How many seat belt complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Ford Explorer?

NHTSA lists 40 seat belt complaints for the 2016 Explorer, which is 2% of the 2,451 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2016 Ford Explorer seat belts?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this seat belt issue on the 2016 Explorer.

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

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 47,000 miles.

Did seat belt problems cause crashes or injuries on the 2016 Explorer?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the 40 seat belt complaints for the 2016 Explorer.

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

The 2016 Explorer had 40 seat belt complaints, the highest count among model years listed, compared to 38 in 2015 and 23 in 2017.

2016 Ford Explorer Seat Belts Problems

NHTSA lists 40 seat belt complaints for the 2016 Ford Explorer, 2% of its 2,451 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure is 47,000 miles. There is no related recall on file for this issue.

Seat Belts complaints: 40; 2% of 2,451
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 47,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical seat belt symptoms owners report

Owners report the seat belt latch or buckle housing cracking or fracturing, preventing the belt from buckling.
Second-row captain chair seat belt housings reportedly break apart internally, leaving the plastic casing loose and the buckle unusable.
Several owners describe the airbag warning light coming on due to a wiring harness issue tied to the second-row seat belt airbag system, referenced in service bulletin 16-0001.
Some report the second-row middle seat belt failing to unlatch as designed, trapping a child in the seat.
One owner reported a captain chair seat belt buckle randomly stopping working, with the housing unit needing full replacement.

When 2016 Ford Explorer seat belt complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 17, 2016, latest Apr 23, 2026.

40 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2016 to Apr 2026; peak Oct 2019 (2).

Seat Belts recalls for the 2016 Ford Explorer

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Seat Belts complaints by Explorer model year

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

20052 (0%)
20066 (1%)
20071 (0%)
20084 (3%)
20092 (6%)
20101 (1%)
201114 (1%)
201214 (2%)
201320 (1%)
201427 (2%)
201538 (2%)
201640 (2%)
201723 (1%)
20188 (1%)
20191 (0%)
202018 (1%)
20213 (1%)
20225 (2%)
20235 (5%)
20241 (5%)
20251 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

How many seat belt complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Ford Explorer?: NHTSA lists 40 seat belt complaints for the 2016 Explorer, which is 2% of the 2,451 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2016 Ford Explorer seat belts?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this seat belt issue on the 2016 Explorer.
At what mileage do seat belt problems typically show up on the 2016 Explorer?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 47,000 miles.
Did seat belt problems cause crashes or injuries on the 2016 Explorer?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the 40 seat belt complaints for the 2016 Explorer.
How does the 2016 Explorer compare to other years for seat belt complaints?: The 2016 Explorer had 40 seat belt complaints, the highest count among model years listed, compared to 38 in 2015 and 23 in 2017.