Front Suspension Control Arm problems of the 2011 Ford Fusion

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion. While driving 55 mph, the steering wheel seized and became difficult to turn. The power steering indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to precision Ford (945 n main st, lillington, nc 27546, (910) 814-2243) where it was diagnosed that the control arm needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the warranty was expired. The failure mileage was 160,000.

2011 Ford Fusion owner: possible weld issues on the lower control arms causing the noise concerns and require repair for the lower control arms from manufacturer. It may be the jounce bumper rubbing against dry strut plate causing an abrasion noise from the strut area - big assumption here. Noise happens in warmer months over 50 degrees and gets quiet on colder days. It also get quieter driving over 60 mph. Whatever it is, the swollen parts are extremely noisy, extremely, and concerning. From research, this issue maybe happening to 2006-2015 Ford Fusion vehicles. A few hundred Fusion owners have complained here about this same issue: https://repairpal. Com/squeaks-and-creaks-over-bumps-and-turning-235. It is costing hundreds of dollars for owners to attempt a fix with no results. I am writing as I would like results after owning my car 2 years with this horrible condition taking place. This is worth a recall. Thank you.

The vehicle has started making very loud creaking noises when going over a bump or when turning the steering wheel, typically heard more when at lower speeds. The dealer indicated it's the lower control arm is safe for now; however, was recalled on the 2013-2014 Fusions. In addition, my door handle/latch also stopped working today while stationary. The door is not latching properly. This recall also affected the 2013-2014 Fusions, but not the 2011.

When driving at low speeds, vehicle creaks consistently. Have been told by Ford the front control arms need to be replaced. Has been an issue since 60,000 miles. Unacceptable to be quoted over $1000 to fix all control arms on a car with that many miles. Common problem in this model. We have replaced the worst control arms as they have gone bad, but still need to repair the remainder. Vehicle now has 125,xxx miles.

My vehicle started sounding like something was rubbing. So I had it inspected and was told that the lower control arms on my passenger side where both damaged and in need of replacement but that my vehicle was much to new for these parts to have worn out . It will cost me $645 to repair!.