Table 1 shows nine common steering related problems of the 2014 Ford Escape. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (114 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering failed (13 problems).
When the vehicle was started, the steering wheel was impossible to turn. A message on the dash showed “steering assist fault, service required”. After shutting the vehicle off and restarting, the power steering was restored. The problem persisted on 2 more vehicle starts on the same day. Read details...
Power steering assist failure service required. Happened without warning. Vehicle had been driven steady for hours. Issue showed when starting the car after very short stop for water. Very difficult to steer. Was able to reset by turning off the ignition and restarting. Read details...
Power steering fails intermittently when in motion and turning. . . Sometimes before pulling out. This has been diagnosed by Ford as a rack and pinion issue with a repair quote of $2,164 to replace. The car has under 69,000 miles. Read details...