement parts are installed.

230,182 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2018718 · manufacturer campaign 18S45

20 December 2018

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2015–2019 · F 250 2017–2019 · F 350 2017–2019 · F 450 2017–2019

What is wrong

Water and contaminants may damage and corrode the block heater cable connectors. This could cause a short-circuit, which may result in overheated or melted wiring.

Why it matters

Overheated or melted wiring could create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Stop use of your engine block heater immediately. Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to disable the engine block heater. Ford will send you another notice when replacement parts are available, and will ask you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install them. Do not use your engine block heater until the replacement parts are installed.

446,041 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2018470 · manufacturer campaign 18S27

4 September 2018

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2015–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the activation of the front seat belt pretensioners in a crash may result in momentary ignition of pretensioner exhaust gases. This could ignite materials in the B-pillar area, leading to a fire causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the B-pillar area, modify the floor covering and sound insulation, and apply heat-resistant tape.

339,884 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2017593 · manufacturer campaign 17S40

30 November 2017

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2016 · F 150 2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front power seat adjuster assembly joint may become loose over time. A loose seat adjuster assembly may increase seat cushion deflection and not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, which could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect for proper torque of the power seat track upper pivot link bolt. If the bolt passes inspection, dealers will remove and clean the bolt, apply new threadlock and reinstall the bolt to the specified torque. If the bolt fails the torque inspection, threadlock will be added to the bolt and will be reinstalled as an interim repair until the final repair is available. The final repair will include replacement of the lift link, including new bushings and fasteners.

22,620 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2017502 · manufacturer campaign 17S33

18 October 2017

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2015–2017 · F 250 2017 · F 350 2017 · F 450 2017 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, door latch shielding may not be sufficient. As a result, water could enter into the side door latch and freeze, causing the latch mechanism to bind after opening. In addition, latch actuation cables may have been bent or kinked during installation, and could result in latch binding. A frozen door latch, or bent or kinked actuation cable may result in a door that will not open or will not close. If a latch does not fully engage the door striker, there is a potential for a door to open while the vehicle is in motion, which could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will install water shields over the door latches and the door latch actuation cables will be inspected and repaired if needed.

222,408 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Safety TC

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2017413 · manufacturer campaign 17C12

30 August 2017

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2015–2017 · F 250 2017 · F 350 2017

What is wrong

Certain vehicles equipped with rear inflatable seat belts may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 210 – Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages. The left rear inflatable seat belt buckle may have been assembled with a rivet that was improperly staked. As a result, the left rear seat belt assembly could separate from its mounting bracket during a crash, which could increase the risk of injury and would fail to meet the anchorage strength requirements of the standard.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the left rear seat belt buckle rivet, and replace the seat belt buckle assembly if necessary.

14,682 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2016329 · manufacturer campaign 16C11

28 June 2016

Transport Canada lists: Explorer 2016 · F 150 2016

What is wrong

Certain vehicles equipped with a manual driver's seat recliner may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 202 - Head Restraints and CMVSS 207 - Anchorage of Seats. There may be an inadequate weld between the driver's seat back and the manually operated seat back recliner mechanism, which may fail to meet the requirements of the standards. As a result, the driver's seat back may appear to be loose, twisted or lean to one side, and/or squeak/rattle. If this condition were present, in the event of a vehicle crash, the seat may not adequately restrain an occupant and would increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame.

1,198 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2016089 · manufacturer campaign 16S05

22 February 2016

Transport Canada lists: F 150 2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) software developed for optional Multi-Contour seats may not properly classify an adult occupant sitting in the front passenger seat when the seat massage feature is activated. If an adult occupant in the front passenger seat is incorrectly classified as a child, in the event of a crash, the frontal airbag may not deploy which could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update the occupant classification system module with a new software.

286 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Pickup truck: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 54% of 59 2016 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
309 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2016 Ford F 150 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 15 recalls on record for the 2016 Ford F 150. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2016 Ford F 150 get?
NRCan rates the 2016 Ford F 150 at 13.2 L/100 km combined, emitting 309 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 20 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2016 Ford F 150 for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $4,092 in fuel, producing roughly 6,098 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.