Power Steering Failed problems of the 2009 Mazda Tribute

The contact owns a 2009 Mazda Tribute. While driving 70 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver 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 contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously inspected under NHTSA campaign number: 14v282000 (steering), but the technician informed the contact that the vehicle did not need the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 101,000.