YearToAvoid

2016 Honda Accord Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 30 steering complaints for the 2016 Honda Accord, 5% of its 604 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure was 21,879 miles. No steering-related recall is on file for this year.

Steering complaints
30
5% of 604
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
3
Median mileage
21,879 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

  • Some owners report the steering wheel seizing or locking up suddenly while turning, in one case at low speed while rounding a bend.
  • Several owners describe the car drifting left or right on its own, requiring constant correction even after alignment and tire work.
  • One owner reported the steering wheel locking up specifically when shifting into reverse, alongside unrelated electrical glitches.
  • A screeching noise from the steering wheel area was reported during low-speed left turns.
  • One owner described repeated steering failures over time, with the problem returning even after dealer repairs with replacement parts.

When 2016 Honda Accord steering complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 10, 2016, latest Jun 18, 2026.

2016 Honda Accord steering complaints: complaints filed per month2Apr 2016Sep 2016Nov 2017Jun 2019May 2021Oct 2023Nov 2025
30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2016 to Jun 2026; peak Sep 2016 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2016 Honda Accord

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Accord model year

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

  1. 201018 (3%)
  2. 201121 (7%)
  3. 201251 (14%)
  4. 2013499 (35%)
  5. 2014142 (14%)
  6. 201578 (13%)
  7. 201630 (5%)
  8. 201724 (4%)
  9. 201860 (3%)
  10. 201927 (4%)
  11. 202022 (6%)
  12. 20218 (3%)
  13. 202213 (5%)
  14. 202316 (19%)
  15. 202447 (33%)
  16. 202541 (48%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Honda Accord?
NHTSA lists 30 steering complaints for the 2016 Accord, which is 5% of the 604 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2016 Honda Accord?
No. The data shows no related recalls listed for steering on the 2016 Accord.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2016 Accord?
The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2016 Accord is 21,879 miles.
Did steering problems cause any crashes on the 2016 Accord?
Yes. NHTSA data tied to steering and related complaints for this model year includes 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries.
How does the 2016 Accord compare to other years for steering complaints?
The 2016 Accord's 30 steering complaints and 5% share are lower than years like 2013, which had 499 steering complaints and a 35% share.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.