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…cape/Corsair may exhibit reduced steering assist and a "Power Steering Assist Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2016:47 only, and no other steering DTCs stored in the power steering control module (PSCM). To correct this condition, reprogram the PSCM using the latest software level of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). For claiming, use causal part 3C529 and labo…

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Code interpretation

What U2016 means

This code indicates Vehicle fault code with verified manufacturer evidence Its precise meaning depends on the reporting control module, complete failure-type suffix, model year, powertrain and software level.

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Driver experience

Symptoms you may notice

A stored diagnostic trouble code or a related system warning.

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Test, do not guess

Possible causes

The precise cause depends on the reporting module, vehicle specification, circuit condition and software level.

Evidence-led checks

Recommended diagnostic route

Save the complete scan and confirm the code against model-specific technical information before testing.

  1. Capture the evidenceSave the complete all-module scan, code suffixes and freeze-frame data.
  2. Prove the basicsTest battery condition, system voltage, power and grounds.
  3. Identify the reporterConfirm the module that logged the code and check circuit integrity.
  4. Compare live dataReview commanded and actual values under the conditions that set the code.
  5. Test before replacingUse model-specific wiring diagrams, pin tests and technical information.
  6. Verify the repairClear the code only after recording evidence, then confirm it does not return.

Vehicle fitment

Vehicle applicability

Ford Mustang Mach-E, Ford Bronco

Before clearing

Can the code be cleared?

Clearing a code without fixing the cause removes useful evidence and may only switch the warning off temporarily. Save the full scan first; a permanent or repeatedly returning code needs testing.

A DTC is evidence, not a parts order.

Confirm the suffix, reporting module, model, year, engine and live data before replacing a component.

Verified public evidence

Manufacturer and model coverage

14 public manufacturer records match this search. These records support applicability research but do not replace VIN-specific workshop information.

U2016Ford Bronco
BRONCO SPORT · 2025 · Multiple/unspecified

…cape/Corsair may exhibit reduced steering assist and a "Power Steering Assist Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2016:47 only, and no…

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U2016Ford Bronco
BRONCO SPORT · 2026 · Multiple/unspecified

…cape/Corsair may exhibit reduced steering assist and a "Power Steering Assist Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2016:47 only, and no…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2021 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test is performed with…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2022 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test is performed with…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2023 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test is performed with…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2024 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test is performed with…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2025 · Multiple/unspecified

…cape/Corsair may exhibit reduced steering assist and a "Power Steering Assist Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2016:47 only, and no…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2026 · Multiple/unspecified

…cape/Corsair may exhibit reduced steering assist and a "Power Steering Assist Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2016:47 only, and no…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2021 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E and 2023-2025 Escape/Corsair vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (CMDTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2022 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E and 2023-2025 Escape/Corsair vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (CMDTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2023 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E and 2023-2025 Escape/Corsair vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (CMDTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2021 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E and 2023-2025 Escape/Corsair vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (CMDTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2022 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E and 2023-2025 Escape/Corsair vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (CMDTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test…

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U2016Ford Mustang Mach-E
MUSTANG MACH E · 2023 · Multiple/unspecified

Some 2021-2024 Mustang Mach-E and 2023-2025 Escape/Corsair vehicles may exhibit only continuous memory diagnostic trouble code (CMDTC) U2016:47 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) after a self test…

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