Steering Problems of Ford Crown Victoria - part 1

The lower steering column bearing is coming apart I’ve called numerous dealers for them to tell me it’s not under recall but it’s a known issue and my car has only 130,000 miles.

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The contact owns a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact became aware that the lower steering column bearing was detaching. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that a visual inspection of the vehicle was performed under NHTSA campaign number: 13v385000 (steering); however, no repairs were needed at the time. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 338,000.

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Lower intermediate steering shaft and upper intermediate steering shaft universal joints are binding, causing very unpredictable steering and the upper intermediate steering shaft to begin separating from the steering column. This is covered under recalls 13s08/13r01. The vehicle was inspected and passed in 2014 so no parts were replaced, but the parts are now failing inspection per recall attachment sheets. Ford is refusing to service these crucial parts which are covered in the above recalls.

Steering wheel hard to turn.

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I learned of recall on some models of Crown Victoria police interceptor. I own 3 such vehicles. Two were identified for recall, the third a 2011 however was not. This car has signs of steering issues very hard to turn the wheel at times. There is rust on the lower intermediate steering shaft and at the u joints of the shaft. When I took the other vehicles in for recall servicing I provided the VIN # for the 2011 and was informed that there was no recall for it. I am hoping that the recall can be expanded to include this vehicle which is showing some signs of steering shaft issues.

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Vehicle is exhibiting stiff steering issues associated with steering column. Mechanic determined steering shaft requires replacement. This vehicle was already involved in a steering column recall several years ago however the problem appears to have returned.

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated while driving 55 mph, there were banging, clunking and abnormal sounds coming from the steering wheel. The contact veered to the side of the road. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the steering shaft was loosened and there was significant play under the driver's side dash between the firewall. The contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the upper and lower steering shaft were replaced; however, the failure reoccurred while driving. The contact was able to pull into his parent's driveway. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the steering column bushing had separated and there was significant play in the steering wheel. The contact stated that the steering wheel fractured and became completely loosened. The air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under Ford service campaign number: 13s08; however, the contact stated that the dealer had failed to install the retainer to hold the steering column bearing in position. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.

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Power steering went out when I was driving and barely avoided a collision. Light went out another time when I was driving.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The contact inspected the steering column underneath the hood and noticed that the steering shaft was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 13v385000 (steering) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 141,000.

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The contact owns a 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the steering column and rack and pinion were replaced. The contact noticed rust around the steering column. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent and occurred at various speeds. The contact was notified of a recall but was unaware of the campaign number. The local dealer was contacted and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA to file a complaint. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle as an unknown warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that the gear oil would leak from the rear passenger side of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where he had the brake pads and calipers on the rear passenger’s side of the vehicle replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact called the dealer and was informed that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 13v385000 (steering). The contact was informed that parts needed to be ordered to perform the recall repair. The contact had not received a call back for the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

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The contact owns a 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated while driving at 40 mph, the steering wheel started checking and making abnormal popping sounds. The contact stated the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated he was able to continue to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the intermediate steering shaft needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that they could not assist as his VIN was not included in the recalls for NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v704000 (steering) and 13v385000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

The vehicle drift back-fourth while driving on highway. Excessive play in steering wheel,.

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I purchased this vehicle a week ago and I also downloaded car fax and it states my vehicle was due for a recall in 2014 but the previous owner next got it.

My 2003 crown vic has a horrible time steering I've watched several videos that depicts exactly the same issue. You however do have a recall out for this make just starting at 2005. I find it hard to believe that I am the only one that's made a complaint. Pls get this fixed im 67 and with cancer my only way of getting around. Please contact me ASAP this is serious. Of course it on molly does this when in motion.

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The contact owns a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated that while driving, the power steering malfunctioned and the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer berlin city Ford located at 485 main st, gorham, nh 03581 and the manufacturer were notified of the failure but, no assistance was offered. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously repaired under the NHTSA campaign number: 14v704000 (steering). The failure mileage was 100,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated that the steering ceased while the vehicle was stopped, without warning. The contact reached out to chuck renze Ford located at 751 e lake shore dr, manistique, mi 49854 regarding NHTSA campaign number: 13v385000 (steering). The VIN was included however, the contact was informed that due to the age of the vehicle, the manufacturer had declined to honor the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,361.

Driving over 55 mph while going over bumpy hwy or on a curve the steering wheel feels sloppy and drops down 1-2 inches to the left or right depending on the curve.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, the steering wheel independently turned 180 degrees. The contact regained control of the vehicle, and pulled over and parked the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware of a loosened steering shaft bushing. The vehicle was towed to the residence. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 166,000.

My steering I super had to turn the wheel when parked as well as driving. It is because of the steering shaft is rusted out and very dangerous to drive . I just found out that Ford had a recall on this issue but I never received a notice about it.

Tl the contact owns a 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated that while driving about 40 mph, the steering wheel ceased and he lost control of the vehicle colliding with the concrete barrier wall as the vehicle spun around, going in reverse and colliding with the barrier wall again, coming to a stop. The contact stated that the front and rear of the vehicle was damaged. All kinds of warning lights illuminated and flickered on the instrumental panel. Only the front passenger's air bag deployed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained neck, chest, back, hand injuries, as well as head injuries as his head hit the window. The contact stated that he had a passenger seated in the rear passenger seat, whom sustained a cracked spine. The contact and the rear passenger were transported to the hospital by ambulance. The vehicle was totaled and was towed to a tow yard. The dealer was not called and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 226,000.

The steering shaft is creaking when you turn and alotta play in the steering sounds like it's about to snap it happens in the city and highway when I turn or bear left or right the pic the shaft thing on the left is a picture of the part happens when I'm in motion and even when I'm stationary and I turn the steering wheel has not caused a wreck yet but feels like it would if that part brakes.

Steering loss control, intermediate shaft snapped.

Tl the contact owns a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13v385000 (steering). The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that the parts were available; however, they would not honor the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Ford had a recall, 13s08, for the steering on these cars. I just purchased this car on 08?06/2019 and immediately checked your site for recalls. There is this recall and it was not completed. New jersey owned this car before me and must not have taken it in. I called Ford and was told they will not take care of the recall. I now do not feel safe driving my car.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Ford Crown Victoria,. While driving various speeds the steering wheel became stiff. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to prescott brothers Ford Lincoln of princeton, inc. (1502 w peru st, princeton, IL 61356) where it was diagnosed that the steering shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The contact stated that the failure was similar to NHTSA campaign number: 13v385000 (steering). The failure mileage was 156,000.

My vehicle has the same issue that is reported under the recall list as far as steering it is popping and actually getting stuck when turning, the gas pedal vibrates while turning and the dealer said it was recalled but not my for my VIN after I took it to them.

Steering shaft is bad, excessive rust to the u joint is causing vary stiff steering and steering wheel lock up in turns.

Shaft slid out of back end of steering wheel.

There is a recall on my car,the rite front wheel is making poping sounds.

Tl the contact owns a 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. While driving over 50 mph, the steering wheel would violently vibrate. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact lost control and the vehicle struck a guardrail and rolled over twice. Both frontal air bags deployed. The contact received medical attention and suffered injuries to the ribs and right arm. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the junk yard. Midway auto group (1223 old us hwy 17 s, elizabeth city, nc 27909) informed the contact to call the manufacturer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 154,000.

I had just gotten home from work. I put my car in reverse and went to go turn the steering wheel to right and the steering wheel seemed like it was stuck or caught on something so I tried to turn it it the other way to see if I couldn't get it to loosen up and when I had turned it to the right again the whole steering wheel snapped. It didn't take much to snap it. The good part is I wasn't on the interstate however I was on the interstate about 10-15 minutes before that. And if that had happened on the interstate who knows what would have happened. However right now I was able to hack the car in my driveway I had to turn the shaft by hand. This is a big safety issue. And would like someone else to pay to have this issue fixed bc prouty Ford in dover foxcroft said they worked on this and fixed the shaft and it didn't seemed fixed.

Sterring began giving a clunking feeling in wheel when driving straight I notice 4 days ago. More noticeable over bumps. . . I thought it was my tires. I was driving down road and attempt to make a right turn and vehicle keep going straight and steering wheel was not turning also crash into oncoming traffic, vehicle was tow to shop!.

Driving steadily at around 30 mph on a city street. Suddenly the steering starting binding making it difficult to turn. Upon examination there was a lot of rust on the lower intermediate steering shaft and needed an immediate replacement. The mechanic noted severe corrosion and noted it could have fully broken without a lot of warning. Some research revealed that a recall was done for model years 2005-11 (13v385000). You may want to extend this to 2003-2004 which use the same steering components.

Tl the contact owns a 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. While driving at unknown speeds, the steering wheel became extremely stiff. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the steering shaft and steering linkage needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 83,000.

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