2016 Ford F-150 Visibility Problems

The rearview camera blacks out constantly when backing up. Forums are full of people with issues and no help from Ford. Wires corrode. Safety issue.

NHTSA ID

11736635

Incident

May 31, 2025

The linkage on the passenger side windshield wiper is known to seize from rust. Canada has a recall on this particular issue, but not America. I have had failing blades in heavy rain as a result.

NHTSA ID

11736633

Incident

May 31, 2025

I was driving down the road with my windshield wipers as it was raining and they suddenly just stopped in the middle of the window. Imagine driving and suddenly can’t see???? Oh yeah not to mention we had to have it towed because it’s raining!!!!

NHTSA ID

11735339

Incident

May 1, 2026

Exploding rear window. This is twice that it's happened to this truck.

NHTSA ID

11732384

Incident

Apr 20, 2026

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rattling and wind sound coming from the panoramic roof. While attempting to inspect the vehicle, the contact stated that the panoramic roof glass seized, opened, and failed to close. The contact stated that the panoramic roof glass seemed as if it was about to fracture. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the contact was informed that the repair was very expensive and not worth the cost. The contact referenced an unknown recall with a similar failure description; however, the VIN was not associated with the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

NHTSA ID

11717674

Incident

Dec 11, 2024

Turn Signals, Speed Control Radio Functions, Windsheild Wipers STOPPED WORKING! It effects people in front ,back or side knowing what I am doing so they can react like turning in any direction , My vision is blocked during rain or snow and will cause an accident harming me or others . ' No warning lamps came on when problem happened ! ' Problem has been confirmed by a Qualified Mechanic !

NHTSA ID

11715906

Incident

Dec 25, 2025

When shifting into reverse, backup camera screen went to a constant blue screen — no rear image at all now.

NHTSA ID

11715266

Incident

Aug 22, 2025

Back up camera failure the day after I bought the truck from a dealership. With the vehicle lifted in the rear and the blind spots it has mirrors only do so much before you have to open the door while backing up just to make sure it’s good enough or you aren’t sticking out while parked. It hasn’t been professionally inspected. No lights but it started as a black screen with green lines and eventually turned to a bright blue screen that is blinding at night when trying to back up.

NHTSA ID

11703503

Incident

Jul 16, 2024

The window has little specs between the glass it’s very hard to see when the sun is blaring on it .its not anything on the window Sheild or on the inside glass it’s between the glass.

NHTSA ID

11684503

Incident

Feb 5, 2025

THE WINDSHIELD HAS TINY SPEC BETWEEN THE GLASS NOT A SCRATCH ON WINDOW OR CHIPS WHEN ITS REALY SUNNY OUT YOU CANT SEE IT REALLY HARD.THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL AT NO CHARGE.ITS AN ACCIDENT READY TO HAPPEN.

NHTSA ID

11678723

Incident

Feb 5, 2025

Driving through thunderstorms the rear sliding window popped out from the bracket. The top bracket came loose allowing the window to pop out. This top bracket was fastened with 4 strips of 2 sided tape. Had to pull over and tape the window & bracket.

NHTSA ID

11673596

Incident

May 1, 2025

Rear camera image becomes distorted or inoperable during reversing. Discovered recent a recall covers many similar vehicles however not my specific vehicle despite having the same issue.

NHTSA ID

11658532

Incident

May 2, 2025

The windshield wiper linkage could corrode and seize. If this happens, the windshield wipers may not work. Windshield wipers that don't work could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA ID

11648606

Incident

Jan 17, 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the HVAC system was not functioning properly. Due to the failure, the contact was unable to activate the front windshield defroster. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the blend door actuator. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V726000 (Visibility), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 120,000.

NHTSA ID

11644546

Incident

Feb 24, 2025

Mileage

120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the sunroof independently closed and opened. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the sunroof latch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 142,000.

NHTSA ID

11644143

Incident

Jun 21, 2024

Mileage

142,000 mi

When operating the turn signal and using the wipers on delay, I smelled a plastic like burning smell thinking it was the wiring in the controller arm. This happened several times and eventually the wiper runs 100% on the time delay with no way to turn off except by pulling the fuse. I can operate the normal speeds of the wipers when it rains if needed but I still get a smell sometimes. I have not had the issue looked at but will next week at an independent repair shop. I'm concerned maybe an electrical issue could cause a fire at some point in time.

NHTSA ID

11639861

Incident

Jul 15, 2024

The contact's son owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 60 - 65 MPH with the defroster activated, the rear windshield started to crack. The driver drove the vehicle to the contact's residence and parked the vehicle. The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was prompted to leave a voicemail. The contact had not heard back from the dealer. The contact had made an appointment with a local glass replacement company. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer to determine if the failure was caused by an impact before receiving assistance with the replacement. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 85,986.

NHTSA ID

11634395

Incident

Jan 6, 2025

Mileage

85,986 mi

My F150 2016 rear glass shatter for no reason. it was parked in driveway and when I came out of morning.

NHTSA ID

11634265

Incident

Jan 5, 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and attempting to open the sunroof, the sunroof made an abnormal popping sound. The contact noticed that the panoramic sunroof panel had become inoperable. The contact stated that the sunroof panel and the sunroof rails had fractured. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer confirmed that the VIN was not under recall and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

NHTSA ID

11627458

Incident

Nov 26, 2024

Mileage

85,000 mi

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that there was a loud pop coming from the vehicle while driving approximately 60 MPH, and the contact became aware that rear windshield had exploded. There was no impact to cause the failure. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer confirmed there were no recalls on the VIN for the failure. The failure mileage was 27,811.

NHTSA ID

11618628

Incident

Oct 7, 2024

Mileage

27,811 mi

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while opening the panoramic moon roof, the moon roof functioned as intended; however, the moon roof then failed to close. Later, the contact became aware that the moon roof would open but not close. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the moon roof assembly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 77,000.

NHTSA ID

11600487

Incident

Jul 9, 2024

Mileage

77,000 mi

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to open the sunroof, the sunroof failed to open and made an abnormal powerful roaring sound. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact of a Class Action Lawsuit being opened regarding the failure. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.

NHTSA ID

11595491

Incident

Jun 1, 2020

Mileage

44,000 mi

Got into vehicle and before starting window just shattered. No issues prior with the rear window just random and for no apparent reason it shattered from inside out.

NHTSA ID

11590906

Incident

May 27, 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, water leaked from the sunroof onto the contact, the dashboard, the center console, and the passenger's side of the vehicle, and there was a mildew odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated that there were no prior failures that could have caused the leak. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a leak in the sunroof. The vehicle was repaired, however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

NHTSA ID

11588723

Incident

Jan 1, 2020

The windshield wipers are stuck on the slowest, intermittent speed and won’t turn off. This is a known issue.

NHTSA ID

11575083

Incident

Feb 1, 2024