2016 Ford Explorer Police Intercept recalls and problems
No recalls and 21 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Ford Explorer Police Intercept.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2016 Ford Explorer Police Intercept recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
The contact stated that the Police Department owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while a Police Officer was attempting to drive the vehicle; however, the steering wheel seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the Government mechanic who previously diagnosed the vehicle…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPTOR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE DOWNSHIFTED INDEPENDENTLY WITH THE RPMS INCREASING RAPIDLY. THE CONTACT STATED HE WAS UNAWARE IF THERE WAS ANY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY…
THE PLASTIC PIECES ON THE "A" AND "B" PILLAR, DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE ARE COMING OFF.
THE PLASTIC PIECES ON THE "A" PILLAR ARE COMING OFF
THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER "A" AND "B" PILLARS ARE COMING OFF.
Explorer Police Intercept model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Questions
- Does the 2016 Ford Explorer Police Intercept have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2016 Ford Explorer Police Intercept as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford Explorer Police Intercept?
- Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (12 complaints), followed by structure (5).
- How many 2016 Ford Explorer Police Intercept complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 0 of 21 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 26, 2024.