One problem related to hydraulic power assist steering system has been reported for the 1999 Ford Contour. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
When vehicle was driven through a small amount of standing water at low speed, all power steering was lost. Vehicle was taken to dealership. Owner was told that vehicle was operating correctly.
| Steering Wheel problems | |
| Steering Linkages problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Failed problems | |
| Steering Anti-theft Device problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering Gear Box problems | |
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems |