126 problems related to power steering light on have been reported for the 2012 Ford Fusion. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Ford Fusion based on all problems reported for the 2012 Fusion.
I was pulling out from my parking spot (parallel parked) when all of a sudden the steering wheel jerked out of my hands and the electric power assist light popped on. I was on a side street beginning to accelerate after pulling out into traffic. Had I been going faster, it easily could have created a wreck. When the wheel jerked, I slammed my brakes on. I turned the vehicle off then on, and the light popped off. I re-parked it because I was afraid to drive it, and before re-parking, the light was back on. I found this is a common problem and looked on line (Ford recall #15s18, NHTSA #15v340000). When I contacted the dealership to schedule repair, I was told that my VIN was outside of the recall range, even though it did indeed fail the same way these others failed. Because it was outside of the range, I would be financially responsible for this known design failure that resulted in a near miss accident. I've not taken it in for repair yet, hoping this recall is widened to the appropriate range for the same failure. I understand it's costly, but finding out this problem was a known problem that they didn't properly identify points of containment made me angry.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 55 mph, the vehicle loss power steering assist and the steering wheel seized. The power steering assist warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to hayford Ford (1330 301st Ave ne, isanti, mn 55040) and diagnosed with power steering failure and that the power steering gear and steering column needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 81,000.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, when suddenly the power steering assist warning light illuminated and the steering failed. The contact had their husband continue to drive the vehicle, however, the steering had turned to manual steering. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who informed the contact of NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering). The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact was referred to Ford. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that their vehicle was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.
Went to store when I got back in car the power steering assist warning light came on then it said service . When I went to drive there was no power steering.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel seized while the power steering assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to valenti Ford (72 jerry browne rd, mystic, CT 06355) where it was diagnosed that the steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 129,000.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while their daughter was driving approximately 60 mph, the power steering warning light illuminated and the power steering failed to perform as designed. The vehicle was driven to the residence however, the vehicle was difficult to steer. A certified mechanic was contacted who informed the contact of a possible recall on the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering). The approximate failure mileage 150,000.
Power steering fault light came on in the vehicle. I noticed that there are recalls for this with Ford Fusion models starting in 2013.
Tl the contact's daughter owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while his daughter was starting the vehicle, the electronic power steering warning light illuminated. The driver turned off and restarted the vehicle and the warning light was no longer illuminated. The vehicle was taken to joe myers Ford located at 16634 northwest fwy, houston, TX 77040, (713) 766-3600, and was diagnosed with needing steering gear to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering) however the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
I have had the car for years and the power assist fault light has came on numerous times mostly when I first start the car but it has happened while driving as well making it extremely dangerous when you lose steering. Usually I can power off and restart and it goes away. This morning I have restarted multiple times and the power steering assist fault will not go away. I have looked up recalls for my vehicle and recall 15s18 explains my exact issue. However the cut off date for vehicles for this recall is 2/28/12 and my vehicle was made 3/12/12. Less than 2 weeks between the infected vs my car. Ford should have to pay for this as I believe its too close of a date to really know if my car was made with the same parts that were defective 10days before mine.
Power steering light came on. Steering wheel wouldn't turn easily.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the steering wheel was difficult to turn. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The contact continued driving to her destination. The contact stated that after the vehicle was restarted, the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to acton Ford inc located at 76 powder mill rd, acton, MA 01720, (978) 897-7000, however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired for the recent failure. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.
Power steering out with message lights. Have seen previous recalls for my make and year. Why is there not one listed.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while shifting gears to reverse at 5 mph, the power steering assist warning light illuminated and the steering ceased. The vehicle was not drivable. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering) however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 96,000.
2012 Ford Fusion sel electronic power steering assist light comes on , loss of power steering, has happened several times in recent weeks ,has almost caused me to hit a pedestrian, I see this year make and model are affected and also from the plant the car was manufactured by on the recall list but my car and dealership says it's not covered.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while putting air in the tires, the service power steering light illuminated. The contact called brandon Ford located at 9090 e adamo dr, tampa, FL 33619, (813) 246-3673, and was informed to bring the vehicle in for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.
I was driving home on 01/28/2020 when the service power steering light came on. I was driving at around 35 mph, and did run over some sand that was on the road that made the car slip somewhat, but not much. And the power steering went out. I was driving at the time, but did get home safely. The service station I went to the next morning told me that there was a recall out for the power steering issue, but it seems my car is not included. Why is that if this is a known issue with the Ford Fusion? I have not yet been able to have this repaired as I do not have 1800. 00 to 2000. 00 to spend on this repair at the moment.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving at approximately at 40 mph when the vehicle power steering warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to parked the vehicle; however when attempting to restart the vehicle the following day the power steering went out. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic for diagnosis and repairs ( a replaced power steering 2x) the vehicle was not taken to a dealer and the manufacturer was made aware of this failure. The approximate failure milage was 115,000 tp.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle had been placed under recall NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering). The contact took the vehicle to dewey Ford 3055 se delaware Ave, ankeny, IA 50021 where he had the vehicle serviced. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 35 mph, the power steering ceased without warning. The please service power steering light had illuminated after the failure occurred; the contact's wife was able to drive the vehicle home. The contact took the vehicle back to the same dealer where they diagnosed the vehicle with a defective power steering rack. The manufacturer had been notified and informed the contact that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was 132,000.
Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that when he went to start the vehicle the steering system failure light came on. The steering wheel would not move at all. The dealer tri state Ford 1503 pennsylvania Ave, east liverpool, OH 43920 (330) 386-6120 told the contact not to drive the vehicle. The steering wheel system could only be fixed by the manufacturer and the cost would run about $2,600. The manufacturer stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle. Trhe failure mileage was 135,000. Tf.
Tl the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the power steering assist warning light displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated the vehicle was shifted to drive however, the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver. The contact stated that the failure previously occurred however, after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the power steering function was restored. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
Started vehicle and went to pull away from curb and there was no power steering and then noticed steering light was on in the dash lights. Vehicle was shut off until the next day, went to assess problem and when vehicle was started the light was off and power steering was back working properly.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at a moderate rate of speed, the power steering ceased and the power assist warning light illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000(steering). The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that the her VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 156,000. Jo.
Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at 5mph, the advance auto trac, and power steering assist warning light illuminated, while making a right turn the steering wheel seized. The contact try to steer the wheel which failed to steer properly. The contact turn the vehicle off and back on placed the vehicle in reverse and went forward but still, the steering wheel failed. Triple-a was contacted and towed the vehicle to the dealer (heritage Ford 2075 edsel ln NW, corydon, in 47112 (812) 738-3284) where a diagnoses test was performed and determined that the steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to contact NHTSA to place a complaint. The failure mileage was aprroximently 166,000. Ck.
Last week I received a recall for the airbags on my vehicle. Before I called for an appointment, I checked the recall on line and noticed the steering is also being recalled. Two days later while driving, lights started going off on my dashboard. The steering and tsc lights were blinking and ringing. I had no idea what to do! I read the dashboard which said check my power steering fluid, ther is no fluid well??? I called my Ford dealer and was told � we will fix the airbag, but have no idea about the steering issues, my car has no recall for that� I told them I was looking right at the recall notice, and since I wasn't notified, they can't fix it. I told her I cannot drive the vehicle that the car won't steer, she told me to have it towed in. I have purchased a 1990 bronco I, a 1999 Ford ranger and a 2007 escape from this same dealer. These vehicles have as follows: 660k,588k and 290k miles on them. My ranger still has the original muffler. Is this the way I should be treated. If the car has been recalled for steering, which you can easily see from the tire wear, than why doesn't Ford stand up and repair it, since there is a recall. I could fix it myself, but Ford has blocked the computer usage, do I need to bypass that also. I'm a simple man who loves his Fords. I brag constantly about my vehicles. I brag constantly about my dealer. I feel betrayed!!!.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at 60 mph, the power steering warning light illuminated on her vehicle. As the light illuminated, the power assist failed to operate as needed. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic where she was informed that this particular matter had been related to a recall. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer(len stoler Ford 11275 reisterstown rd, owings mills, MD 21117 410-356-7000) where it was discovered that her vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000(steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was given the same information as from the dealer. The contact was then referred to NHTSA. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Jo.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that extra strength was needed when operating the steering wheel left or right with the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Ford & Lincoln of smithtown 440 east jericho turnpike, st james, NY 11780 (631) 265-2340 where the contact was informed that the steering wheel module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that the VIN number was not included in the NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering) and the contact was given a case number. Th failure mileage was 100,000. Dr.
Tl-the contact onws a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that when the driver drove at 45mph. The steering wheel became hard to turn, the power steering assist light illuminated while the filure occurred. The driver was able to drive the vehicle into a parking lot. The vehicle was taken to an uknown local mechanic to have a diagnostic performed that located the failure codes c1277 steering angle and c1963 stability control power steering gear. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer provided case number cas22322065, and advisded that vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaing number 15v340000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. Filure mileage was 39,713. Li.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact states that while her son was driving her vehicle, the vehicle's power steering warning light illuminated upon start. He was able to drive the vehicle home with no power steering. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic and diagnosed the vehicle with power steering failure, the vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included under recall NHTSA campaign number 15v340000 (steering). The failure mileage was 105,000. Jo.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at low or hight speed, the steering wheel seized and become difficult to turned. The power steering assist warning light illuminated. The contact was able to coast over to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted and was able to drive normal. The contact stated that she was able to drive the vehicle without power steering to her residence. The failure recurred four times. The contact called russ milne Ford dealer (24777 hall rd, macomb, mi 48042, (888) 875-0668) and schedule an appointment for a diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacture was notified of the failure but did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000. Aw.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford focus. The contact states that while driving at 5 mph, the vehicle lost complete power steering as the warning light illuminated. The contact tried restarting the vehicle and the same failure re-occurred. The contact notified the manufacturer of the failure and was referred to NHTSA. The vehicle has not been repaired, the failure mileage was 75,000. Jo.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph when the vehicle's power steering suddenly failed and the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated they were able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road. The contact had the vehicle towed. The contact had an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact contacted the dealership (robbie roberson Ford located at 2825 memorial dr, waycross, GA 31503 912-283-3131 ) who stated that the warning light illuminated was indication that the power steering has failed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repair. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. Gl.
Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to turn . The power steering fault indicator light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer sames motor company 6001 san dario Ave, laredo, TX 780416001 san dario Ave, laredo, TX 78041 but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted however no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 60,000. Ap.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced power steering assist failure while driving at 15 mph. The power steering assist warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and the power steering was replaced. Approximately a year later while driving at 60 mph, the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle to another independent mechanic who informed him of NHTSA campaign number: 15v340000 (steering) however, his vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.
Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that their power steering went bad. The steering wheel locked and would not move. The contact's son brought the vehicle home from college and the steering wheel was fine. The contact attempted to drive the vehicle and the steering wheel locked up again. The vehicle is also under NHTSA campaign number: 9v001000 (air bags). The power steering waning light illuminated. The vehicle was not towed. The vehicle was taken to gillie hyde Ford 610 happy valley rd, glasgow, ky 42141 where the mechanics only repaired the air bag and were waiting for the contact to give permission to service the steering wheel. The contact was told by the dealer that the vehicle was not under recall for any power steering issues. The contact is holding off until the vehicle is recalled for the power steering issue. However, the dealer stated that the vehicle is out of warranty. The power steering was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 68,000. Jw.
Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving and the power steering and advance track light illuminated. The power steering stopped working but the contact was able to pull the vehicle safely to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed back to the contact's house. The dealer koons silver spring Ford 3111 automobile blvd #1, silver spring, MD 20904 (855) 458-6764 stated that there was no recall on the vehicle. The manufacturer had not been contacted yet. The failure mileage was 112,000. Tf.