Steering Failed problems of the 2010 Ford Escape

Failure of the steering torque sensor b2278. When driving or idling, the steering wheel will turn by itself as the steering torque sensor fails. Ford dealership closed the recall without performing the replacement of the sensor based on remedies recommended in recall 14s05. Ford refuses to acknowledge that their recall was not completed correctly and will not honor recall to replace failing sensor.

Drove to school everything okay, came out after practice and 2010 Ford Escape would not turn when pulling out of parking spot. The wheel would click each time you turned a quarter of a turn right or left. After receiving assistance, learned the vehicle would turn but it was extremely difficult and no power steering. Took to sparks autorepair (1665 scherer pkwy, st charles, mo 63303) they diagnosed a steering column computer failure. This vehicle could lock up the steering at any time while driving. As a vehicle owner, I am forced to fix it. From what I have read, seems like there has been more than just myself experiencing this issue and it seems like on particular vins there was a recall. Reporting the issue of a serious steering issue is pretty important. This isn't a simple fix. Be safe 2010 Escape owner/operators. We were lucky no one was hurt.

Tl the contact owns a 2010 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the steering wheel and front wheels vibrated out of control. The contact inspected the vehicle himself and found that the wheel bearing was the wrong dimension. The contact replaced the driver's side wheel bearing himself. The contact took the vehicle to an unknown dealer for the steering failure and the steering stabilizer was replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering) and NHTSA campaign number: 15e045000 (suspension). The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. ## #vpic# 4 - VIN corrected, error in one position only (indicated by ! in suggested VIN), multiple matches found; 14 - unable to provide information for all the characters in the VIN. #vpic#.

Tl the contact owns a 2010 Ford Escape. While driving 5 mph, the steering wheel failed and was difficult to turn. Also, the power steering assist indicator illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.

Recall 14s05. I received a recall notice regarding my power steering shortly after purchasing this vehicle. I took it in as instructed. The dealership "reprogrammed it" as instructed by Ford. Now the torque sensor that was also under same recall is out and they will not fix it. They are telling me the recall was satisfied. After doing some research and reading other stories about the same issue I feel this was a scam by Ford to satisfy the recall. They are pushing the cost to the consumer. The reprogram is just a warning that the steering is going to fail it was never any fix. The sensor should have been replaced. This is a safety warning on their own admission when you call to inquire about the recall. I really think this is wrong on every level.

(dyd - dealer info inadequate; need address) tl the contact owns a 2010 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the eps warning indicator flashed. Also, the steering wheel became extremely tight and difficult to turn left and right. The contact had to apply force to the steering wheel when the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to tasca Ford (800-737-0435) for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer stated that the recall had been serviced by rodman Ford (508-543-3333) and refused to provide a solution. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Escape. When the contact attempted to start the vehicle, she had to force the key into the ignition in order to start the engine. It sometimes took several minutes to get the vehicle to start. The vehicle was taken to diers Ford Lincoln (2445 n broad st, fremont, ne) where it was diagnosed that the steering and ignition failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000.

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed. Also, while driving, the power steering assist indicator illuminated and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to premier Ford (5000 glenwood road, brooklyn, NY 11234, phone (718)-859-2000) where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The steering column was not replaced. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The failure mileage was 84,365.

Loss of steering while driving. The steering wheel locked in a straight ahead position while turning on a city street. A alert came on the dash saying electronic steering assist sensor failed. The vehicle lost all power to the steering and made the car hard to turn. I was on a city street.

While driving at moderate speed the steering became very stiff and the vehicle was difficult to turn off the road. There was no indication of a problem before the incident. The dash message was that of a steering failure. Repairs were approximately $1,200. 00.

Loss of steering while driving. The steering wheel locked in a straight ahead position while turning on a city street. A alert came on the dash saying electronic steering assist sensor failed. The vehicle lost all power to the steering and made the car hard to turn. Checked recalls and there is a recall on the sensors but my vehicle is not on the recall list.

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Escape. When the vehicle was started, the steering wheel shook and there was no steering ability. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The dealer diagnosed that the torque steering sensor failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired for the same failure two years ago with a software update. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired again. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.

My vehicle is displaying the electric steering assist failure warning and the steering wheel is shuddering at all speeds. The steering wheel also pushes back at times. Problem started at 115,000 miles. I have had extensive communication with fmc and they steadfastly refused to admit any liability. They say that they will never fix this issue under any circumstances unless the federal government forces them to do so. They suggest that I have a dealer fix it at my expense. There have been many reports of instantaneous failures resulting in loss of control. This is an inherent problem with all second generation Escapes. Over 1 million Ford vehicles have the faulty components. Ford is stonewalling the problem in an attempt to avoid the multi billion dollar tab. You must act quickly! most of us do not have $1500 to replace the electric steering unit. Many will continue to drive and endanger others in rapidly increasing numbers. I can send my communication with fmc.

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed without warning and became hard to turn. The contact drove very slowly to be able to complete the turn. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have diagnostic performed or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and the current mileage was 86,000. . . Updated 04-22-14.

I've had 2 instances of loss of steering assist on my 2010 Ford Escape. The first instance was at approximately 45 mph. Steering assist failed. The wheel was very difficult for my husband to turn. He slowed the car down, turned on the hazards, and pulled over. The car was shut off and started again. Power assist worked again at start-up. Our three children and I were also in the car, and I'm surprised we were not rear-ended. The second instance was when I was in line at a drive-through. I couldn't turn the wheel when pulling forward. I shut the car off and restarted. Power assist worked at start-up. I contacted the Ford dealership, who was very aware of the issue and quoted me $1100-1400 repairs. Car was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the issues as a faulty power assist motor. Replacement was quoted at $1400. I commute 50 miles round trip every day. I am very worried of the steering assist failing on the highway or while my children are in the car again. Failure occurred at 75,000 miles.