Power Steering Failed problems of the 2014 Ford Fusion

From cold start, power steering failure. Steering wheel impossible to turn with engine running. Instrumentation warning light and message: "steering assist fault. . . Service advance trac. " vehicle not drivable. 72,715 miles on vehicle.

Complete loss of steering. Car warnings on instrument panel while driving and vehicle had complete steering shutdown. Could not turn wheel and almost had an accident. Ford is aware of these power steering module failures at low mileages; mine is only 63,519 miles, but refuses to recall or reimburse owners until the NHTSA takes action. Are we just waiting for people to die or become injured? my case number with Ford is cas-26831995-h7j4w0 I. This is a serious safety issue that needs your attention, again!.

On 12/12/2019 while backing downhill out of my driveway, several of my 2014 Ford Fusion hybrid's warning system alerts flashed on including: power steering assist failure, advancedtrac failure and hill start assist failure. I immediately stopped the engine and consulted the owner's manual which advised restarting the engine after waiting at least 10 seconds. When the same series of alerts recurred, despite the lack of power steering I drove it to borgman Ford Mazda in grandville, michigan. Today, I was informed that the problem was due to an electronic malfunction/failure within the power steering control module. I was also informed that "fix" would not be covered under any Ford motor warranty or recall and that the estimated cost of repair was $2200! contacting Ford motors' customer service directly proved fruitless since my wife was told that Ford motors was unable/unwilling to offer any financial assistance but but they did strongly "suggest" that we have the repair completed but to "save our receipts" just in case at some future time a recall for this specific problem was issued. Odometer mileage- 39700. *** this vehicle was affected and serviced for safety recall notice 18s08 / NHTSA recall 18v-167 (steering wheel attachment bolt replacement) which was performed on 7/24/2018.

Driving car and "power steering failure" notification came up on the console. Immediately was very difficult to turn steering wheel. Struggled to get the car home and off the road. Searched the issue and saw a recall for 2010-2013 vehicles at similar mileage point.

Tl-- the contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph when the vehicle's steering wheel suddenly jerked twice and the power steering failed. The vehicle's steering assist fault, as well as, other warning light illuminated immediately after. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and turned the vehicle off. The contact's husband then got in the driver's seat and restarted the vehicle, however, the failure continued. The contact's husband proceeded to drive the vehicle home. The contact had not contacted the dealership. The vehicle had not been officially diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the recall with NHTSA campaign number: 19v632000 (steering) however, their VIN is not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. Gl.

�takata recall� I have a 2014 Ford Fusion. One day while driving service advance trac and power steering failure warning come on and my steering wheel tighten up almost causing me to crash I took my vehicle to the shop and they told me that this oroblem happento a lot of Ford vehicles and that it would cost me 2600 dollars to fix I was in total disbelief because I can't afford that when reaching out to Ford they weren't any help as well they stated that being that I was out of my warranty there's nothing they can do I'm unable to drive my car now get my kids to school or even go to work because of this issue.

Electric power steering rack failed and power steering loses power while driving at normal speeds. Advancetrac light, traction control and hill assist lights show on dashboard.

2014 Ford Fusion titanium power steering failure at only 34,000 miles. Power steering failed while vehicle was in motion. Several warning lights came service advance track, power steering fault, lane keeping assist fault. Regained power steering after restarting car but this happened three times in three days so I took it to dealer for repair. Required replacement of entire power steering rack and realignment. Total cost to me was $2200. I have notified Ford customer service of the issue, but of course, no action was taken yet. This is a major safety issue as the car was almost impossible to steer, especially at lower speeds. Based on what I have read from other consumers on the internet, this is not an isolated incident for this model year even though a recall has not yet been issued.

While driving my 2014 Ford Fusion on the freeway two warnings popped up onto my screen saying, power assist steering failure and hill climb assist failure, which resulted in a failure of my power steering which left it very difficult for me to control the vehicle and avoid any injury to myself or others. After having to drive it to the Ford dealership in this condition, I am told that they cannot help me out since there is no direct recall under my VIN number to match this car although there are multiple steering recalls on top of the class action lawsuit opened for this exact claim I am having. I have been passed back and forth from their management to customer service with no care or sympathy whatsoever for something that could have resulted in death or injury of myself or anyone else on the road at the time. I have only had the car for a year and it is at 91,000 miles so it has surpassed its warranty on miles and I have no coverage for the repairs whatsoever.

Tl the contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the power steering failed. The vehicle was taken to ashland Ford Chrysler (28715 us-2, ashland, WI 54806) where it was diagnosed that the internal steering rack needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 73,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, all of the dashboard warning lights illuminated without warning. In particular, the traction control, abs brake system and air bag lights illuminated. The contact stated that the power steering failed as well which caused the steering wheel to stiffen. Kocourek Ford Lincoln of wausau, wisconsin located at 2727 north 20th Ave, 54401 (715)-298-3673 was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall on the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

Power steering failed while I was driving, and I was almost hit head-on because I couldn't turn my vehicle. I was driving on a city street at the time.

Electric power steering system failed, making the car range from being difficult to steer to not being able to steer at all. The steering wheel was completely locked and would not turn. Luckily I was parked in my driveway when this occurred. In timer leading up to this the steering would sometimes take on a heavier than normal characteristic and be notchy. I would also sometimes hear a whining noise when turning. All of this was leading up to a total failure which thankfully occurred in my driveway.

Tl the contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. While driving 30 mph, the traction control, power steering fail assist service required, and hill start assist not available warning indicators illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 103,000.

While driving the car, the power steering just quit suddenly leaving the car very hard to steer. When the steering went it, it almost caused me to lose control of the vehicle. I have found online that this car fits every single criteria of recall number 15s14 which covers the bolts that hold the steering motor in place can corrode and fracture causing the power steering to fail. After having the car into the Ford dealership in my hometown, I found out that the car was not covered under any recall and it would be over $2,600 to repair. I contacted Ford customer care and they basically told me that it is not their resposibility. My major complaint here is this is clearly a very serious safety issue that can cause anyone who is driving one of these cars to crash if the vehicles power steering fails without warning. The car in question has only 51,xxx miles on it. Ford will not budge nor will they even split the bill.

Was driving on highway in pouring rain with girlfriend and 2 kids went to make a turn and the whole lost the whole power steering system. . All of these lights and warnings came on electric power steering is failing. Traction, stability, and advancetrac lights are on and no crash warning and seen there was recalls on hundred of thousand of these cars for same problem but was told my car was under this recall why??? car at Ford dealer now will provide the receipt of what made it failed !!! and called Ford wanted to speak with manager and they don't put you through at all. Say they will call back within 2 days a week went by and no call!!! someone could of got killed!!!.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. While driving 55 mph, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle veered and jerked to the right without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic power steering system failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 19,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while parked the vehicle displayed a vehicle shut off warning was illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart however the power steering electronic power steering system failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000. Ec.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. While driving approximately 55 mph, the "power steering failure stop now" warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was driven home. The dealer diagnosed that the steering gear failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 27,700.

There is a recall on bolts holding the steering assembly together, and the power steering completely went in my 2 year old vehicle. The dealership and Ford overall say that because the bolts were fine they aren't responsible for my power steering needing to be completely replaced. They can't tell me how the steering would go in a 2 year old vehicle that is driven to work and the grocery store, not off-roading or racing. The vehicle was stationary, and was started and immediately noticed the power steering failed.

Sudden power steering loss without any warning while driving in a straight line on a highway. Only warning was a message saying power steering failure please stop safely. Lost all ability to maneuver the car safely or safely transition out of traffic. Needed excessive strength to enable the car to turn and safely exit roadway.

Tl- the contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact mentioned that the power steering failed with no warning. The contact stated that the warning lamp flashed indicating a power steering failure and the warning lamp flashed to service the advance track. The contact exited the vehicle and upon restarting the vehicle there was a total loss of power steering. The vehicle was not able to be driven. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who replaced the computer module for the power steering. The contact was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 15v250000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 39,064. Pam.