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2016 Honda Accord Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 32 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2016 Honda Accord, 5% of its 604 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure was 21,500 miles. One crash is linked to this area, with no related recalls on file.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
32
5% of 604
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
21,500 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

  • Tires lose air suddenly or go flat while driving, triggering the tire pressure warning at highway speed.
  • Front tires fracture or the outer rim area breaks apart, sometimes while driving at speed and requiring a tow.
  • Front wheel area produces cracking, popping, or squeaking noises, with dealers replacing struts, rack, and steering rack components without resolving the issue.
  • A clunking noise from the front suspension over bumps persists after multiple repair attempts, including tightening loose nuts and bolts.
  • Some tires struggle to grip in light snow or on a slight incline, causing wheel spin and skidding.
  • Owners report early rust and oxidization on the undercarriage and suspension shortly after purchase.

When 2016 Honda Accord suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 23, 2016, latest Nov 9, 2025.

2016 Honda Accord suspension, wheels & tires complaints: complaints filed per month3Feb 2016May 2016Jan 2017Dec 2017Jun 2018Jan 2020Dec 2020May 2023
32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2016 to Nov 2025; peak Feb 2018 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2016 Honda Accord

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Accord model year

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

  1. 201037 (6%)
  2. 201123 (8%)
  3. 201243 (12%)
  4. 201342 (3%)
  5. 201443 (4%)
  6. 201532 (5%)
  7. 201632 (5%)
  8. 201749 (9%)
  9. 201829 (2%)
  10. 201918 (3%)
  11. 20209 (2%)
  12. 20213 (1%)
  13. 202211 (4%)
  14. 20233 (4%)
  15. 202412 (9%)
  16. 20256 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheel, and tire complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Honda Accord?
NHTSA lists 32 complaints in this area for the 2016 Accord, which is 5% of the 604 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for suspension or tire problems on the 2016 Honda Accord?
No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area on the 2016 Accord.
At what mileage do suspension or tire problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure for this complaint area is 21,500 miles.
Did any suspension or tire issues lead to a crash?
NHTSA data links one crash to this complaint area for the 2016 Accord, with no reported fires or injuries.
How does 2016 compare to other Accord years for this problem area?
The 2016 Accord's 32 complaints and 5% share are similar to 2015 (32 complaints, 5%) but lower than 2017 (49 complaints, 9%) and 2012 (43 complaints, 12%).

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.