Two problems related to steering is tight have been reported for the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid based on all problems reported for the 2009 Escape Hybrid.
Tl the contact owns a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the steering wheel was extremely hard to turn, without warning. The contact called hassett Ford (3530 sunrise hwy, wantagh, NY 11793, (516) 785-7800) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that there was faulty torque sensor in the transmission. The manufacturer was contacted but, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.
My steering wheel is very very hard to steer on my 2009 Ford escape 2 wd. I need this fixed by the dealer & want to know if this is part of the recall#14s05 my VIN 1fmcu02729kb46683 . I hope this is part of the recall so my local dealer can fix it free for me.