Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 1997 Ford Econoline. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering noise (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Noise problems | |
| Steering Idler Arm problems |
Driving on bestbuy parking lot, went over a speed bumper heard a loud clunk coming from driver side front tire. Drove home, stopped van, got help, while turning the steering to left, loud metal clunk from that driver side, helper on floor noticed that bottom bolt holding power steering box is going Read details...
While driving at any speed, the consumer heard a clanking noise coming from the steering wheel. When the noise was heard, it became very hard to steer the vehicle. The dealer examined the vehicle and determined that the steering pin box needed replacement. Read details...
Steering control arm snap. Read details...