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2016 Ford explorer Structure Problems

Structure complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2016 Ford explorer has 525 NHTSA structure complaints and 3 structure-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2016 Ford explorer

Structure
525
Steering
523
Other
393
Engine
333
Powertrain
195
Electrical
90
Airbags
78
Visibility
46
Speed Control
46
Suspension
45
Wheels
37
Seats
23
Seat Belts
19
Tires
12
Brakes
8
Fuel System
5
Lights
4

525

Complaints

3

Recalls

5

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

Structure Recalls

21V316000

STRUCTURE:BODY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach ...

24V031000

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing t...

25V347000

STRUCTURE:BODY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Explorer vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving...

All Structure Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Apr 7, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers:...
Apr 2, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed...
Apr 2, 2026STRUCTUREWhile driving in the freeway a loud noise came from the outside of the car, I was concerned but no w...
Apr 1, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2...
Mar 29, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, t...
Mar 15, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers:...
Mar 14, 2026STRUCTURERoof rail on passenger side flew off. Clips were broken but some clips still in place. This part i...
Mar 13, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2...
Feb 9, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2...
Feb 3, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign: 21V31600...
Feb 2, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign number: 2...
Jan 14, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, t...
Jan 12, 2026STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER2016 FORD Explorer EXTERIOR A-PILLAR & B-PILLAR APPLIQUE TRIM CLIP THIS MAY RESULT IN THE B-PILLAR...
Jan 2, 2026STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed...
Dec 26, 2025STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed...
Dec 22, 2025STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2...
Dec 15, 2025STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: ...
Dec 15, 2025STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed...
Dec 10, 2025STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign number: 2...
Dec 8, 2025STRUCTUREThe contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 2...

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