Steering Failed problems of the 2008 Ford Escape - part 1

Received a power steeting assist fault on my vehicle when turning it on in a parking lot. I was unable to steer the vehicle unless I gave it brut force. When calling Ford, they said that recall 14s05 was performed on my vehicle in 2014 which was suppose to fix this issue with some software update. There are many complaints that this software update did nothing to fix the issue and many times, caused steering failure after the software update. Ford is leaving many people out in the cold making them pay for their defect and found a way to "pretend" to fix the issue when they should have replaced the entire steering column to begin with, not a software fix. This failure should be fixed by Ford, especially if the software fix was not the correct solution.

When the vehicle was parked the steering wheel would rock side to side about a quarter of an inch and then as we were driving down the highway taking a corner the elecktronic steering completely fail almost causing us to wreck.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, exiting the freeway the steering seized without warning. The contact managed to steering the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. Contact triple-a and towed the vehicle to dealer tri-state Ford 1503 pennsylvania Ave, east liverpool, OH 43920 (330) 386-6120 where it was diagnose that the steering failed and needed ot be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned NHTSA campaign number:14v284000 (steering) as a possible solution to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that no recall was under his VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 210,000. Ck.

Steering wheel had been intermittently vibrating for a few weeks, then message 'steering power assist failure' message appeared when car started after being parked all day. Power steering is gone. This vehicle has supposedly had this repaired as part of the 2014 recall.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving approximately 35 mph, the steering ability became very difficult. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the steering rack failed and needed replacement. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle had a software patch downloaded in 2014 to correct a potential failure by webb Ford (9809 indianapolis blvd, highland, in 46322). The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 63,600.

The electric assist steering failed, making the vehicle very hard to steer, both from stationary and while in motion.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape the contact stated that the vehicle was takento the dealer to have NHTSA campaing number 14v284000 (steering) performed on August of two thousand fourteen. To an unknow Ford delaer. The dealer updated the power steering control module software however, the repair didnot correct the failure the steering failed, and the contact was unable to turn the steering wheel. The manufacture was contacted and advised the contact that they are unalble to assist. The vheicle was not repaired. Failure mileage was 197,000. Li.

Electronic steering failure. I have no power/electronic power steering. When parked yesterday I started my car and went to move forward only to have no steering. I stopped the car, turned it off, still nothing. Restarted car one more time and steering worked. Today the steering went out and did not come back. I had to drive home with manual steering. I had the entire electronic steering column replace within the last 6 months for a tolal of $1400.

Incident while driving 40 mph steering column started to shake then steering failed making it extremely difficult to turn placing the car at risk for an accident. This vehicle year and model was part of NHTSA campaign recall 14v284000 and Ford recall #14s05. Unfortunately they did not include our VIN # in the cars they would fix. Same problem as all the ones they decided to fix. Selective safety isn't safe. Since this issue is the same as the others, we too need to be reimbursed for the costs of making our car safe again.

I did the steering recall but however, after 2-year driving. My steering failed when I drive on the highway in 70mile. It is so horrible that my whole family was in the car. Ford they didn't really care about Escape steering issue. I guess they are waiting for someone dead in the accident. Please look this issue seriously. There are some many ower have the same issue even they did the recall.

I brought my car in for the recall to be fixed on 1/2/18 and the Ford dealership just reprogrammed my torque sensor. On 5/24/18 my car was back in the dealership for having about 8" of play in my steering wheel. They said that was not due to the recall and charged $299. 19 to fix a u joint. My steering wheel constantly shakes, including while idling and driving on the interstate, while turning, etc. My wrench light and traction control light comes on randomly. They say that the steering column is failing. They say that it is dangerous to drive but deny that it has anything to do with the recall.

Drove to work at 6 am went to use for lunch vehicle had no power assisted steering more like manual steering. Making very difficult in parking , on ramps turning at intersections. My mechanic tells me steering column part failure that they have replaced in several Escapes & mariners. My boss went on line and found info on recall of 915,216 Ford Escapes & Mercury mariners. Problem was when backing out of parking spot tying to to turn to right was very difficult more like manual steering.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving unknown speeds and attempting to make a right turn, the steering wheel failed to move and became inoperable. Also, the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Electric steering assist failure -- sudden and complete failure. On highway. . . Outside temp was 5 f above zero. Two children in car (one year old and 3 year old). Without warning (and during a 45 degree curve) the steering assist went out and at first the steering assist attempted to correct the steering and that made matters worse -- holding the wheel steady and continuing thru the turn was a challenge (and, I am 'stout' guy!). Got off the highway ASAP. Then an electric burn smell started. . Steering column (?). Got the grand kids out of the car (into the 5 degree temp) in a hurry! car now in the shop . $2,000 repair and may not be complete. Will find out final number today.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering torque sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The failure mileage was 120,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving 17 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering column failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 62,370.

Loss of steering due to steering torque sensor failure which was under recall #14s05. Vehicle has lost steering capability 3 times in the last 3 months while making a slow turn.

Electric power steering began to intermittently fail, nearly causing loss of control of vehicle while in motion on a city street. Power steering experienced a complete failure yesterday when turning into a store parking lot and is giving a fault code indicating steering rotation sensor failure. Ford should fix this under a recall. It is a major safety defect which appears to affect hundreds of thousands of models.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While reversing at 20 mph, the steering wheel failed without warning. The contact was able to shift the vehicle back into drive and pull back into her driveway. In addition, the steering failed two times previously. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,360.

We took our Ford motor company 2008 Escape to the dealer for recall NHTSA 14v284000 or Ford #14s05. The dealer reprogrammed the power steering module. Prior to that we had no problems whatsoever with the steering. 4 months later the steering has failed. From what I am reading at several locations on the internet this is a common problem. I am asking the NHTSA to look at this problem closer. My opinion is there should be an additional recall that addresses this issue. If you've had a similar issue I urge you to contact Ford and file a complaint and contact the NHTSA and voice your concern. I was told by Ford it is my responsibility to fix the vehicle and they are offering no assistance.

Had Ford recall #14v284000 (Ford #14s05) performed in April 2015 - which covered power steering control module. Was told "nothing wrong, updated software". March 2016 steering failed. Dealer diagnosed as failed torque sensor which supposedly is one of the items covered under recall. However was told this was no longer covered under recall - because the recall was "closed out" on our vehicle the day they found nothing wrong. Called Ford customer service 1-800-392-3673 who said same thing. Total scam! if it's not broke the day you take it in then they don't replace anything. Side stepping potentially defective steering components with a bogus software fix. Then later exposed to the safety risk of driving with steering components that may (and in this case) did fail. Again I feel this is a total sham!.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving 65 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column failed and needed to be replaced. The failure occurred after the vehicle was serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 148,377.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving 65 mph, the steering failed. The contact stated that the steering wheel required extra effort to turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering); however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.

Electric steering assist failed while driving.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at 20 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the sensor and steering column failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that he received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 103,136.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving 25 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. While accelerating from a stop and making a turn, the steering failed. After the vehicle was parked for a while, the steering returned to normal. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the torque sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 147,000.

All instrument warning lights came on. Speedometer zeroed out. Steering failed. Also happened today(9/23/15). Computer update done 13 months ago for steering recall even though I had no prior problems.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. While driving approximately 35 mph, the steering wheel inadvertently turned left. The contact coasted to the side of the road and disconnected the power steering fuse. The contact was able to drive the vehicle with no power steering to his residence. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the torque sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. While leaving the dealer, the failure recurred. The technician advised the contact that the steering column failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.

Took my Ford Escape to dealer for the steering torque sensor, recall by Ford #14s05 in August 2014. The dealer did not get any "bad" codes, so they did a software update. On January 26, I could not steer my car. Fortunately, I was at a stop and not driving on the freeway. I had to have it towed to the local dealership. They said the steering torque sensor failed and I had to replace the entire steering assembly which is going to cost me $1200. Ford will not cover the repair because they said the "software update" was done. I have seen several other records of the same issue not being covered by Ford.

Pursuant to the 2014 recall on my vehicle, I took my 2008 Escape to be serviced. Upon information and belief, the torque sensor module was reprogrammed to prevent the loss of steering. Said service was performed on October 1, 2014. On November 14, 2014, the vehicle lost complete control of steering while driving with my young child, three hours from home. After having the vehicle towed to the dealership that performed the work under the recall, I was told we were responsible for the repairs, despite the mechanic admitting and agreeing with us that it was an issue that should have been fixed under the recall. The mechanic's hands were tied as Ford would not authorize the work to be performed on the company's expense. The estimated price of repairs is $1600. The mechanic also told us had we not brought the vehicle in as instructed by the well publicized recall and the steering failed, it would have been covered under the recall. The recall states, "alternatively, the dealer may need to replace the torque sensor or the steering column. This service will be performed free of charge (parts and labor)". Ford indicated by phone that this only applies to the first visit. Any subsequent visit for a recall issue is the owner's expense. Ford's misrepresentations in its recall notice and subsequent actions are unfair and deceptive trade practices, not to mention an extreme safety issue and danger to consumers who believe not that their vehicle is safe to drive after being serviced by the recall.

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30mph, a loud grinding noise emitted under the front and the steering wheel failed without warning. The contact was able to exit traffic by turning the steering wheel with force. The local mechanic inspected the vehicle and located the failure at the power steering column and advised that the power steering system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 125,000.

I was driving in the neighbor hood and my electronic steering failed. I was able to drive it to the nearest car shop and they took a look at it. They informed me the electronic steering chip was going bad. So it will work at times and then it will fail again. This is a major safety concern. I am a bigger guy so I can handle not having steering assist. However if this happens when not expecting it, it could easily cause an accident. There is a growing list of complaints online with people having the same problem.

My 2008 Ford Escape has a bad steering sensor that caused issues with steering and had pulling to the left. Ford informs me that they have to replace entire steering column to fix failed sensor and are quoting $1675. After searching online I see hundreds of similar complaints about Ford Escapes 2008-2010. This is a safety issue that must be addressed by Ford.

My wife encountered a steering failure on our vehicle yesterday. Upon review by my mechanic he reported a failure of code b2278 and the reported fix is the replacement by Ford of the entire steering column. He also suggested I look online because this appears to be a very common problem among the mid-2000's Ford Escape hybrids. . Read more...

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving in reverse at an unknown speed, the steering wheel failed to maneuver in any direction. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000. The VIN was unavailable.