Defroster/defogger/hvac System problems of the 2016 Ford F-150

Two problems related to defroster/defogger/hvac system have been reported for the 2016 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2016 F-150.

1 Defroster/defogger/hvac System problem

Failure Date: 12/08/2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the rear window defroster failed to operate as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the dealer did not have the equipment or capability of repairing the vehicle. The contact was then referred to an independent mechanic who provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000.

2 Defroster/defogger/hvac System problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2020

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the backup camera and vehicle alert system would intermittently malfunction causing a visibility and safety hazard for the driver while in reverse. Also, the defrost system was intermittently faulty. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the failure listed was due to a faulty accessory protocol interface module (apim) computer system and the system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 75,000.




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