Are suspension, wheel, or tire problems common on the 2016 Ford Escape?

NHTSA shows 41 complaints in this area for the 2016 Escape, which is 4% of the 1,123 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for suspension or tire issues on the 2016 Ford Escape?

No. NHTSA lists no related recalls tied to the Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for this model year.

At what mileage do these problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 44,857 miles, though some owners reported issues, such as tread wear, much earlier.

Did these suspension or tire problems cause any crashes?

NHTSA recorded 3 crashes and 0 fires linked to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2016 Escape, with no injuries reported.

How does 2016 compare to other Ford Escape model years for this problem area?

The 2016 Escape's 41 complaints and 4% share are similar to 2015 (42 complaints, 4%) but lower in raw count than 2017 (89 complaints) and 2014 (70 complaints).

2016 Ford Escape Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 41 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2016 Ford Escape, 4% of all complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 44,857. No related recall covers this area. Owners most often describe premature tire wear, wheel bearing noise, and lug nut/wheel-lock problems.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 41; 4% of 1,123
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 44,857 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Premature tire tread wear reported at low mileage, with tread depths dropping to 5/32 inch well before the tires' rated wear life.
Tire belt separation on factory-fitted tires, discovered before a blowout occurred in at least one case.
Growling or grinding noise from a rear wheel bearing that grew louder with speed and started around 24,000 miles.
Front-end noise or clunking felt over bumps, especially when the steering wheel was turned fully to one side.
Lug nuts or wheel locks that stripped or would not release during a flat tire, in some cases due to the aluminum coating, leaving drivers stranded until roadside assistance intervened.
Early spindle rust reported on one vehicle at very low mileage.

When 2016 Ford Escape suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 16, 2016, latest Mar 18, 2026.

41 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2016 to Mar 2026; peak Jan 2023 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2016 Ford Escape

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Escape model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2005500 (36%)
200673 (16%)
200729 (11%)
200865 (3%)
200928 (2%)
201042 (2%)
201142 (3%)
201215 (3%)
201364 (2%)
201470 (3%)
201542 (4%)
201641 (4%)
201789 (3%)
201832 (2%)
201923 (4%)
202036 (2%)
20217 (2%)
20227 (3%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (1%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Are suspension, wheel, or tire problems common on the 2016 Ford Escape?: NHTSA shows 41 complaints in this area for the 2016 Escape, which is 4% of the 1,123 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for suspension or tire issues on the 2016 Ford Escape?: No. NHTSA lists no related recalls tied to the Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for this model year.
At what mileage do these problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 44,857 miles, though some owners reported issues, such as tread wear, much earlier.
Did these suspension or tire problems cause any crashes?: NHTSA recorded 3 crashes and 0 fires linked to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2016 Escape, with no injuries reported.
How does 2016 compare to other Ford Escape model years for this problem area?: The 2016 Escape's 41 complaints and 4% share are similar to 2015 (42 complaints, 4%) but lower in raw count than 2017 (89 complaints) and 2014 (70 complaints).