Some 2015-2016 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a vibration on acceleration or cruise that is originating from the driveshaft and/or rear axle. During preliminary inspection look for visible driveshaft damage, alignment of the axle pinion flange to driveshaft flange yellow dots, and that the rear driveshaft flange sits flat on the axle pinion flange. If no issues are found, refer to workshop manual section 205-01 to continue with driveshaft diagnosis and testing.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2016 Ford F-150 suspension problems
severe Owners of the 2016 Ford F-150 have filed 15 NHTSA complaints about the suspension, typically surfacing around 50,000 miles at roughly $900 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See suspension across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$900
| Model year | suspension complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 F-150 | 13 |
| 2013 F-150 | 13 |
| 2014 F-150 | 8 |
| 2015 F-150 | 9 |
| 2016 F-150 (this page) | 15 |
| 2017 F-150 | 6 |
| 2018 F-150 | 18 |
| 2019 F-150 | 6 |
| 2020 F-150 | 8 |
1crash
1injury
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering suspension on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Had suspension trouble with your 2016 Ford F-150?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2016 Ford F-150?
It's a meaningful issue. 15 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $900.
At what mileage does the suspension typically fail?
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most suspension failures cluster between 23,000 and 57,492 miles, with the median around 50,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 23,000; a quarter make it past 57,492. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2016/Ford/F-150.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.