Power Steering Failed problems of the 2015 Ford Flex

Vehicle was in motion on a highway, several warnings quickly appeared on the dash then simultaneously all power steering functions stopped working and vehicle was extremely difficult to steer. When trying to guide the vehicle to a stop, the steering wheel was trying to correct itself resulting in the vehicle being completely inoperable. The dealership found that the (pscm) power steering control module failed and needed to be replaced resulting in a $2,200 charge on a vehicle with 52,000 miles.

Power steering suddenly failed. System warned of vsc fault, then steering assist fault, then there was no power assist, at 50mph. I was driving straight on an airport access road. The problem persisted for a 2 miles or so, when I was able to get it off the road safely. When I turned off the ignition and re-started a few minutes later, the problem was gone, as were the warnings.

My power steering failure indicator came on (while I was driving), indicating a need for immediate service. Upon testing, it was determined that the steering gear was faulty. . . On a 2015 vehicle!! this could have caused an accident if the gear failed while I was driving. I would not expect such a failure in a 2015 vehicle. It looks like previous Ford models have been recalled due to a similar issue. I think there must be a design or manufacturing flaw. Given that this is related to steering and creates a high risk of injury in the event of an accident, I recommend that this be fully investigated.