2016 Ford Mustang Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 3%of 380 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 7,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the steering of the 2016 Ford Mustang, 3% of the 380 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 7,900 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle shut down 2 times, once in traffic, did restart, seemingly because of low system voltage caused by a parasitic draw on the battery which has been present since new. Multiple DTC's in history which I can supply, Ford of course knows nothing, but I have seen many complaints on web pages about s550 battery draw.”
NHTSA complaint #11186897, filed 2019-03, 1,500 miles“I just bought a 2016 Mustang gt from a local dealership. Since then I've had my car in their shop 5 times for a intermetint extreme pull to left. I have made several attempts to have this taken care of now it is getting to the point where I am having to research possible issues and tell their mechanics. This is the 3rd car I've been through in 2 months with this same issue a 2013 Mustang gt and a 2015 Mustang gt now my newest 2016 gt as they are getting to the point of tired of me and basically telling me it's time to deal with Ford and figure out this issue and report back to them. …”
NHTSA complaint #11141325, filed 2018-10, 14,000 miles“Temporary loss of control of vehicle due to shaking, popping, vibration and loud noise from steering assembly, car wheels and steering wheel when initiating initial movement of vehicle from a cold condition (startup from a cold/parked state). This has happened repeatedly on an intermittent basis in the four months that I have owned this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10826040, filed 2016-02, 100 miles“Vehicle electronic power steer failed while cruising approximately 60mph on a straight section of road. Power assist disabled, vehicle still driveable just no power assist. Problem will clear itself if vehicle is shut off and restarted but returns a short time later”
NHTSA complaint #11207531, filed 2019-05, 6,800 miles“While driving in forward and backing up vehicle complete loss of electric power steering. Including warning cel for service advanctrac, hill assist n/a and traction control. This has occurred on multiple occasions and has been take to dealership multiple times. The loss of power steering is extremely dangerous and almost impossible to control vehicle. 3 times on city streets while turning and 4 times on driveway.”
NHTSA complaint #10957465, filed 2017-02, 3,100 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10230933Jan 23, 2023During replacement of the electronic power assist system (EPAS) steering gear assembly on 2015-2023 Mustang vehicles, removal and replacement of the inner tie rods and bellows…
- 10144947Aug 24, 2018When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to the DLC located on the driver side…
- 10095995Nov 17, 2016Some 2010-2016 epas equipped vehicles may exhibit steering related noises. The workshop manual (wsm) diagnostic procedures have been updated in section 211-02. When diagnosing…
- 10090662Oct 10, 2016When hooking up the vehicle communication module (vcm) and integrated diagnostic system (ids) to the dlc located on the driver side under the steering column at the gwm, make…
- 10092562Aug 22, 2016When hooking up the vehicle communication module (vcm) and integrated diagnostic system (ids) to the dlc located on the driver side under the steering column at the gwm, make…
- 10204994Mar 1, 2016Online automotive service information system for March 2016
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 5% |
| 2024 | 4 | 5% |
| 2023 | 5 | 33% |
| 2022 | 8 | 16% |
| 2021 | 1 | 2% |
| 2020 | 3 | 2% |
| 2019 | 6 | 4% |
| 2018 | 4 | 2% |
| 2017 | 11 | 4% |
| 2016 | 12 | 3% |
| 2015 | 18 | 4% |
| 2014 | 22 | 6% |
| 2013 | 10 | 4% |
| 2012 | 16 | 3% |
| 2011 | 25 | 5% |
| 2010 | 3 | 1% |
| 2009 | 3 | 2% |
| 2008 | 6 | 2% |
| 2007 | 12 | 2% |
| 2006 | 2 | 0% |
| 2005 | 8 | 1% |
| 2004 | 3 | 3% |
| 2003 | 2 | 1% |
| 2002 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 5 | 3% |
| 2000 | 13 | 4% |
| 1999 | 10 | 5% |
| 1998 | 22 | 9% |
| 1997 | 8 | 5% |
| 1996 | 12 | 5% |
| 1995 | 30 | 5% |
| 1994 | 9 | 3% |
| 1993 | 4 | 4% |
| 1992 | 5 | 7% |
| 1991 | 2 | 3% |
| 1990 | 3 | 4% |
| 1989 | 1 | 1% |
| 1988 | 4 | 4% |
| 1987 | 1 | 3% |
| 1985 | 1 | 6% |
| 1984 | 3 | 17% |
| 1983 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2016 Ford Mustang
76 complaintsElectrical system
73 complaintsOther or unknown
70 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
52 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
29 complaintsBody and structure
28 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
27 complaintsFuel system
21 complaintsBrakes
17 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Ford Mustang
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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