general problems of the 2016 Honda Accord

22 problems related to steering have been reported for the 2016 Honda Accord. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Honda Accord based on all problems reported for the 2016 Accord.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/25/2025

I was driving and the skid, brake, abs and steering light came on. I was with my kids so I immediately slowed down and contacted my mechanic. We initially thought it would be a sensor. After hooking it up, it was detected to be the abs brake module. After further research this is a “normal” issue. A new module is expensive $2500 with the dealer and is on back order for 3 months. We have shipped the module to CA (I’m in TN) to get it “repaired”. I have been without a car for 3weeks and still waiting. This is insane and should be recalled. I hope the “repair” fixes the issue.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 02/05/2025

Steering wheel locked up and all dashboard lights turned on while driving.

3 Steering problem

Failure Date: 01/27/2024

Battery turned off car was really load when I started it and later when drive the car didnt slow down like normal.

4 Steering problem

Failure Date: 09/12/2022

Driving about 40 mph on a city street with moderate traffic, and the car started to drift uncontrollably, as if sliding on ice. I felt no control with the steering wheel. It lasted about 20-30 seconds. No warning lights came on. I pulled into a service station, and checked the tire pressure and it was normal. Continued on my way and no other problems. I have not taken the car into the shop for any inspection as of yet. I felt that I was at extreme safety risk with the car drifting uncontrollably, had it veered into other lanes of traffic.

5 Steering problem

Failure Date: 09/02/2022

2016 Honda Accord - sedan (48,000 miles) is pulling to the right. (hands free) at the count of 3, the vehicle is off the road (scary!). Took to Honda dealer for service. Wheel alignment was done. Expensive continental tires (2 years olds) were moved from front to the back. I returned to the dealer once I left the service center because it seemed even worse. The advisor took it for a test drive and said it was because I was on a hill/slope. A few days later, I test drove the car with a friend who said for certain I have a problem. I have an appointment to go back to the Honda service center again. I do not know if this is a alignment problem? or bad tires? there is a solution to every problem. Find the answer.

6 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/14/2022

Vsa abs module on 2016 Accord, throws all sorts of codes and millions of people are having the same issue around the same time & milage, ranges from 2013-2017 Honda Accord. Can cause loss of traction, brake assisast. I've tried to have this repaird and there is also none anywhere to buy and Honda doesnt want to issue a recall. This should be investiagted and Honda be held accounatable.

7 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2022

Vsa modulator in the Honda Accords go bad, specially the 2013-2017 model years. There are so many bulltins etc on the internet if you look it up youd see ,millions of people are having the same issue. This affets braking & traction. Traction control is no longer useable and the abs system does not work since this is all apart of the abs system. Search Honda Accord vsa modulator recall 2016 Honda Accord you will see tons and tons of complains about the same part. Honda knows and it seems as if they dont want to recall this. This is clearly a defect. I am unable to pass safety inspection in my state the last two years due to this issue. There is also none of these vsa modules in the states. Ive asked time and time again and they dont have a n eta. This is a huge safety concern as it affects braking and traction control. I also reached out to Honda corporate as well as other people who have this issue. This issue has been reported to the NHTSA several times as well. This should not be happening. This is affecting millions of people and osmething needs to be done about it.

8 Steering problem

Failure Date: 03/18/2022

1. The steering system is malfunctioning. My steering is loose and choppy when returning to the center. It feels as if my tires are gliding/skating across the road. 2. I feel like I don't have control of my car. 3. The dealers claim nothing is wrong with my car. 4. Yes, it has been inspected by Honda east and kings performance Honda and both dealerships claim there is no issue. 5. The issue first appeared over a month ago and there were no warnings, sounds, or messages only a feeling through the steering wheel/column.

9 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/29/2021

The car drifts to the left and to the right after a few seconds. It has been aligned with all 4 tires balanced and rotated twice but the car will drift within a few seconds. The dealership wants to blame road crown for this and nothing with the steering of the car.

10 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/08/2021

Travelling on interstate highway at speed limit of 70 mph. Car started to drift to the left, started to try and ease back right into the lane and car went out of control right and off the road into the woods on the side of interstate and into trees.

11 Steering problem

Failure Date: 04/29/2021

Vehicle pulls to the right randomly, sometimes hard, sometimes gently. Vehicle will also pull harder right when braking randomly. Sometimes vehicle will pull left when braking. Dealer has aligned the vehicle 3 times in a month no change. Still having same issue. Dealer tried to blame the brand new michelin tires. I know there are steering issues with 2013-2015 Accords please consider adding 2016 Accords to this also. They also checked the brakes and suspension and say all that is good. I know I am not the only 2016 Accord owner complaining about this issue. Accord forums confirm this. Please investigate this. Thank you.

12 Steering problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2019

The car vibration increases whenever the car is in drive and idling at a stop light, stop sign, parking lot, etc. During cold weather temperatures the vibration is excessive and can make a rattling noise come from the engine. This has been happening for a few months now continuously. Honda dealerships refuses to consider it as an issue.

13 Steering problem

Failure Date: 08/18/2018

I was driving on 35-38 mph in a 35mph zone. The road was curving in the form of a c and my tires started to skid. Once I applied brakes and I couldn't feel anything braking and once again applied, the car turned 90 degree, straightened out on the road but not completely meaning the car was still going forward in the direction on the road but a 30 degree angle. I couldn't control steering or brakes and hit a fire hydrant at the end. I asked the insurance company to contact Honda for details know the different control units and reading but they didn't want to go that route. Now my insurance rate is up and I have 2 points since the cops didn't believe it could have been the cars fault.

14 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/14/2018

On Monday, may 14, 2018, I was driving on the freeway and a very scary situation happened while driving. My steering wheel suddenly tightened up and I felt, as though I was no longer in control of my car. I slowed down because I was not sure what was going to happen next. I managed to drive to a Honda dearer.

15 Steering problem

Failure Date: 02/19/2017

I was driving my car when suddenly the steering wheel became very heavy and it was almost impossible to turn it to any direction. The hydraulic system stopped working without any warning. I was traveling at very slow speed (20 miles/h) on a very calm street. So I could manage to stop on the shoulder. I turn off the engine. After some seconds I turn on the engine and the steering wheel started working properly again. The fact is that if this had happened on the highway certainly the outcome would be an serious accident.

16 Steering problem

Failure Date: 09/09/2016

While parallel parking in my neighborhood, the steering became stiff, to the point that the steering wheel could not be turned.

17 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/13/2016

The contact owns a 2016 Honda Accord. While driving 25 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed, but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 575. The VIN was not available.

18 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/11/2016

Takata recall the frame is corroded, the suspension veers to the left, windshield wipers do not provide visability, emission problems, transmission problems, front end alignment off, does not have door lock, does not accelerate past 60, car shakes.

19 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/06/2016

The contact owned a 2016 Honda Accord. While driving around a bend at approximately 35 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact crashed into a telephone phone. The air bags deployed. The driver sustained injuries to the neck, back, right arm, and left knee that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 106.

20 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/03/2016

Car was purchased brand new from dealership in fort smith, ar. Upon inspection 10 days after purchase. (miles: 502) vehicle undercarriage and suspension had significant rust and oxidization damage. In this region of the united states- rust is very uncommon if not ever present, much less, on a brand new vehicle. After numerous attempts to work with american Honda and the local dealership, they claim to have exhausted all efforts and have done all "repairs" they intend to do. The work done was only surface removal and since then, a rear oil leak has developed and the back seat door panels have separated from the body of the vehicle. Let it be known that I have been without a vehicle since the beginning of this process, June 3, 2016. This is unacceptable and unbelievable that a brand new vehicle has this extent of rust damage. I am a mechanic with over 40 years of experience and have never seen this type of damage on a vehicle, let alone a new purchase. If I would have known this would even be an issue, I would have inspected the vehicle before purchase. Because of it being a new vehicle, who would have expected this problem from a trusted vehicle brand such as Honda?! I have made sure to document this thoroughly and have more than 70 photos for your review. Please contact me anytime for those or any additional documentation you might need.

21 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/28/2016

Lately, I decided not to drive my 2016 Honda Accord on the highway for safety precaution until the Honda dealership does something about my car. I don't have full control of steering wheel about 40 mph. I took back four times, the dealership mechanic saw nothing wrong. I know it is steering issue. One would have to drive the car for a while to encounter the problem that am having with it. I will take it back after the holiday for a replacement. One way or another I will not keep on driving a car which represents a safety issue for me and others. The problem is felt on both, the city street and the highway.

22 Steering problem

Failure Date: 04/09/2016

At less than 600 miles, suddenly while driving at less than 30mph,transmission failure, in drive, operated like low gear. Car rattle, warning lights flashing: electric power steering, cylinder malfunction, tpms, and vsa.


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