NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The backup camera monitor may unexpectedly reset to factory settings, causing the camera image to display in reverse.
What the fix does
The 2016 Ford E-350 has 4 recalls, the most serious being a trailer brake controller that can fail to apply the trailer's brakes when slowing down, significantly extending stopping distances and raising the risk of a rear-end crash while towing.
This recall affects vehicles equipped with the 6.8L engine and optional trailer brake controller. When the system fails, the tow vehicle's brakes carry the full braking load of both the truck and the trailer, which can mean the rig simply cannot stop in time in an emergency situation. A separate seat recall covers vehicles that were modified with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seat back cushions: the seat back can fail to stay locked under load during a sudden stop or crash, allowing it to move and exposing the occupant to a higher risk of injury. There is also an equipment recall affecting E-350 units that were converted into ambulances by VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists and fitted with ASA Electronics Voyager backup camera monitors. The monitor can display a mirrored or otherwise misleading image, causing the driver to steer in the wrong direction when reversing around an obstacle.
At a glance
What can fail
The backup camera monitor may unexpectedly reset to factory settings, causing the camera image to display in reverse.
What the fix does
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ASA Electronics will repair or replace the display monitor at no charge. Contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Freedman GO-ES foldaway seat back cushion may not stay locked in place during a crash or sudden stop, posing a safety risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The trailer braking system may fail, requiring longer distances to stop the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The trailer brake controller may fail to activate the trailer brakes on affected 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles with 6.8L engines.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module at no cost to restore proper trailer brake function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.