1FT8W4DTXGEA116152016 FORD F-450Super Duty - Dual Rear Wheel
2016 FORD F-450 was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. 4 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA — review the complaint section for the most common failure patterns.
Executive Summary
2016 FORD F-450
2016 FORD F-450 was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. 4 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA — review the complaint section for the most common failure patterns.
4 owner complaints filed — top areas: Engine/Powertrain (50%), Brakes (25%), Suspension/Wheels (25%).
Title Brand Check
Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull
No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.
Vehicle Specifications
Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database
- Make
- FORD
- Model
- F-450
- Year
- 2016
- Trim / Series
- Super Duty - Dual Rear Wheel
- Body Style
- Pickup
- Vehicle Type
- TRUCK
- Drive Type
- 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Engine
- 8-cyl 6.7L 440 hp
- Manufacturer
- FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Assembly
- JEFFERSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA)
- GVWR
- Class 3: 10,001 - 14,000 lb (4,536 - 6,350 kg)
Assembly Plant Quality
Plant: JEFFERSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY
No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.
Safety Intelligence
Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data
✓ No high-risk recall components found
Driver Assistance Features
ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database
NHTSA Safety Recalls
CLEARComplaint Intelligence
4 complaints analyzed across 3 system categories
Owner Complaints
4 safety complaints filed with NHTSA
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. An unknown engine-related message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that there were metal shavings inside the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.
On several occasions, a vehicle cut off our truck so driver had to slam on brakes. Brakes locked up and would not release and truck would not move. Driver had to turn off the truck, set and release the parking brake before they would release and allow him to move the truck. Put truck in brake shop (SW Brake and Alignment) and they replaced brakes lines, master cylinder, hydraboost and sensor and the problem is still not fixed and the shop mechanics are still able to reproduce this locking up and not releasing issue after having our truck for more than a month. They are putting our old parts back on and releasing the truck back to us because they cannot figure out how to fix this issue. This is a safety issue for driver and others on the roadway if truck is stuck and not able to be moved out of the roadway to safety while the truck is immobile.
THE AIR SPRING BLOWED
WHILE DRIVING ON 3 OCCASIONS AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED ON ITS OWN UNEXPECTEDLY TO FIRST GEAR CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL DUE TO THE REAR WHEELS LOCKING UP. ON TWO OF THE OCCASIONS IT DISABLED THE VEHICLE AND REQUIRED REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE IS IN THE SHOP NOW GOING ON 3 MONTHS. *DT WHEN WE HEARD ABOUT HIM THE RECALL OF 1.5 MILLION TRUCKS WE FELT LIKE WE HAD A SOLUTION BUT FORD STATES THAT MY TRUCK IS NOT AFFECTED. MY COMPLAINT IN 06/2017 IS AN EXACT DESCRIPTION OF THE RECALL. I BELIEVE MY TRUCK IS AFFECTED. I HAVE NEARLY BEEN IN THREE ACCIDENTS STARTING WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN WARRANTY. I FEEL THE RECALL WILL ULTIMATELY AFFECT MORE VEHICLES....*BF.. *TR *DT*JB
Complaint & Reliability Timeline
Annual complaints (blue) vs. composite reliability score (amber) — recall years marked in red
The blue line shows 4 NHTSA complaints on file for the FORD F-450 — a relatively low volume that spans from 2019 to 2025.
The amber reliability line averaged 99/100 across the vehicle's life — relatively stable, with the lowest point of 97/100 in 2025.
Legal & Regulatory Actions
Known class action lawsuits, settlements, and manufacturer extended warranty programs
5-Year Total Cost of Ownership
Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation
Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $31,114 (~$519/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.
Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Tailored for the 2016 FORD F-450 — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list
Recall Probability Forecast
Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals
5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.
Maintenance Schedule
OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle
Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.
Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.
Auction History
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Insurance Cost Estimate
Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings
Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.
Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History
Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations
FORD has been fined $17M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2015: Failure to timely file Early Warning Reports on defect data.
State-Specific Legal Protections
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Complete Data Table
All decoded fields in a single flattened view
Vehicle Identity
| VIN | 1FT8W4DTXGEA11615 |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Make | FORD |
| Model | F-450 |
| Trim | Super Duty - Dual Rear Wheel |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK |
Body & Configuration
| Body Style | Pickup |
| Drive Type | 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
Engine
| Engine Cylinders | 8 |
| Displacement (L) | 6.7 |
| Horsepower | 440 |
Manufacturer
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Assembly City | JEFFERSON COUNTY |
| Assembly Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
VIN Structure
| WMI (Chars 1–3) | 1FT |
| Check Digit (Char 9) | X |
| Model Year Code (Char 10) | G |
| Plant Code (Char 11) | E |
| Sequence (Chars 12–17) | A11615 |
Safety Data
| NHTSA Recall Count | 0 |
| NHTSA Complaint Count | 4 |
VIN Structure Decode
ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number
Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 8/2/2026, 6:38:10 PM.