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Ford F-250 Super Duty 2015–2016 (3rd gen)
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- Price
- $32,385–$66,000
- Strength: Excellent capability
- Strength: Excellent value retention
- Strength: Strong passenger space
- Watch-out: Poor driving fun
- Watch-out: Below-average tech
How it scores for you10 scores
A no-nonsense heavy hauler whose stout 440-hp Power Stroke and huge tow ratings matter more than its dated cabin ever will.
Recalled about as often as cars of the same model years; 1 of its 7 recalls was serious. About 4% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Limited history so far, so this score may move as more recalls are filed.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
No EPA fuel-cost estimate yet.
Cargo volume isn't published for this car.
Crew cab offers limo-grade front and rear room for six
A work tool: heavy steering, stiff solid axles, diesel torque its only thrill
MyFord Touch-era screens; trailer aids basic by later standards
Crew cabs are roomy and quiet for the era; HD suspension rides hard unladen
Trucks have historically held their value best.
Rated to tow 14,000 lb; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls9 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
9 recalls · 6 common complaint areas across 2015–2016
- Steering — 126 complaints (2015)
- Recall — Tires: sidewall (2016)
- Steering — 118 complaints (2016)
2016
- RecallTires: sidewall16V246000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured April 5, 2016, to April 11, 2016. The tires installed during assembly of the affected vehicles may have sustained damage to the inner sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air
- RecallEquipment; steering; suspension: front: stabilizer bar20E090000
Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, p
- RecallAirbags: frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassette22V337000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Dust may accumulate in the steering wheel clock spring, causing a disconnection in the electrical connection resulting in the driver's air bag not deploying as intended.
- RecallBack over prevention: sensing system: camera25V572000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distort
- Complaint clusterSteering118 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
Death wobble at highway speeds
- Complaint clusterSuspension41 complaintscomplaints:SUSPENSION
The truck began to suddenly shake fiercely while driving in the highway. The steering became difficult to control for about 2 or more minutes. We looked this up and it is termed the Death Wobble. Our F250 truck is a 2016. This is dangerous and needs to be Recalled for this year of F250 - 2016
- Complaint clusterAirbags23 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
While driving the morning of 13 Jan 2025 my Airbag sensor light on the dashboard illuminated. Shortly after that me and my wife smelled smoke in the vehicle cabin and then we heard a loud explosion and the seatbelt instantly tightened around my chest and waist. It was after I was able to stop safely
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other19 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
MY TRANSMISSION IS DOWNSHIFTING WHILE EXCELERATING BUT IS NOT SHOWING UP ON A RECALL LIST
- Complaint clusterEngine18 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
On September 3, 2023, the fuel pump failed while the truck was in the corner of an on-ramp for an interstate. The truck immediately lost power while in the corner causing a loss of control of steering. This resulted in a near collision with a concrete dividing wall while attempting to maintain contr
2015
- RecallPowertrain: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)14V204000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks manufactured September 13, 2013, through March 28, 2014, and equipped with 6.2L gasoline or 6.7L diesel engines and 6R140 transmissions. An error with the transmission control software ma
- RecallEquipment19V401000
VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and E-450, 2015 F-250 and F-450, 2016 E-450, 2017 E-350, F-450 and E-450, 2018 F-350, 2010 E-450, 2005-2006 E-450, 2009 E-450 and Chevrolet C4500-based Type I and Type III ambulances equipped with ASA Elect
- RecallEquipment; steering; suspension: front: stabilizer bar20E090000
Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, p
- RecallBack over prevention: sensing system: camera25V270000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
- RecallBack over prevention: sensing system: camera25V572000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distort
- Complaint clusterSteering126 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
We were on vacation driving from [XXX] to [XXX] and experienced the Death Wobble. I though we were going to die. We stopped in [XXX] and took to a dealership there and they replaced the track ball joint for $757.59. We left there and 25 miles down the road it happened again. Went to [XXX] and the
- Complaint clusterSuspension37 complaintscomplaints:SUSPENSION
I own a 2015 Super Duty F250 Diesel I purchased new in 2015. It only has 73663.5 miles on it now. Ive had what they call the Death Wobble twice, and again 3rd time today 1st time 6/13/2022 repair cost $355.00, don't remember location 2nd time 8/7/2025 repair cost $2,714.00. Hit a bump entering
- Complaint clusterEngine28 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
The contact owned a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the contact noticed fire coming from the front hood of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact noticed that the fire started before the engine completely started. The contact was the only
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other19 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Lethal death wobble , could have easily crashed on the interstate without having both hands on the wheel. This is insane, had the front track bar and front steering stabilizer replaced, still no fix.
- Complaint clusterPowertrain16 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
Fraudulently sold vehicle from Janovich Auto in Omaha, Ne. That does not have correct or proper documentation on vehicles history. Dealership purchased vehicle in New York. And sold it to me in Nebraska. With showing me history and suspect them bring it to Nebraska with proper legal documention.
Cost to own$6,400 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$32,385–$66,000
Estimated used price, by model year
Specs
Horsepower
440 hp
Doors
4
Towing capacity
14,000 lbs
Limited data — dimensions unavailable.
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