Used 2016 Subaru Forester steering column from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2016 Subaru Forester Steering Column prices

Year-specific used steering column pricing for the 2016 Subaru Forester, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedSep 17, 2026

Part overview

About the 2016 Subaru Forester steering column

A used 2016 Subaru Forester steering column costs between $55 and $296, with a median of $132 from 183 salvage yard listings.

What the steering column does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used steering column price guide →

Price summary

A used 2016 Subaru Forester steering column costs $55 to $296, with a median asking price of $132. Based on 183 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2014–2016 (3 model years), updated Sep 17, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$145
Grade B (good)$75
Grade C (fair)$240

2016 Subaru Forester steering column price snapshot

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Low
$55
Average
$153
High
$296
200 listings observed · 183 priced listings used · last updated Sep 17, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$55–$296164 listings
Grade BStandard used$56–$24011 listings
Grade CVisible wear$150–$2402 listings
Grade XUngraded$75–$1006 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $55–$296 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2016 Subaru Forester steering column replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$132
2016 Subaru Forester median asking price
Labor
$190–$750
2–5 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$320–$880
median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for steering column replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include steering wheel and dashboard panel removal and reassembly. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full steering column replacement cost breakdown

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

Floor Shift, conventional ignition, automatic headlamps50 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$125$65 – $292
Floor Shift, keyless ignition (fog lamps)45 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$178$75 – $296
Floor Shift, conventional ignition, w/o automatic headlamps; fog lamps44 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$134$55 – $287
Floor Shift, conventional ignition, w/o automatic headlamps; w/o fog lamps44 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$132$56 – $228

Year-specific context

How does the 2016 Subaru Forester compare?

The 2016 guide is based on 200 observed listings, including 183 with posted prices. Its $132 median is 5% above the Subaru Forester guide's $126 median.

Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2016 ranks #8 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2014, 2015. Shopping across all 3 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

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What does a Subaru Forester steering column cost in other years?

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01wide ±173%

AC Compressor

$114median
$40$434
02wide ±139%

ABS Module

$166median
$38$500
03wide ±138%

Air Bag

$380median
$64$1,116
04wide ±166%

Alternator

$107median
$30$385
05wide ±146%

Axle Shaft

$127median
$35$405
06wide ±95%

Blower Motor

$76median
$45$190
07wide ±193%

Brake Caliper

$75median
$20$310
08wide ±108%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$425median
$150$1,069
09wide ±102%

Front Bumper

$209median
$73$500
10wide ±132%

Rear Bumper

$220median
$64$645
11wide ±179%

Car Radio

$215median
$56$824
12wide ±190%

Center Console

$105median
$45$445
13wide ±150%

AC Condenser

$178median
$30$563
14wide ±118%

Control Arm

$120median
$34$316
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Differential

Price data updating

16wide ±89%

Door Assembly

$885median
$174$1,755
17wide ±202%

Drive Shaft

$125median
$60$565
18wide ±159%

Engine

$1,658median
$430$5,699
19wide ±151%

Engine Computer

$141median
$35$462
20wide ±267%

Exhaust Manifold

$300median
$100$1,699
21wide ±114%

Fender

$283median
$74$718
22wide ±123%

Fog Light

$178median
$35$474
23wide ±161%

Front Seat

$160median
$56$570
24wide ±149%

Fuel Pump

$113median
$30$367
25wide ±96%

Fuel Tank

$192median
$65$434
26wide ±160%

Grille

$190median
$49$656
27wide ±120%

Headlight Assembly

$625median
$105$1,600
28wide ±170%

Heater Core

$116median
$65$460
29wide ±76%

Hood

$625median
$150$1,094
30wide ±72%

Ignition Switch

$99median
$38$180
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Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

32wide ±169%

Intake Manifold

$126median
$25$450
33wide ±175%

Master Cylinder

$76median
$22$288
34wide ±163%

Side Mirror

$180median
$39$626
35spread ±23%

Power Steering Pump

$80median
$45$81
36wide ±74%

Quarter Panel

$526median
$250$1,027
37wide ±262%

Radiator

$188median
$50$1,034
38wide ±224%

Rear View Mirror

$103median
$20$481
39wide ±153%

Starter

$97median
$25$321
40wide ±123%

Steering Rack

$375median
$65$985
41wide ±65%

Steering Wheel

$174median
$75$302
42wide ±149%

Strut

$115median
$30$372
43wide ±98%

Sunroof

$300median
$100$688
44wide ±112%

Tail Light

$218median
$40$530
45wide ±116%

Tailgate

$995median
$175$2,479
46wide ±151%

Throttle Body

$86median
$29$288
47wide ±63%

Torque Converter

$99median
$75$200
48spread ±48%

Transfer Case

$700median
$125$800
49wide ±166%

Transmission

$1,250median
$250$4,394
50wide ±223%

Transmission Control Module

$110median
$30$521
51wide ±79%

Turbocharger

$350median
$120$670
52wide ±134%

Water Pump

$85median
$20$248
53wide ±195%

Wheels

$137median
$35$570
54wide ±167%

Window Regulator

$114median
$25$405

Common questions

2016 Subaru Forester steering column FAQ

How much is a used 2016 Subaru Forester steering column?

Based on 183 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Subaru Forester steering column lists between $55 and $296, with a median asking price of $132.

How much does it cost to replace a 2016 Subaru Forester steering column?

Using a used part, a 2016 Subaru Forester steering column replacement typically runs $320–$880 all-in: the median used steering column for this year lists at $132, and independent-shop labor for steering column replacement typically takes 2–5 hours at $95–$150/hr ($190–$750). The labor figure does not include steering wheel and dashboard panel removal and reassembly. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Will a 2016 Subaru Forester steering column fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2016 Subaru Forester steering column also appear under model years 2014, 2015, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.

2016 Subaru Forester Steering Column Cost — Used From $55 to $296