2016 Ford Explorer Steering Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are steering problems on the 2016 Ford Explorer?
532 owners have reported steering problems on the 2016 Ford Explorer, 22% of all complaints for this year and the 2nd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 42,000–80,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
532 complaints 22% of all 2016 complaints 58,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (342 of 532). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Steering complaints by the year the problem happened.
Steering complaints by Explorer year
Related recalls
No recall covers steering problems on the 2016 Ford Explorer. See all 15 recalls for this year.
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Other 2016 Ford Explorer problems
Common questions
What are common 2016 Ford Explorer steering problems?
Complaints most often name the rack and pinion, electric power assist system and rack.
At what mileage do 2016 Ford Explorer steering problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 42,000–80,000 miles. The middle value is about 58,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2016 Ford Explorer steering problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2016 Ford Explorer. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Explorer year has the most steering complaints?
The 2013 Explorer, with 835 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.