The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the body mount on the vehicle was deteriorating. The owner stated that there was a rattling sound coming from the vehicle while driving at various speeds. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware that the body mount was deteriorating. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was waiting for an appointment with the local…
2016 Ford F-250 body problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500 · see body across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,500
When does it fail?
Of the 3 body complaints filed for the 2016 Ford F-250, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2016 Ford F-250?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, body issues most often appear around 31,065 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body 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 body?
No active recalls currently cover body 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-250.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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