2016 Ford F-150 Specs
The 2016 F-150 carries over the four engines of the first aluminum-body year, all with a 6-speed automatic: the 282 hp 3.5L V6, 325 hp 2.7L EcoBoost, 365 hp 3.5L EcoBoost and 385 hp 5.0L V8. Ford rates it at up to 12,200 lb of towing and 3,270 lb of payload when properly equipped.
4 versions · 13th gen (P552) · Updated Oct 2026
- Oil capacity
- 6.0–7.7 qt
- by version ↓
- Tire size
- 245/70R17
- Bolt pattern
- 6x135
- all versions
- MPG combined
- 18–21 mpg
Versions #versions
Compare versions #compare
| 3.5L V6 | 2.7L EcoBoost | 5.0L V8 | 3.5L EcoBoost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 282 hp | 325 hp | 385 hp | 365 hp |
| Torque | 253 lb-ft | 375 lb-ft | 387 lb-ft | 420 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Oil capacity | 6.3 qt | 6.0 qt | 7.7 qt | 6.0 qt |
| Tire size | 245/70R17 | 245/70R17 | 245/70R17 | 245/70R17 |
| MPG combined | 20 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Curb weight | 4,051 lb | 4,621 lb | 4,895 lb | — |
Recalls #recalls
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Transmission may suddenly downshift into second gear
NHTSA 26V237000 · Apr 14, 2026 · Automatic transmission
A loss of signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module can make the transmission downshift into second gear unexpectedly.
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Brake fluid may leak into the brake booster
NHTSA 22V150000 · Mar 11, 2022 · Brake master cylinder (3.5L EcoBoost)
On trucks with the 3.5L EcoBoost, the brake master cylinder may let fluid leak from the front brake circuit into the brake booster.
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Brake fluid may leak into the brake booster
NHTSA 20V332000 · Jun 8, 2020 · Brake master cylinder (3.5L EcoBoost)
On trucks with the 3.5L EcoBoost, the brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.
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Relocated block heater may damage its cable
NHTSA 20V098000 · Feb 21, 2020 · Engine block heater (3.5L EcoBoost)
On trucks with the 3.5L EcoBoost, the block immersion heater may have been moved from its original position, putting it close enough to hot engine parts to damage the cable.
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Block heater cable may be damaged by the 18V894 repair
NHTSA 19V278000 · Apr 8, 2019 · Engine block heater
On trucks repaired under recall 18V894, the block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged during the repair.
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Water may corrode the block heater cable connector
NHTSA 18V894000 · Dec 18, 2018 · Engine block heater
On trucks with an engine block heater, water and dirt can get into the heater cable's splice connector and corrode it.
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Pretensioner sparks may start a fire
NHTSA 18V568000 · Aug 31, 2018 · Seat belt pretensioners
On Regular Cab and SuperCrew trucks, sparks from a front seat belt pretensioner firing in a crash may ignite carpet or insulation in the B-pillar area.
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Loose seat adjuster bolts may let the seat cushion detach
NHTSA 17V767000 · Nov 29, 2017 · Power front seats
Loose pivot bolts in the power seat adjuster may let a front seat cushion detach, so the seat may not restrain its occupant in a crash.
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Doors may open while driving
NHTSA 17V652000 · Oct 16, 2017 · Door latches
A bent or kinked door actuation cable, or a latch that freezes after water gets in, can let a door open while driving even though it looks closed.
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Left rear inflatable seat belt buckle may be loose
NHTSA 17V526000 · Aug 28, 2017 · Rear seat belt (SuperCrew)
On SuperCrew trucks, the left rear inflatable seat belt buckle may not be properly attached to its mounting bracket, which fails the federal seat belt anchorage standard.
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Accessory chrome handle covers may let doors unlatch
NHTSA 17V331000 · May 22, 2017 · Door handles
Trucks built with black or body-color door handles that later got a dealer-sold chrome handle cover kit may have doors that unlatch in a side impact.
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Manual recline seat back may have weak welds
NHTSA 16V475000 · Jun 28, 2016 · Driver's seat recliner
On trucks with a manual-recline driver's seat, the seat back frame may have insufficient welds and not meet the federal seating standard.
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Passenger air bag may not deploy when the seat massager is on
NHTSA 16V110000 · Feb 25, 2016 · Passenger air bag sensing (Multi-Contour Seats)
On trucks built April 27 to November 22, 2015 with Multi-Contour Seats, the front passenger occupant classification system may read an adult as a child while the seat massage runs, so the passenger frontal air bag would not deploy in a crash.
FAQ
What is the bolt pattern on a 2016 Ford F-150?
The 2016 F-150 uses a 6x135 bolt pattern (six lugs on a 135 mm circle) with M14x1.5 lug nuts.
What is the lug nut torque on a 2016 F-150?
Ford specifies 150 lb-ft (204 N·m) for the M14x1.5 wheel lug nuts.
How much can a 2016 F-150 tow?
Up to 12,200 lb with the 3.5L EcoBoost and the Max Trailer Tow Package. The 5.0L V8 tows up to 11,100 lb, the 2.7L EcoBoost 8,500 lb and the 3.5L V6 7,600 lb.
How big is the gas tank on a 2016 F-150?
The owner's manual lists a 23.0-gallon tank, with a 36.0-gallon tank optional.
How long is a 2016 F-150?
From 209.3 in (Regular Cab, 6.5-foot box) to 250.5 in (SuperCab, 8-foot box). Every cab is 79.9 in wide without mirrors.
Sources: 2016 Ford F-150 Owner's Manual (third printing), 2016 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide (horsepower, torque, towing, payload), 2016 Ford F-150 brochure (trim tire sizes, dimensions), Edmunds 2016 Ford F-150 features & specs (curb weight), EPA fueleconomy.gov, NHTSA recalls, Ford Performance Parts (bolt pattern). Updated Oct 2026.