Eight problems related to steering have been reported for the 2007 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2007 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2007 Escape.
The contact owns a 2007 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the power steering module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 152,000.
The subframe is rusted completely out, there was a recall on prior years where they placed a piece of metal to prevent the wheel from coming off. In later years they used the same part, which has the same problems. They should have changed the part or at least redesigned the part so that this wouldn't happen again. Car is now parked untill fixed.
Tl the contact owns a 2007 Ford Escape. After the vehicle was engaged in park, the steering wheel shook without warning. The vehicle was taken to kriegers Ford (3205 north hwy 61, muscatine, IA 52761) where it was diagnosed that the torque sensor failed and needed replacement. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 129,165.
The vehicle has less than 13,000 miles on it and the power assist to the steering has suddenly stopped working. The vehicle is in like new condition. This is clearly no sign of neglect on such a low mileage vehicle.
Right front tone ring cracked causing abs to malfunction and inability to brake safely. Part is a very common failure point and Ford should address this issue.
While driving along a curve in the road with no road hazards apparent, the driver side front axle cracked, causing warnings to light up on the instrument display. The axle was replaced immediately.
The contact owns a 2007 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the power steering would intermittently fail while driving or stopped. While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel would become tight and difficult to turn. If the vehicle was stopped, the steering wheel would intermittently lock up. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the power steering fluid was checked and all of the lines were flushed. The mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 42,000. Updated 08/01/lj the dealer informed the consumer the vehicle needed a steering, rack and lower control arm. Six months after the vehicle was purchased, the transmission had to be replaced.
Rattle was noticed for quite awhile. Took in car for another problem and mentioned rattle under car. Problem was diagnosed as having 'wornfront sway links causing knock noise. "replaced both front links.