Steering Related Problems of the 2009 Ford Flex

Table 1 shows five common steering related problems of the 2009 Ford Flex. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (two problems).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Ford Flex


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2009 Ford Flex

The Steering problem

Was driving and the steering wheel became stiff. I received no warnings indications or lights on the dash. I had to give it a hard turn to get it to a parking lot and have it towed to a dealership.   Read details...

The Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem

Purchased Flex in 2009, day 1, 5 miles, station wagon has vibration. To this day, still has vibration. 58000 miles now. Bbbautoline says it's out of coverage for arbitration. Flex was in shop min 12x for same issue. Dealer and engineers said bad brakes, the have put on 5 sets of pads and rotors.   Read details...

The Power Steering Failed problem

This is the third time the power steering has failed in this vehicle. I was driving 60 mph and without warning the steering seized. Luckily I was driving in right lane and was able to get vehicle safely to a lot. There was no warning, no noises, no dashboard lights came on.   Read details...


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