How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Subaru Forester?

NHTSA lists 19 steering complaints for the 2016 Forester, which is 5% of the 414 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2016 Subaru Forester?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for this model year.

At what mileage do steering problems tend to show up on the 2016 Forester?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints is 15,000 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.

Did steering issues cause any crashes or injuries in the 2016 Forester?

Yes. NHTSA data links 3 crashes and 3 injuries to steering-related complaints for this model year, with no fires reported.

How does the 2016 Forester compare to other years for steering complaints?

The 2016 Forester's 19 steering complaints (5% share) are similar to 2015 (19 complaints, 3% share) and lower than 2017 and 2018, which each had 25 complaints.

2016 Subaru Forester Steering Problems

NHTSA logged 19 steering complaints for the 2016 Subaru Forester, 5% of its 414 total complaints for the year. Three crashes and three injuries were linked to this area, with a median failure mileage of 15,000 miles, and there is no related recall.

Steering complaints: 19; 5% of 414
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 15,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel locks up unexpectedly while parked or when restarting the vehicle, sometimes triggering an error message.
Power steering assist fails suddenly with no warning while driving, then returns to normal or stays off.
Rear end shifts or fishtails to one side over bumps or on wet/icy pavement, making the steering feel unresponsive.
Vehicle veers sharply in the opposite direction of steering input during low-speed maneuvers like parking or U-turns.
Horn and clock-spring mechanism inside the steering wheel fails after the warranty period, described as a safety concern.

When 2016 Subaru Forester steering complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 14, 2015, latest Jul 17, 2023.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2015 to Jul 2023; peak Dec 2015 (1).

Steering recalls for the 2016 Subaru Forester

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Forester model year

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

20052 (2%)
20069 (10%)
20073 (4%)
20084 (8%)
20093 (2%)
20105 (2%)
20111 (1%)
20121 (1%)
20130 (0%)
201416 (4%)
201519 (3%)
201619 (5%)
201725 (4%)
201825 (5%)
201914 (2%)
202011 (2%)
20213 (1%)
20222 (2%)
20231 (1%)
20241 (3%)
20251 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Subaru Forester?: NHTSA lists 19 steering complaints for the 2016 Forester, which is 5% of the 414 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2016 Subaru Forester?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the steering complaints for this model year.
At what mileage do steering problems tend to show up on the 2016 Forester?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints is 15,000 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.
Did steering issues cause any crashes or injuries in the 2016 Forester?: Yes. NHTSA data links 3 crashes and 3 injuries to steering-related complaints for this model year, with no fires reported.
How does the 2016 Forester compare to other years for steering complaints?: The 2016 Forester's 19 steering complaints (5% share) are similar to 2015 (19 complaints, 3% share) and lower than 2017 and 2018, which each had 25 complaints.