Parts for your 2016 Ford Mondeo-Steering bushes

2016 Ford Mondeo steering bushes — what’s actually fitted?

For the 2016 Ford Mondeo (CD391), “steering bushes” aren’t a separate, serviceable part of the steering system. Technical sources including Ford service information for the CD391 platform and the Ford electronic parts catalogue show the Mondeo uses an electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) rack that bolts directly to the front subframe without replaceable rack-mount bushings. The steering gear is supplied as an assembly, and there’s no listed rack bush kit for this model. Likewise, common aftermarket bush catalogues for Mondeo (2014–2019) list control arm and stabiliser bar (sway bar) bushes, but not steering rack mounting bushes, reinforcing that a discrete “steering-bushes” part isn’t used here.

Why this design? With EPAS, manufacturers typically mount the rack rigidly to the subframe to sharpen steering response and keep the torque sensor readings accurate. Any isolation is handled by the subframe and suspension bushings rather than separate rack bushes. It reduces compliance, improves on-centre feel, and cuts parts complexity. The only “bush”-type elements related to steering on this vehicle are internal column bearings (not routine service items) and the suspension bushes that influence steering feel.

Owners chasing a clunk, vagueness, or wander in a 2016 Mondeo are usually looking at wear in other areas:

• Front lower control arm bushes (including the large hydro-bush) and ball joints
• Stabiliser bar D-bushes and links
• Inner and outer tie-rod ends
• Front subframe alignment and fasteners after prior work
• Tyre condition, pressures, and wheel alignment

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to inspect those items for play, cracking, or fluid seepage (from hydro-bushes), then perform a proper alignment. If the EPAS rack itself develops play or noise, the prescribed repair in Ford literature is typically replacement of the steering gear assembly rather than fitting bushes.

Does the 2016 Mondeo have steering rack bushes that can be replaced?

No. The EPAS steering rack mounts directly to the subframe and isn’t designed with separate, serviceable rack-mount bushes. Ford parts listings don’t show a bush kit for the rack on this model.

What usually causes vague steering if there are no steering bushes?

Most commonly worn front lower control arm bushes, tired stabiliser bar bushes/links, or play in tie-rod ends. Tyre wear and a misaligned front end also make the steering feel woolly. Those are the first checks during servicing.

Can the steering column bushes be replaced on a 2016 Mondeo?

The column uses internal bearings/bushes that aren’t routine service items. If there’s column noise or play, diagnosis usually leads to replacing the intermediate shaft or the column assembly rather than fitting separate bushes.