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.
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. When the vehicle was started and placed in reverse, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the steering seized. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same symptoms as listed in nhtsa campaign number: 15v340000 (steering). The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage…
ODI 11173057
Steering
The error message power steering assist fault appeared on the dash board. The steering wheel shakes back and forth even when in park. The steering has become very loose and takes a lot more to steer the vehicle. Moving the steering wheel to the left and right now does not significantly move the vehicle.
ODI 11171746
Steering
Incident while driving 40 mph steering column started to shake then steering failed making it extremely difficult to turn placing the car at risk for an accident. This vehicle year and model was part of nhtsa campaign recall 14v284000 and ford recall #14s05. Unfortunately they did not include our vin # in the cars they would fix. Same problem as all the ones they decided to fix. Selective safety isn't safe. Since…
ODI 11176200
Steering
I started having problems steering the vehicle. It feels like manual steering.
ODI 11174953
Steering
I did the steering recall but however, after 2-year driving. My steering failed when i drive on the highway in 70mile. It is so horrible that my whole family was in the car. Ford they didn't really care about escape steering issue. I guess they are waiting for someone dead in the accident. Please look this issue seriously. There are some many ower have the same issue even they did the recall.
ODI 11172203
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. When the vehicle was started, the power steering assist fault warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle lost the ability to steer. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined that the power steering failed. The mechanic suggested taking the vehicle to friendly ford ([redacted], poughkeepsie, ny 12601) where the power steering failure was confirmed. The…
ODI 11171798
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The vehicle was taken to genesee valley ford ([redacted], avon, ny 14414, [redacted]) to be repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). Afterwards, while driving at low speeds, the steering wheel was difficult to turn. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to cortese ford ([redacted], rochester, ny, [redacted]) where it was…
ODI 11170801
Steering
Power steering stopped working while i was driving, ford won't cover it, $1500.
ODI 11170705
Steering
The initial problem i encountered is that the steering wheel would shake while the vehicle was in gear though stopped. I took it to a shop and was informed of a technical service bulletin regarding a torque angle steering sensor, which was believed to be the source of the problem. After that repair, the steering wheel no longer shakes upon braking. However, the vehicle pulls hard to the left. The steering wheel has…
ODI 11171678
Steering
I brought my car in for the recall to be fixed on 1/2/18 and the ford dealership just reprogrammed my torque sensor. On 5/24/18 my car was back in the dealership for having about 8" of play in my steering wheel. They said that was not due to the recall and charged $299.19 to fix a u joint. My steering wheel constantly shakes, including while idling and driving on the interstate, while turning, etc. My wrench light…
ODI 11164944
Steering
Electric power steering went out while driving down the highway at 75 mph. Same safety recall with other vehicles with this make and this model and year number.
ODI 11163423
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. While driving 35 mph, the steering wheel failed and the power steering assist fault indicator illuminated. The contact was unable to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to lindsay ford of wheaton ([redacted], wheaton, md 20902) where it was diagnosed that the power steering failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of…
ODI 11164454
Steering
POWER STEERING FAILURE DUE TO BAD SENOR
ODI 11164000
Steering
Epsa has failed. Drove to work and ran errands after work with no problems. Went to drive sister to work and could barely turn the steering wheel. Did not know car did not have power steering reservoir or need fluid. Car is drivable but very hard to turn. Did not know of any recall on this part until i looked up issue on the internet. Extremely disappointing that ford knows about this and fails to inform their…
ODI 11163902
Electrical System · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
My lights on dash will all randomly flash while my speedometer and rmp will stop working. My car also seems to not shift well when this happens. My steering feels extremely loose and unsafe. I don't dare to drive over 30mph and have not had anyone be able to tell me exactly what is wrong. My steering has also locked a few times, usually when i'm in reverse. I have to turn the car off and back on to make it work…
ODI 11185708
Service Brakes · Steering
The front passenger brake caliper keeps seizing. I replaced it in july along with the rotor and pads and now its started seizing yet again. The steering shaft u joint wears out easy and causes the steering to become loose.
ODI 11163034
Steering
Vehicle was running, but stopped and steering wheel would rattle/shake side to side. After vehicle was parked overnight, when vehicle was started up the next morning the power steering was no longer operational so vehicle was turned off and not moved. Two days later, vehicle was started up again and power steering was still not working. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop who noticed a recall that would cover the…
ODI 11162520
Steering
When in idle, park or or in drive. The cars sterring wheel wouls shake. Just shake like it was violent rattle, not the whoke car just the sreering wheel. Like if it were havibg a seizure. Like wise happens when its driven
ODI 11162499
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. The contact stated that the steering wheel made an abnormal rattling noise and failed to move. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the power steering module needed to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred…
ODI 11160597
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford escape. While driving 35 mph, the contact attempted to make a right turn and the steering seized. Also, the power steering assist fault warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 215,000.
ODI 11160561
Steering
Power steering assist fault, i have lost power steering
ODI 11157222
Steering
IT'S HARD TO TURN THE CORNER
ODI 11156511
Steering
Steering colum starting shaking like having a seizure
ODI 11162146
Steering
Power steering assist fault. Recall 14s05. Software update performed now the torque sensor has failed. Ford dealer says the repair is the responsibility of the vehicle owner.
ODI 11155590
Steering
While driving lost power steering. No lights or codes. Was driving highway and in town. Had power steering then it just quit almost wrecked.
ODI 11154880