123 problems related to power steering failed have been reported for the 2012 Ford Focus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Ford Focus based on all problems reported for the 2012 Focus.
My vehicle has on multiple occasions experienced a complete power steering system failure. The most recent of which occurred with my 1 year old daughter in the car; I was entering a turn when the display alarm sounded with the failure causing me to lose control and drive off the road. Ford company is refusing to honor my warranty claiming the part is not covered (a steering sensor), though the steering column itself is covered. I have been told by the service advisor the column cannot be replaced without also replacing the sensor and the sensor cannot be replaced without also replacing the column. It seems they have found a loophole with what is known to be a dangerous hazard to their vehicle. In point of fact the new york times has even written an article in 2015 documenting power steering failure and the injuries that have occurred due to it.
Power steering failed. The entire power steering rack was replaced which includes the power steering control module (pscm). The power steering failure began on 3/1/18 and was initially resolved by turning off then turning on the car. This worked for two weeks. Complete failure occurred on 3/14/18. The pscm is not serviceable and is not a separate component of the power steering rack resulting in a high cost repair on a low mileage vehicle. The vehicle has 35948 original miles. This system is referred to as the electronic power assisted steering (epas) system and has been recalled on the Ford flex, taurus, and the Lincoln mks and mkt 2011 through 2013 models, but not recalled on the Ford Focus even though it is the same problem and faulty equipment design.
Three times the power steering has failed at vehicle start. Required turning car off and back on to resolve.
Turned on the car and power steering had failed.
Starting in October 2017, my power steering failed while operating my car. The problem has started happening intermittent and unexpectedly. Sometimes, the issue occurs when turning on the car (before ever turning the steering wheel). Other times, it happens while driving (both times I was going straight and had to stop in the middle of the road). . Without powersteering, it makes it almost impossible to steer at higher speeds and is extremely dangerous. . Read more...
Car worked well yesterday. Turned it on today amber light and tone power assist steering need service. Power steering failed overnight. Car has about 41k miles on it, estimate for repair $2000+.
Power steering failed around 75000 miles suddenly while driving. I let it be because it went away after turning the car on and off but since January 2018, the car has been permanently without power steering. Ford customer service was no help and only requested that I get a diagnostic that cost 100$. The diagnostic confirmed what I said - that the steering needed to be replaced and that it was not working. They estimated the repair at 2100$. This is a safety issue. If something were to run out in the road I would not be able to turn the wheel fast enough. Additionally, I don't drive others really anymore because I don't feel comfortable putting their safety at risk. This is a safety issue that Ford needs to fix. I am a loyal customer and I wrote to Ford execs (yes wrote because they would not give me a number) multiple times in the past few months. Their response was that NHTSA said it wasnt an issue so they aren't going to do anything. Nhtsa needs to step up and require Ford to remedy this issue. There are thousands of complains for this issue and there have been recalls made for the same issue in other Ford models, so I am unable to understand how this has not been recalled for the 2012 Ford Focus. Its an embarrassment for Ford and NHTSA and makes me and probably all of these other previously loyal customers not want to buy Ford again. Take action. People and their safety are depending on you.
Driving home in traffic my cars power steering failed and it became difficult to steer. Was able to struggle with steering to get it home. Later went out to moved car and steering was fine. Called Ford and they said they are aware of the issue but no recall yet. Extremely dangerous. Ford must be waiting for more related death before issuing a recall. Repair cost $1600 - $2300! real nice Ford.
The electric power steering is starting to fail. It locks the steering wheel while the car is moving while the on my city street. Need to turn off engine and restart the car. Sometime the steering becomes difficult while driving at city speeds. This happen roughly 6 months ago but went away.
I own a 2012 Ford Focus. While driving at varying speeds, the power steering failed and the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn left or right. I have taken it in to a Ford dealership for diagnostics this past week, however, they simply blew me off, stating that there was recall for the problem. I took the vehicle to my private mechanic yesterday and his diagnosis was that the electronic epas module within the power steering system failed. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000 miles. I have had the four tires replaced also yesterday and I got merely some relief from the stiff steering wheel when driving fast, as opposed to when I drive slowly. In fact, the steering stiffens completely when moving the vehicle from a parked position.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. Upon starting the vehicle, "steering wheel fault" displayed on the instrument panel and the power steering failed. The contact was unable to turn the steering wheel left or right. The vehicle was taken to randy marion Ford Lincoln (1011 folger dr, statesville, nc 28625 (704) 235-6214) where it was diagnosed that the steering gear module assembly needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired due to cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 74,000.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. While driving 40 mph, the power steering failed without warning. The contact turned the vehicle off, waited ten seconds, restarted the vehicle, and it returned to normal. The vehicle was taken to mac heik Ford Lincoln (located at 7201 n interstate hwy 35, georgetown, TX 78628, (512) 930-3673) to be diagnosed. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure or retrieve a fault code. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: cas12222912. The approximate failure mileage was 12,225.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. While driving 10 mph, the steering malfunction warning indicator illuminated and the power steering failed and the vehicle became difficult to turn. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that an unknown local dealer scheduled a diagnostic test in the next 15 days. The contact was concerned that, due to her small stature, it would be unsafe to operate the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The contact attempted to contact Ford motor company, but was unable to do so. The approximate failure mileage was 99,450.
My complaint involves the power steering gear that needed to be replaced in my 2012 Ford Focus. The power steering would fail while parked and driving which put me into a couple very dangerous situations while driving. I am requesting a recall by Ford of the power steering gear.
Power steering assist failure, first indication of issue happened two days ago at approximately 104,000 miles. Cleared its self when car was put into gear, second indication was in drive way and a restart cleared problem. Issue has gotten progressively worse daily. I'm not risking my family driving the car until I talk to the dealer. This is a known serious safety issue and the buyers of this car deserve to be warned and compensated with a fix. Innocent persons will die from this while Ford is apparently silent or waiting on their supplier to step up. Nhtsa step it up now!!!.
I purchased this car used in 2016 for my 16 yr old daughter. In the month of June 2017 the power steering would intermittently go out and make it extremely difficult to turn. On July 11, the power steering completely failed and I took it to a local Ford dealership in chesterfield, mo. The dealership communicated to me that they were not aware of power steering issues with this care which is quite disappointing since there is significant content on the internet for this issue. The diagnosis is faulty power steering assembly and will cost me $2200 to fix. I am disappointed Ford is not taking this issue more seriously. I am lucky my daughter was not involved in an accident.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. While driving, the power steering failed and the steering assist indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering fluid needed to be flushed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 38,000.
Power steering failure, upon starting car dash lights warns of power steering failure. At first we could turn car off and restart car and then it would function. This was last year when fall and winter came we had no more problems, as summer came this year with high heat it would not function at all now.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. While driving approximately 40 mph, the power steering ability seized and the power steering assist message remained illuminated. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic (joe miller modern garage in mankato, minnesota) where it was diagnosed that the power steering rack failed and needed replacement. The failure occurred on may 13, 2017, but went away after turning the vehicle on and off. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
There was a power steering failure when backing out of parking spot. Dealer indicated that there is a power steering issue that could impact safety (stranding the vehicle in parking lots or loss of control at speed).
Power steering failure when starting car with warning light . Not in motion.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the power steering assist failed. While attempting to reverse the vehicle, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The power assist indicator illuminated after the failure occurred. The dealer diagnosed that the steering rack failed. The vehicle was repaired and the steering rack was replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 59,000.
There was a power steering failure when backing out of parking spot. I was unable to turn the wheel, resulting in blocked traffic, and disruption to other drivers in the parking lot. Managed to drive car (in straight line, back to earlier parking space). Dealer indicated that there is a power steering issue that could impact safety (stranding the vehicle in parking lots or loss of control at speed).
While backing out of driveway power steering failed. Could not regain power steering until vehicle was turned off and then restarted.
Power steering assist failure. Drove to work fine, 8 hours later came out to go home and the power steering would not work. Turned off the car and all electronics in hopes it was just a boot error with no success. The error was "power steering assist failure. " had to have car towed due to it not being highway safe. Recalls for power steering on other models after failure.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. After the vehicle was started, the power steering failed to operate intermittently for up to five seconds. On another occasion, while turning, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and the power steering failure and service power steering system warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Power assist steering failed twice while driving, one at low speed (15 mph) and again in traffic at (50 mph). Turning ignition off than on returns steering to normal. No warning before failure. Lucky to get vehicle off to shoulder off to side of freeway without a collision.
On at least five occasions the power steering has failed while driving at speeds greater than 45mph. Just prior to the failure a warning light turns on. Once the vehicle is parked and turned off then back on the power steering resumes normal operation. Ford dealership recommends replacement of the steering system. Seems to be very similar to a recall issue on other Ford models.
Upon start-up a yellow warning message was displayed that the power steering had failed, I. E. It took great effort to turn the steering wheel. Car was shut off. Later in the day, car was re-started and the power steering was again working and no warning light (amber) was displayed. Appointment with dealer was made to address issue.
On 2 seperate occassions when the car was started after hours of non use, the power steering failed. The indicator message in the car states no steering assist. The car could be manually steered with great difficulty. The car was in front of my house on a residential street, so it could be manuevered safely and parked. When taken to the Ford dealership for service after the first event, no problem could be found. One week later, the problem recurred and was taken back for service again.
Power steering has been failing intermittently. Car drives like there is no power steering. So far it has always happened immediately after car has been turned on and not while in motion. The problem sounds common based on online searches.
Electronic power steering failure, out of warranty, Ford wants 1800 dollars to try to fix. Car has sat in garage for over a year undrivable.
Power steering failed when backing out on the first incident along with an error message display. On second occasion, when starting the car, the same error message regarding the steering was displayed. Turning the engine off and then back on seemed to get the car operational.
Power steering assist failed while pulling out of driveway. Ford is aware of this issue and has failed to issue a recall on this model, but has on other models with same issue. There are many other complaints of this problem you can find online, even news articles about this happening with this model. Even the service technicians at the Ford dealer knew of the problem.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. While idling at a stop sign, the power steering failed. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering assembly needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was 99,050.