2008 Ford Escape Steering Problems
- 936
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 936 stored complaint records:
- 22 indicate a crash
- 14 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Column · 3 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 373 |
| 60–100k mi | 254 |
| 150–400k mi | 142 |
| 30–60k mi | 55 |
| 1–30k mi | 18 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
I was driving with my two year old daughter going 40 mph down the road, i went to go take a turn and my power steering suddenly just went, i almost hit a telephone pole and the guy behind me turning luckily swerved around me. I had to shut off the car then turn it back on for it to work again. I was told the eps system electrical power steering) is the issue. This is a huge safety problem and from what i see this is…
ODI 10498384
Steering
While backing up at a gas station, i turned the steering wheel to the right and it jerked the wheel back straight. Power steering quit working, i did manage to get the vehicle backed up and went into next parking lot. Wasn't sure what to do, so i turned the truck off, then started it back up and my power steering was back. Now after reading all the complaints it has me scared to drive my truck. This problem hasn't…
ODI 10499213
Steering
In feb. 2013, the power steering went out on our 2008 ford escape. After shutting down the engine, i restarted the engine and the problem was gone. I took the vehicle to the ford dealer where i purchased the suv, they told me it was only an anomaly, and probably would never happen again. At that time the vehicle was under an extended warranty. On nov. 3rd, my wife was driving around a turn when the steering went out…
ODI 10554704
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that he started the ignition and there was an immediate loss of power steering assist. The engine was turned off and upon restarting the power steering assist began to function normally. The steering wheel would also shake intermittently. The failure recurred whenever the contact was driving at various speeds and during initial start up of the vehicle. The…
ODI 10502527
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the power steering assist failed as the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnosis. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 85,000. *tr
ODI 10508824
Steering
I was approaching a stop light and noticed that the steering wheel began to shake in my 2008 ford escape. At this time i still had power steering but the steering wheel continued to vibrate. As i proceeded through the light, it continued to shake with a slight grab to the right periodically. As i continued onto the freeway, the shake continued until the power steering went out completely. After getting home, i shut…
ODI 10502246
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was moved to the shoulder and restarted and the system independently reset but the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and they stated that the vehicle needed to be taken to a dealer. The failure…
ODI 10496488
Steering
We lost power steering upon restarting the vehicle. Had this happened at road speed we most certainly would have had a major safety concern. *tr
ODI 10503878
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was started however, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and the current mileages were 62,000.
ODI 10496461
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that while turning at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact also mentioned that the power steering assist failed several times and the failures were intermittent. The vehicle was restarted and resumed normal function. The vehicle was taken to an authorized mechanic who test drove the vehicle but was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle…
ODI 10551001
Steering
The vehicle's power steering is failing on a regular basis. It is equipped with electrical power steering system so is not attributed to low fluid levels, hoses, or lines. This is a popular problem among owners of the same car with similar mileage. *tr
ODI 10499845
Steering
The first incident occurred when i was backing out of a parking spot and the steering wheel locked up and i was unable turn it in either direction. I turned the car off and on a few times before i was able to drive it. Upon returning home and pulling in my driveway, the steering wheel started to vibrate and move on it's own. I parked the car, turned it off and waited a couple of minutes before starting it up again.…
ODI 10496042
Steering
My daughter has her car on a college campus and driving around the drill field at 20 mph the power steering locked up. She was able to pull over, turn the car off and restart. The date listed was the first time that the steering locked up but has done it a several times since. I myself was in a kroger parking lot and put the car in park and it locked up. In the past 3 weeks the power steering has locked up on my…
ODI 10550878
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that while entering into a parking space, the steering wheel began vibrating and could not be turned. The failure occurred without warning. The engine was turned off and restarted, as the power steering assist reset independently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who stated that the power steering module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10500794
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph and attempting a left turn, the power steering assist failed. The contact mentioned that the vehicle became hard to steer. The contact shut off and restarted the vehicle, as it resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician advised that the power steering sensor was defective and…
ODI 10494986
Steering
This morning i was backing up from my drive way. Than when i put it in drive the steering wheel would not turn. It scared me being that i was in the street so i turned the car off and turned it back on and the steering wheel worked. But this is scary if i had been somewhere else and there had been traffic. I have had my ignition worked on by ford several times. They are telling me that this is another problem and it…
ODI 10494947
Steering
Power steering will not work. After shutting the vehicle off and restarting, it works. Same problem every other day. Must be an ongoing problem with this model and year ford. Afraid it may shut down while driving on the freeway. *tr
ODI 10496439
Steering
2008 ford escape with serious steering wheel shaking during driving. Feels like column is going to lock up or make vehicle swerve off course. When the car was stopped and turned off, and back on symptoms went away. However, upon driving vehicle again, same conditions came back- very strong and very difficult to keep vehicle on drive path. When googled- many reports show up about serious and expensive replacements of…
ODI 10494981
Steering
Vehicle lost power steering while driving. While vehicle is idling, steering wheel pulses back and forth slightly, but occasionally turns right by itself. Ford states that this is an issue with the sensors on the steering column wearing out, but is not a safety issue? I guess brake failure is not a safety issue either! The "fix" is only 14-1500.00. This should be a mandatory safety recall repaired at ford motor…
ODI 10494951
Electrical System · Steering
While backing out of a parking space the steering locked on my wife's 2008 ford escape. She called me to come help her as she was not able to move her escape. Upon arrival i inspected the vehicle for obvious signs of problems, none were noted. I tried to move the steering wheel; i was quite shocked that the steering wheel could not be moved. Since i am 6'4" and 300lbs most things that i grab move?the steering wheel…
ODI 10494639
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the power steering failed without warning. The contact mentioned that it became very difficult to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10494594
Steering · Suspension
1/22/13-started my vehicle up at 8am and the power steering would not engage, thinking is was due to cold, i stopped the vehicle and restarted the vehicle up, power assist engage and i drove the vehicle approx 1/4mile when i attempted to make a left turn the power assist failed and nearly collided my vehicle onto oncoming traffic due to steering failure; i immediately drove home and parked the vehicle. On 1/23/13 i…
ODI 10494602
Steering
While driving the vehicle the steering locked up. I managed to pull into a gas station and asked a gentleman for assistance. He happened to own a 2008 ford escape. He said to turn it off and start it again and it will work. It did. Now while idling the steering wheel moves left and right erratically. I researched the problem and it is happening to a lot of people with this vehicle, in some cases with serious…
ODI 10495171
Steering
While driving and upon attempting to negotiate a curve noted loss of power steering resulting in difficulty accomplishing curve, stopped at side of road when opportunity presented itself turned off ignition, restarted and vehicle returned power steering. Returned vehicle to place of purchase as was under warranty they were not a ford dealer, made adjustments to wiring harness they felt was at fault, vehicle…
ODI 10630609
Steering
Twice in the last month, while making sharp turn and u-turn, we lost our power steering. The first time was when turning into a parking lot, but the second time was in traffic. Each time it took all of our strength to get the steering wheel turned so that the vehicle could be moved out of traffic. Both times we put vehicle in park and turned off ignition. When re-started, power steering was fine. This is a very…
ODI 10494447