The 2016 Ford E-350 has 4 recalls, the most serious being a trailer brake controller that can fail to activate the trailer's brakes when slowing down, extending stopping distances and raising the risk of a crash while towing.
Only vehicles with the 6.8L engine and the optional trailer brake controller are affected by that issue. On the occupant safety side, certain vehicles modified with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seat back cushions may have a seat back that does not stay locked under load, meaning it can shift during a sudden stop or crash and leave the occupant without proper support. There is also a recall affecting E-350 ambulances converted by VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists, where a backup camera monitor can display a mirrored image, causing the driver to steer the wrong direction when reversing.
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
ASA Electronics will repair or replace the display monitor at no charge. Contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.
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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.
