How many airbag complaints does the 2016 Ford Explorer have?

NHTSA lists 99 airbag complaints for the 2016 Explorer, which is 4% of all 2,451 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for airbag problems on the 2016 Ford Explorer?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the airbag problem area on this model year.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2016 Explorer?

The median mileage at failure among reported airbag complaints is 51,500 miles.

Have airbag failures caused injuries or crashes on the 2016 Explorer?

NHTSA data tied to airbag complaints for this year show 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 8 injuries.

How does the 2016 Explorer compare to other years for airbag complaints?

The 2016 Explorer's 99 airbag complaints and 4% share are close to 2015's 84 complaints and 5% share, both higher than most other model years listed.

2016 Ford Explorer Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 99 airbag complaints for the 2016 Ford Explorer, 4% of all complaints for the year, tied to 7 crashes and 8 injuries. No related recall is listed for this problem area. Median mileage at failure is 51,500 miles.

Airbags complaints: 99; 4% of 2,451
Crashes reported: 7
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 8
Median mileage: 51,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Owners report the knee airbag deploying in low-speed collisions and causing serious leg lacerations to belted occupants.
Several drivers report airbags failing to deploy at all during moderate-speed crashes, including rear-end and T-bone impacts.
Some owners describe the airbag warning light illuminating alongside engine or transmission warnings, sometimes during a loss of power or limp mode.
One complaint describes a wiring harness fault under the rear seat that triggered the airbag light and reportedly disabled deployment.
A few reports mention rear seat airbag shoulder strap placement sitting too close to a child's face when a booster seat is installed.

When 2016 Ford Explorer airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 11, 2016, latest May 15, 2026.

99 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2016 Q2 to 2026 Q2; peak 2020 Q4 (8).

Airbags recalls for the 2016 Ford Explorer

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Airbags complaints by Explorer model year

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

20106 (5%)
201144 (4%)
201227 (3%)
201318 (1%)
201447 (3%)
201584 (5%)
201699 (4%)
201734 (2%)
201811 (2%)
20192 (1%)
20205 (0%)
20216 (1%)
20227 (3%)
20234 (4%)
20242 (10%)
20254 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does the 2016 Ford Explorer have?: NHTSA lists 99 airbag complaints for the 2016 Explorer, which is 4% of all 2,451 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for airbag problems on the 2016 Ford Explorer?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the airbag problem area on this model year.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2016 Explorer?: The median mileage at failure among reported airbag complaints is 51,500 miles.
Have airbag failures caused injuries or crashes on the 2016 Explorer?: NHTSA data tied to airbag complaints for this year show 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 8 injuries.
How does the 2016 Explorer compare to other years for airbag complaints?: The 2016 Explorer's 99 airbag complaints and 4% share are close to 2015's 84 complaints and 5% share, both higher than most other model years listed.