Steering Noise problems of the 2011 Ford Fiesta

Four problems related to steering noise have been reported for the 2011 Ford Fiesta. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Ford Fiesta based on all problems reported for the 2011 Fiesta.

1 Steering Noise problem

Failure Date: 08/20/2017

Crunching noise in steering wheel when turning. Duplicated concern trace noise to lower steering column . Repair would cost $455. I bought as a used car in August 2017.

2 Steering Noise problem

Failure Date: 07/22/2015

Began to hear a clunking noise in the steering accompanied by vibration in the steering wheel. This noise and vibration has steadily increased since first noticing it. Feels as though a bearing or bushing has failed or a tooth in the steering gear is missing. Please note: this car has been maintained in a timely fashion and all service has been performed by Ford dealerships. Also I am 59 years old and treat the car with respect. I am worried that whatever it is may fail all-together and cause me to have an accident. Please note: there are other complaints of this problem posted on the internet.

3 Steering Noise problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2015

I noticed that there was a noise when steering the car. When I took it to Ford, they found out that the steering shaft had excessive wear. I wound up footing the bill to replace the steering shaft.

4 Steering Noise problem

Failure Date: 02/04/2015

Pop/clunk/knock noise on turns and loose steering incidental to extreme tire wear on front right tire. TSB ref # : 11-10-28 issued oct 31,2011 Ford:2011-2012 Fiesta.


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