general problems of the 2008 Ford Explorer

Stiffness in steering when you turn the wheel . No sounds coming from power steering/belt or anything for that matter . . Just when you slow to turn it's stiff.

Loss of steering. "power steering assist fault" this is a known issue and documented issue and Ford is 'selectively' choosing to cherry-pick coverage on recall. This needs to be covered on all effected vehicles not cherry picked! I should not have to pay 2-$3,000 + for a repair that's been well documented.

Brakes failed ! I was making a left turn ( about 80° angle ) into a store plaza that has a slight hill . While making the turn there was a single thump. Steering wheel locked into turning position then released , depressed the breaks as I hit the breaks the break peddle went to the floor and nothing happened made several quick attempts then brakes went to normal operation.

Car shuts off and brake system locks up. Repair shop and Ford said it was a power steering control module. Ford has admitted that this part is a problem and that there are none available anywhere in the us. I have been without my car for over four weeks. Ford customer service admitted to the problem, but said there was nothing they could do. It was a supplier problem.

Vehicle check charging system light came on, shortly after the vehicle stall while in motion driving at a speed of approximately 25mph and eventually loss power, steering control and braking capabilities. Currently at the mechanic, it appears it may have been an alternator malfunction that caused the loss of power.

While driving, the steering wheel suddenly became loose and as I drove it got worse. The steering wheel was rocking side to side and up and down no less than 2-3 inches. This was scary! I called , and the service department told me to bring it in, which I did ASAP. They looked at it the next day, and told me the bolt/nut that holds the steering wheel on was coming loose. It was repaired and treadwell Ford charged me $99. 98 for tightening up the bolt/nut. If this had come loose on the highway, I would have been in big trouble, and I feel I should not have been charged for this repair because it is definately a serious safety issue. I complained to them, but at treadwell Ford, the dollar is much more important than the person. I hope this does not happen to anyone else, and I hope no one is injured or killed because of this issue. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the steering wheel would seize while driving at various speeds above 5 mph. The vehicle would be shut off after the failure and upon restart, the vehicle would operate as normal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions, where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 49,000.