155 problems related to power steering failed have been reported for the 2008 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2008 Escape.
Electronic power assisted steering failed in the exact same way that it failed in the previous recall that only included a limited number of Ford Escapes, of which mine was not included. No warning light came on, it just stopped working completely and caused a minor accident. In doing research I found an active recall for this issue on my model car produced in the same plant as recall but my VIN was not included so dealer is refusing to fix issue. In doing more research this seems to be a very common and very dangerous issue that most everyone with this model car has had at some point or another. The ntsb needs to step in and require Ford to recall all of the 2008 Ford Escapes for replacement of the steering column.
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the power steering failed to operate as needed without warning. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to maneuver the vehicle. The vehicle had yet to be taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be serviced or diagnosed for the failure. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Tl the contact called on behalf of his daughter who owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that his daughter was driving 30 mph, when the steering wheel ceased without warning. The driver coasted the vehicle to the shoulder, turned off and restarted the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to resume normal operation. The driver drove the vehicle tp her residence. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering failed and needed to be repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer richmond Ford west (10751 w broad st, glen allen, va 23060, (804) 273-9700) was contacted and the contact was informed that the vehicle was repaired prior to purchase. The contact mentioned NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering) as a possible solution to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 84,000.
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the steering wheel shook with the service vehicle soon warning light illuminated. The steering wheel then ceased. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove to the residence. The vehicle was taken to kearny mesa Ford (7303 clairemont mesa blvd, san diego, CA 92111) where it was diagnosed with an electric power steering assist failure. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle failure was associated with NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.
The electric power steering failed, just one day stopped working as a known issue.
Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds the power steering would fail without warning. The vehicle would become difficult to maneuver. The contact took the vehicle to the dealership. ( lilliston Ford, 833 n delsea dr, vineland, NJ 08360, (856) 272-5950) who diagnosed that the torque center failed and had to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that their vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 14v284000 (steering). The manufacturer opened a case regarding the matter. The approximate failure mileage was 150. 000. Lj.
Power steering failure. This was a recall in 2014, previous owner had the pcsm re-programmed and this was considered taking care of the recall. The power steering motor and torque sensor were the issue. It has failed and Ford will not cover this $2200 repair.
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While operating the vehicle and making a turn, the contact heard three beeps. Afterwards, an unknown warning indicator illuminated and the power steering failed. The contact was able to continue driving to her destination. The vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the torque sensor on the steering wheel failed. Brighton Ford (8240 grand river Ave, brighton, mi 48114, (810)-227-1171) scheduled an appointment. The dealer stated that there was no recall and the vehicle was not repaired. The contact continued to drive the vehicle without the power steering failure remedied. The dealer quoted a parts cost of $1,800, which did not include the cost for labor. The manufacturer stated that the recall expired under the previous owner and that there was no warranty coverage. The failure mileage was 122,000.
Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle the wrench light had illuminate on the dash display and the power steering had failed causing the steering wheel to become very difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer waikem Ford(4321 Lincoln way east, massillon OH) who diagnosed that the torque sensor was faulty. The torque sensor was replaced but the failure was not remedied. The steering module was then diagnosed as the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 150,000. Jft.
Power steering failure. The recall was performed in 2018 now we have the same problem.
Power steering failure. Symptoms are exactly as described in nhsta campain# 14v284000. Began with a steering wheel shimmy while vehicle was in operation (intermittent, worst at idle but persistent) and eventual "power steering assist fault".
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. When the vehicle was started, the power steering assist fault warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle lost the ability to steer. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined that the power steering failed. The mechanic suggested taking the vehicle to friendly Ford (2250 south road, poughkeepsie, NY 12601) where the power steering failure was confirmed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000.
Power steering failure due to bad senor.
Power steering failed because of a bad sensor. Ford dealer said programming was covered in a recall not repairing the hard part that failed. Steering was possible with huge amount of effort with the bad sensor. . Replaced sensor and the vehicle's power steering was restored.
My car is in the shop for an unrelated issue, and after completing repairs my mechanic took the car out for a test drive. While driving my car the power steering failed and my mechanic checked and there is a recall for this issue for this model year for this issue but my VIN does not fall within the parameters for the recall.
~tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While the vehicle was at a stop light, the steering rocked back and forth without warning and the power steering failed. The vehicle was taken to anderson's rock river Ford (815-229-0510, located at 224 n alpine rd, rockford, IL 61107) where it was stated that the vehicle was previously repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered a discount toward the repair cost. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While operating the vehicle, the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the torque sensor was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Approximately four months later, while driving, the power steering completely failed and the steering wheel was very difficult to turn. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The local dealer (broadway Ford, 1010 south military Ave, green bay, WI) was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was also notified. The owner was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000(steering), but the contact indicated that the vehicle experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 135,000. The VIN was invalid.
About 4 months after purchasing my Ford 2008 the steering column locked up and has become difficult to drive. It was diagnosed with having an electrical power steering failure, which is similar to having no power steering fluid. As a result, I can't drive on highways and it's increasingly dangerous to drive the car period. I brought it to my local Ford dealership and it's a $1500. 00 fix to replace the steering column; which is what's needed, which I don't believe I should have to pay for. When researching this on youtube, I found it to be a serious problem that comes up often. Ford is aware of it and it seems will only include VIN's they want to. I think mine and all 2008 should be covered under a recall, this is a dangerous problem that they new about and refuse to fix it because it cause to much? I could have been killed, not knowing this problem. My reactions as a safe drive is what prevented me from being in a serious accident at that time. I'm including the invoice which shows the evaluation of the car, Ford should not have a choice as to whether or not they should cover a vehicle. Ford produced a vehicle that has a problem, that shouldn't be on the consumer. Please view youtube on this topic, there are numerous videos on the 2008 topic and the problem people are having. Anything you can do to help this situation is greatly appreciated. Thank you, parris wise.
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While backing out of the driveway, the power steering failed and the vehicle became difficult to steer. The dealer (interstate Ford, 125 alexandersville rd, miamisburg, OH 45342) was contact and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering), but the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified and stated that since the VIN was not included in a recall, the contact would have to pay for repairs. The failure mileage was 90,000.
Car started last week with a phantom shake of the steering wheel, while the car was on and in park, or while stationary at a stop light or stop sign, slight shake while driving. Now 8 days later, while driving in town, straight down the road, power steering assist failure error message came onto the dash, resulting in immediate loss of power steering. Recall was done to this SUV in 2014, and still there are issues. Seeing this same issue stated numerous times on the internet that this needs to be addressed!!.
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the power steering assist failed while driving. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the failure. The dealer (porter Ford, 600 ogletown rd, newark, DE 19711) was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering), but the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.
Power steering suddenly stopped working making turning extremely difficult I took my vehicle to the shop and they advised that there's a recall uncertain vehicles of this year and his model they run my VIN but my vehicle didn't came out but I was advised that it's the same codes and issues as the one in the recalls. I am attaching a picture of the coats they gave me regarding the power steering failure.
Power steering failure at 108k miles.
Tl-contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape --- power steering assist failure --- contact looked up VIN number online and saw power steering recall -- contacted Ford -- Ford stated contacts vehicle is not included in recall. Ford stated vehicle needs power steering software update--software update was done last week. Power steering happened again . . . . . . Steering shaft torque malfunction message came up on dashboard -- 0 recalls associated with this VIN. . . . . Cb.
Power steering failure. Was on city street.
Electric power steering assist fails and car is unable to be steered. This happens while driving, with very unsafe situation. This is not a nuisance, it is totally unsafe as car control is lost when this happens. Recalls appear to have been initiated surrounding this problem, I need to find out if this is the case. Ford must stand behind fixing this unsafe condition.
While sitting in a parking lot or driving down the road, the steering wheel turns a distance of 2 inches back and forth on its own. When I turned my vehicle on recently, an error message appeared on the dashboard saying "electronic power steering assist failure" and the wheel was very hard to turn. After turning it a certain distance it freed up again and I was able to make it to my next destination without any further problems besides the wheel trying to turn itself.
When I came out of the gas station the wheel would not turn and "power steering assist failure" came up. I could not steer the vehicle and the problem still persists tonight 12/9/2017.
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering) for which it received the update for the power steering system in June of 2017. Approximately six months later, while driving, the contact heard a beeping sound and noticed a warning indicator that stated that the power steering system failed. The contact called reineke Ford Lincoln of lima (1360 greely chapel rd, lima, OH 45804; 419-223-3673) who informed the contact that the power steering column failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened case number: cas/13702203. The manufacturer stated that the recall repair was completed and separate from the failure. The contact was also informed that the new repair was not covered under warranty. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving 25 mph, the power steering failed and the "power steering assist fault" message appeared. The contact was able to drive home, but it was extremely difficult to steer the vehicle left or right. Hopkins Ford in elgin, illinois was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not under recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 119,917.
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While parking, the steering wheel seized and the power steering failed without warning. The contact turned the vehicle off and on several times, but the power steering failed. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for diagnostic testing or repair. The contact researched the failure online and found NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The failure mileage was 147,019.
Electric power steering assist has failed as I was turning a corner which almost caused me to run over a little girl and her mother.
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving approximately 20 mph, the power steering failed and became difficult to maneuver. Also, the power train fault indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering shaft angle torque sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not replaced. The dealer was not contacted. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the recall repair was previously completed. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
While driving at low speed in a parking lot the power assist and subsequently the power steering failed making the vehicle very difficult to steer. I barely missed hitting another vehicle.
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving approximately 35 mph, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact turned off the vehicle and restarted it, but the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering column failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed of NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering) and was advised to take it to a Ford dealer. The vehicle was later taken to longhorn Ford (1311 s pacific st, mineola, TX 75773), but was not diagnosed or repaired due to the diagnostic and repair fees. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the recall was closed. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000.