Power Steering Hose, Piping, And Connections problem is a common vehicle problem that happens to most car brands and models. The following is a sample list of Power Steering Hose, Piping, And Connections problems reported in most popular vehicles.
The vehicle was a 2002 Chevrolet Venture. Consumer heard a rumbling noise when pulling out of parking space. This noise was not heard when vehicle was in normal driving motion. Vehicle had been at the dealer at least 4 times. However, dealer was unable to determine the cause of the problem.
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The VIN of the problem Trailblazer is 1GNET16P74_. The reporting person's vehicle is a 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer ext. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the contact discovered that the power steering hose had abnormal wear and was leaking. Nhtsa campaign id number 05v455000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections) was referenced for the 2006 models, which were experiencing the same failure. The current mileage was 60,000 and the failure mileage was unknown. Updated 03-04-08. It was January 24, 2008 when this power steering hose, piping, and connections issue happened.
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The VIN of this vehicle was 3C4FY58B44_. 2004 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. Consumer writes in regards to power steering hose recall notice. The consumer submitted a paid invoice, for the pressure hose. The failure date was Friday, April 26, 2013.
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The car is a 2002 Chrysler town and country. January 2nd 2012 replaced hose fluid and clamps by an ase certified mechanic. Van was leaking power steering fluid on the engine and smoking. Mileage 63,893 February 21st 2012 had to add more power steering fluid April 20th 2012 van hose busted again leaving fluid all under the vehicle. We replaced the power steering pump, hose and fluid by an ase certified mechanic . Mileage 66,091 today the van is doing the same thing with a whining of the power steering and sometimes stiffens up when driving and you can smell the fluid burning on the engine. Seems to be worse during colder weather. There is also a popping noise in the frontend when your turning. According to Chrysler my vehicle VIN number is not part of the national recall #04v386000. This vehicle is an ada compliant vehicle and is used to transport our son who is permanantly in a wheel chair. I believe this van is a danger to our family and should be put on the registry of recalled vehicles for repair. The failure date was Monday, January 2, 2012.
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The VIN of this vehicle was 1B3EJ46X2Y_. Fax fwd ltr on behalf of constituent , re 2002 Dodge Stratus that blew up because of steering fluid leakage. The manfacture denied any responsibilty for the faulure. A year later the consumer received a recall regarding the high pressure power steering hose, 06v001000. The failure date was Saturday, Aug. 27, 2005.
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- consumer has a 2000 Dodge Stratus that he believes should be involved in NHTSA recall 06v001000, concerning steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked on the street it caught on fire beneath the hood. Everything underneath the hood melted, and the windshield cracked. The contact spoke with manufacturer about having the vehicle covered under the recall, but they stated that the fire was not caused by the same failure as the recall. The current mileage and failure mileage were 100,000. The contact can provide pictures if needed. Updated 03/30/07. This power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred 12/23/2006.
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The car involved is a 2004 Ford Freestar. Trying to pass someone on the expressway and it started to stall. Even since then van has been having a stalling type of issue. Just is past Sunday suddenly stop in the middle of traffic and had to wait a while to get the van to move. As to the return home [xxx] almost crashed thru the garage because it stop moving, as she hit the accelerator which it appear to grasp gear cause traumatic street. As we tried to look for a trouble shooting solution we ran into your website about the recall. We contacted Ford about it and the service department said there is no recall and can not fix until the letters are received from to us from Ford. They said that we have to pay for the repairs cost and when the recall letter is out they can refund our money back. Also note we purchase the van in 2004 and we have not received any recalls. The strange part is that when we provide the VIN, they did not made us aware of this. 2004 Ford truck Freestar 2wd 3. 9l sfi 6cyl
estimated mileage: 96066
name:[xxx]
color: tan
VIN:[xxx]
NHTSA campaign id number: 03v457000
NHTSA campaign id number: 04v446000
NHTSA campaign id number: 06e056000
NHTSA campaign id number: 12v006000
NHTSA campaign id number: 12v006000
please advise
information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). It was 02/11/2012 when this power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred.
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The vehicle is a 1999 Ford F-550 sd. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 1FDAF56F8X_. The vehicle's steering wheel locked up at 30 mph, in which the consumer had to use the emergency brake to stop. Ph the power steering hose had popped out causing a loss of steering and brakes. Scc. The failure date was Oct. 17, 2002.
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The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 1GKEK13Z04_. The vehicle involved is a 2004 GMC Yukon. The contact noticed a leak under the hood of his vehicle. The manufacturer advised him to take the vehicle to a dealer and they stated that the hydro boost failed. The contact would have to pay $861 to repair the vehicle. The mechanic informed him that he could have run out of power steering and brake fluid, and the seal failed and was leaking. The failure could have caused a crash due to the loss of the fluids in the vehicle and the inability to brake. The brakes and the steering are one unit. A GMC representative stated that he would call the contact in 24 hours to discuss whether or not they will pay for the parts or a portion of the repairs. The current mileage was 48,498 and failure mileage was 48,448. This issue happened on 03/31/2008.
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The car involved is a 2005 GMC Sierra. The VIN of this vehicle is 2GTEK13T85_. : the contact stated the vehicle looses power steering at less than 5mph or while stopped and applying the brakes. The vehicle was taken to multiple dealerships at least six times. During those occasions, the dealerships replaced the gear box, shaft sector, power assist hose, pump and the pressure valve. The power steering problem still exist. This power steering hose, piping, and connections problem happened on Monday, Feb. 27, 2006.
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The car involved was a 2008 Acura Tl. Power steering hose is leaking which can potentially lead to an under hood fire. Car was recalled; however, my car's VIN is outside the range of the recall numbers. The recalled part is the same issue that I am having. My car is less than 4 years old. This power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred 04/14/2012.
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The VIN of this vehicle was 19UUA76507_. Consumer owns a 2007 Acura Tl. The contact stated that smoke started to emit from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the high pressure power steering hose was leaking over the catalytic converter. As a result, the power steering hose needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 63,800 and the current mileage was 64,000. This problem occurred on Apr. 18, 2012.
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The car is a 1998 Honda Prelude. The VIN of this vehicle is JHMBA4235J_. Power steering supply hose leaked/failed. It was Jul. 1, 1998 when this power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred.
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The vehicle having this issue was a 1999 Honda Odyssey. Complete loss of power steering occured because of a pinhole in the power steering return hose. Yh. This power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred Saturday, February 6, 1999.
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The car was a 2002 Hyundai Sonata. Power steering line rusted out and blew. Under a protective rubber sleeve. It blew out while driving. This issue happened on 06/06/06.
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I was driving on a highway with my 2002 Hyundai Sonata with a 2. 7 ltr. 6 cyl. Engine,when I got off at my exit I took a right turn with no problem but when I went to take an immediate left turn I totally lost my power steering making it very hard to steer. When I looked under the hood I found that the metal line had rusted through and burst. This is only a 4 year old car. It was towed to garvey Hyundai where they replaced the line. So I checked my wife's car which is identical except the color and found that her line is in the same rusted condition but had not yet burst so she called lia Hyundai by our house ,told them what happened to mine and that hers is in the same corroded condition and they said they will not replace it under warranty until it also burst even if it is corroded. I feel this is a potentially dangerous situation as she may not be able to steer the car if it does burst and when mine burst it sprayed all over under the car, getting on the converter, muffler and tailpipe creating a potential fire hazard. I do not have the old part but the line runs along the frame and where it rotted they have a piece of rubber hose to protect the line but it also caused it to prematurely rot the metal line under the rubber hose so the line burst. Due to the fact the car is only 4 years old and both are identical cars rotting the same way, I feel this is a potentially dangerous defect that is going to happen to others because of the design and if someone can't steer the car after it blows they could have an accident or a fire could start due to it getting on the exhaust. I would like to get a response soon as my wife is concerned about it happening to her. Thank you. This issue happened on Saturday, July 1, 2006.
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The car involved was a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. Received safety recall notice n28, NHTSA 13v23400, and contact dealer in michigan city, in 46360 same day to get repair done. I have since contact the dealer in mc 3 more times and they still do not have the part (transmission oil cooler tube) in stock to do the repair. Advise me it is not receiving the tubes from Chrysler and they will call me back the next day. They never call me back and I have to keep contacting them only to get the run around that they do not have the tube in stock. The failure date was Oct. 2, 2013.
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The car involved is a 2002 Jeep Liberty. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car was 1J4GL48K12_. : the contact stated fluid started leaking from the vehicle. An independent repair shop determined the power steering hose needed to be replaced. This problem occurred on Jan. 19, 2006.
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The car was a 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. The vehicle identification number (VIN) of this Land Rover Range Rover is SALJN1243T_. Steering oil leakage. The failure date was Saturday, March 1, 1997.
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The car is a 1996 Land Rover Discovery. The VIN of this vehicle was SALJY1285T_. Fluid leak inthe power steering system . Dealer was contacted. It was 08/19/1997 when this power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred.
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The vehicle involved is a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 1LNLM82W2V_. Vehicle shakes and shimmies. Dealer replaced all four shock absorbers and control arms/power steering hoses and front brake rotors.
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The car involved is a 2003 Lincoln Aviator. : the contact stated a whining noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle while driving 55 mph. The vehicle was taken to the sales/service dealer for repairs. The right rear axle and pinion were replaced as well as the c b shaft assembly and gear and pinion locking pin. This was the third time the rear end was replaced in a two year period. The manufacturer was notified and a technician was sent to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle pulled to the left, the door lock switch was inoperative, the rear shock was leaking oil, the e power steering hose was replaced, there was a ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. The timing chain and gasket were replaced. The door ajar light came on after all the doors were closed. The consumer stated the shifting of the gears were harsh, the dealer replaced various componets in the transmission. The right rear brake light bulb was replaced, the master cylinder was replaced. The front seat climate control was not cooling. The battery was replaced, the accelerator cable was sticking. Updated 12/05/06. This power steering hose, piping, and connections problem happened on Thursday, May 27, 2004.
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The vehicle involved was a 2009 Mazda Mazda5. The vehicle is a 2009 Mazda 5. While driving at speeds of 60 mph, the power steering warning light illuminated and the steering wheel became extremely difficult to maneuver. The dealer replaced the power steering pump, piping hose and gasket. The Mazda manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 17,000. Updated 11/15/10. This issue happened on Thursday, June 3, 2010.
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The vehicle involved is a 2000 Mazda B4000. The VIN of this vehicle is 4F4ZR17X6Y_. Power steering fluid leaks from hose onto engine when vehicle is shut off. Dealer has been notified.
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The vehicle having this issue was a 2002 Mercedes Benz Ml500. The reporting person owns a 2002 Mercedes Benz ml 500. The vehicle was repaired by an authorized dealer under the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 08v465000 (steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections). When receiving the vehicle from the authorized dealer, the contact began to notice power steering fluid leaking onto the ground wherever the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the it was confirmed that power steering fluid was leaking from the vehicle but no remedy was offered. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure persisted. The failure mileage was 100,726 and the current mileage was 101,000. This power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred 03/12/10.
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The car involved was a 2000 Mercedes Benz Ml430. Power steering failure on power assit - hose comes off - also makes load ginding nosie lost power asst. Makes car very hard to turn mb says also hose clamp can fal off causing loss of control on steering - they have been unable to fix . This power steering hose, piping, and connections problem happened on 06/15/2002.
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The car was a 1996 Mercury Sable. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is 1MELM53S4T_. When making a sharp right turn vehicle made a groaning noise. Vehicle was taken to dealership. Dealer determined the problem was related to rack and pinion steering. Rack and pinion steering has been replaced four times. Also, power steering pump has been replaced twice, along with the pressure and return hoses. Vehicle is still undriveable. Please provide any further information. This power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred 03/01/00.
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The car is a 1997 Mercury Marquis. The steering wheel has excessive movement while driving due to steering power hose failure. Yh.
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The reporting person's vehicle is a 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. While driving 65 mph, the power steering suddenly failed. The gauges on the instrumental panel illuminated and the contact pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a garage and a mechanic found a bolt that failed and caused the crankshaft pulley to detach. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in a recall and could not offer any assistance. The current and failure mileages were 132,641. The failure date was 03/13/04.
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The vehicle involved is a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle is 4A3AC44G13_. Power steering hose leak. . Went to dealer 3 times cannot fix leak. Have to replenish fluid from time to time. This problem occurred on Mar. 22, 2003.
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The car involved is a 2005 Nissan Titan. Normal driving. Two left rear axle seal leaks that leaked so bad the brakes have failed. Power steering pump line leaked out all the power steering fluid. Failed rack and pinion steering. It was Thursday, Aug. 2, 2007 when this power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred.
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The VIN of this Murano is JN8AZ08W15_. Consumer has a 2005 Nissan Murano. He noticed power steering fluid leaking out of the fluids' container. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, in which he was informed that the power steering hose needed to be replaced; however, the part was on back order. The current and failure mileages were 45,137. Updated 11/3/09
the consumer waited over 6 weeks for a replacement. Updated 11/05/09. This problem occurred on 09/02/2009.
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The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 3GSCL33P78_. Our insureds 2008 Saturn Vue caught on fire in the engine compartment and totally burned the vehicle. Nhtsa recall number 08v470000, manufacturer recall number 08284. It was Thursday, Apr. 8, 2010 when this power steering hose, piping, and connections issue happened.
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The vehicle is a 1998 Subaru Forester. A fire started within the engine compartment of the vehicle due to a faulty power steering hose. Please give any further details.
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The vehicle having this issue was a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. Driving on NY thruway transmission went. Towed to nearest service station where new transmission was installed after which we were told that the chassis was extremely rusty. Two days later, the engine light came on - took car to sears to find out trans fluid leak and frame rotted and declined servicing vehicle. Followed up at Toyota dealer for leak and frame inspection. Technician found power steering line leaking power steering fluid and excessive frame perforation / corrosion. They would not work on it. Technician installed a new hook lock and cable assembly as hood would not lock. This power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred Monday, Dec. 19, 2011.
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The vehicle involved is a 2004 Toyota Sienna. While driving 5 mph, the power steering oil line was detaching from the vehicle. As a result, the power steering began to fail. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a repair garage for inspection in April and November of 2007. The mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact has scheduled another appointment with the Toyota dealer to have the vehicle examined. The current mileage was 45,000 and failure mileage was 39,336. Updated 01-15-08. The power steering hose popped off. Updated. The failure date was Wednesday, April 4, 2007.
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The VIN of this Passat is WVMMA63B6X_. Numerous problems with 1999 Volkswagen Passat. When taken to the service dealer, the consumer claimed the car had problems with oil and coolant leaks. The problem was suppose to be fixed, however the dealer never gave the consumer a invoice because the work was never completed. While traveling, the oil light came on again. The consumer was unable to use the vehicle. Also the loss of fair market value. Consumer spent over a $1000. 00 in repairs. . The air condition did cool the vehicle properly, and there was also a valve cover leak, and a power steering fluid leak, the dealer stated the power steering hose was bad, the glove box failed to open, the driver side vanity mirror was broke and the head light bulb was replaced. This power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred 08/06/2003.
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2000 Volkswagen Golf front axle shafts were replaced due to cv joint failure. The right front caliper froze, power steering hose had to be replaced due to leakage located near the rear of the hose. ** received 10-20-** due to the calipers being replaced, the rotors had to be turned and the brakes had to be replaced. The front wheel bearing was replaced. The front seat had a piece of metal that was molded break when the vehicle only had 36,600 miles on it. This issue happened on Oct. 13, 2004.
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Vehicle identification number (VIN): YV1MC67248_. Crash was involved with the Volvo C70. 2008 Volvo C70. Consumer states power steering failure
the consumer stated when the power steering failed without warning, it caused him to swerve off the road. As a result, the consumer sustained various bodily injuries and auto body damage. The vehicle was inspected by the dealer and it was determined the power steering was defective. Volvo stated they would repair the consumers vehicle, if he signed a form that would release them from any future liability, which the consumer ultimately refused to sign. The consumer stated a recall regarding the power steering was reported in July 2008 and he purchased the vehicle in October 2009, so obviously the vehicle was not properly inspected. This power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred Tuesday, May 10, 2011.
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The owner has a 2009 Volvo Xc70. The contact stated while driving she noticed a very loud noise in the front end of the vehicle. The dealer inspected the vehicle and determined that the hose that provided steering fluid to the steering system caused the steering rack to fail. The steering rack is currently being repaired at no cost to the contact. The contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The vehicle identification number was unavailable. The failure mileage was 360 and the current mileage was 400. This issue happened on August 18, 2009.
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The reporting person's vehicle is a 2006 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that while driving at any speed, she heard a grinding noise coming from the steering column. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the contact was informed that power steering fluid was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. An authorized dealer was then notified, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 06v105000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections). The failure mileage was 56,209. Updated 07/29/lj
the power steering hose was crimped. Updated 08/01/11. This problem occurred on Jun. 2, 2011.
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The vehicle was a 1996 Buick Roadmaster. VIN of the vehicle was 1G4BN52P8T_. Power steering hose coupling failed twice. It was Tue., Jul. 2, 1996 when this power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred.
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The vehicle involved was a 1999 Cadillac Deville. Vehicle identification number (VIN): 1G6KD54Y4X_. The contact stated while the vehicle was idling or shifting between gears the steering wheel vibrated. This seemed to happen more often while turning the wheel to the left. The dealer said it was a hydraulic hose. Also, they said there was no way to repair the vehicle. This issue happened on 10/01/03.
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The vehicle involved is a 1998 Cadillac Deville. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 1G6KF5492W_. The vehicle has vibration problems, the dealer advised the consumer that there is a known problem with the power steering hose, and the manufacturer is aware and they are working on a remedy. The failure date was Oct. 29, 1999.
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The car was a 2001 Jaguar Xk8. There was crash involved with this problem. While driving at 60-65 mph on a 4 lane highway the car took a hard turn left. When I attempted to correct it was if I had no steering what so ever. This resulted in a collision and spin out with my car and the other car. My dealer said this can't happen, but it did . The car has not been repaired as I wish to find the cause. It was 05/10/05 when this power steering hose, piping, and connections issue occurred.
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The car involved was a 1997 Jaguar Xk8. After spotting fluid on the floor, I checked the levels in the car and found that the power steering fluid was low. After filling the ps reservior, I took the car to the nearest Ford dealer, since the Jaguar dealer was 225 miles away. They found a leak in the high pressure power steering hose. I was told it was a good thing I didn't drive it very far, since it could have caused the pump and rack-and-pinion steering to fail. A replacement hose was installed, but it was a new design that, coincidentally, routed the hose away from the engine mount, which was where the old hose had worn through a felt pad and started to leak. I contacted Jaguar regarding my concerns why the dealers or owners were not advised of this potential problem, and they told me the design changes on the hose were proprietary, giving me no reason why the hose was re-routed around the problem area. The cost of the hose replacement was $412. 94. It was May. 17, 2004 when this power steering hose, piping, and connections issue happened.
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