Short answer: The 2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty with the 6.7-liter Power Stroke uses a Motorcraft cartridge-style oil filter designed for the 6.7L diesel. The exact part number can vary by production date and VIN, so verify with Ford’s official parts catalog or your dealership to be sure.
Understanding the 6.7L Power Stroke filter design
The 2016 F-350’s 6.7L Power Stroke uses a cartridge-style oil filtration system housed in a canister. Rather than a traditional spin-on filter, you replace just the filter element inside the housing. Ford’s recommended OEM option is the Motorcraft oil filter element, and many aftermarket cross-references exist, but a VIN-specific check is the most reliable way to confirm compatibility.
Why the exact part number matters
Ford updated filter designs and part numbers over the course of production, and there can be subtle differences between builds within the 2016 model year. Using the correct Motorcraft filter element (as indicated for your vehicle’s VIN) helps ensure proper fitment, filtration efficiency, and sealing. When in doubt, a dealer or reputable parts retailer can pull the exact part from Ford’s catalog using your VIN.
How to confirm the correct filter for your truck
To ensure you purchase the correct oil filter, use these steps: check the vehicle identification number (VIN) and consult the Ford Parts Catalog or your owner's manual; inspect the current filter (the part number is often printed on the filter element or housing); or contact a Ford dealer, providing your VIN for an exact cross-reference. If you shop aftermarket, look for a cross-reference that explicitly lists compatibility with the 6.7L Power Stroke engine in 2011–2016 F-350/F-450 Super Duty models.
OEM vs aftermarket cross-references
Motorcraft is Ford’s OE option and is widely recommended for diesel applications. Aftermarket brands such as Wix, Baldwin, Mann-Filter, Bosch, and Fleetguard offer compatible filter elements, but you should verify the fitment against your vehicle’s VIN and engine specification. Cross-references can save money, but accuracy is essential to avoid incorrect fitment or filtration issues on the 6.7L diesel.
Maintenance reminders
Always pair the correct oil filter with the appropriate engine oil specification and change interval for your driving conditions. The 6.7L Power Stroke typically requires diesel-grade oil and a maintenance schedule that aligns with Ford’s guidance or your vehicle’s owner manual. Replacing the filter with the exact OEM or approved equivalent helps maintain filtration performance and engine longevity.
Summary
For the 2016 F-350 Super Duty equipped with the 6.7L Power Stroke, use a Motorcraft oil filter element designed for that engine. Because part numbers can vary by production date and VIN, verify the exact filter with Ford’s parts catalog or your dealer before purchasing. Aftermarket cross-references can be viable options if they explicitly list compatibility with the 6.7L Power Stroke and your model year.