2010 Ford Escape Steering Problems
- 251
- 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 251 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- power steering · 147 records
- steering wheel · 54 records
- steering assist · 41 records
- assist fault · 24 records
- warning indicator · 18 records
- indicator illuminated · 16 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 86 |
| 60–100k mi | 77 |
| 150–400k mi | 32 |
| 30–60k mi | 22 |
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
The steering wheel would occasionally shake ~1' in either direction for about 10 seconds while idling for about 2 days; did that 4/5 times each day. It would stop while driving. The 3rd day a sensor alarm went off about 60 seconds apart and by the 4th time, it finally said this error message on the screen 'power steering assist fault'. All of this part occurred while driving on the interstate, getting onto the exit…
ODI 11307730
Steering
Steering wheel started to wiggle or twitch when parked or driving. Sometimes fast and other times slow. Ford should recall under code 14s05. Steering is going out because of computer torque misfiring. This is dangerous and is happening to 100s of people.
ODI 11307689
Steering
Failure of the steering torque sensor b2278. When driving or idling, the steering wheel will turn by itself as the steering torque sensor fails. Ford dealership closed the recall without performing the replacement of the sensor based on remedies recommended in recall 14s05. Ford refuses to acknowledge that their recall was not completed correctly and will not honor recall to replace failing sensor
ODI 11302371
Electrical System · Steering
Power steering was lost while driving. Power steering is now in manual mode. Power assisted steering has failed. Dealer says that this vehicle is not part of the recall that has affected several others. Same components as other recalled escapes. As ford dealer charged $150 to diagnose the issue.
ODI 11300560
Steering
For the last 2 months or so, when i have turned the key in the ignition, the vehicle would not start. I would have to turn the key back to the off position & try repeatedly to turn the key all the way forward to finally get the vehicle to start. Because of past problems with the vehicle engine dying suddenly on me & in particular a couple times when i was turning the steering wheel & my right hand happen to gently…
ODI 11300191
Steering
The power steering failed, making it nearly impossible to turn the steering wheel. Shortly before the failure, the steering wheel began to vibrate. The failure occurred while backing out on the driveway and turning to pull out , thankfully not on a public street or while navigating the canyon roads in our area. The date of the incident was december 30, 2019.
ODI 11292457
Electrical System · Steering
While driving my escape i lost all power steering control. Error noted was power steering assist fault.
ODI 11279933
Steering
Ford very well knows that this is a serious safety issue. The power steering assist fails unexpectedly. They are putting $$$ over safety.
ODI 11279830
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While driving, the steering wheel vibrated. While the vehicle was stopped, the steering wheel vibrated again and the power steering assist faulty indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the torque sensor needed to be replaced. The mechanic also stated that there was an unknown recall for the failure. The manufacturer was…
ODI 11278246
Steering
Tl* the contact's friend owns a 2010 ford escape. When the vehicle was started, the power steering failed and the throttle control and power train indicators illuminated. The contact's friend was able to drive the vehicle home. The contact discovered and associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 14v284000 (steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact spoke with corwin ford tri…
ODI 11269034
Steering
Turning the wheel to the right at low speed gave the message 'power steering assist fault'. Drove home and parked. Went to leave later and the power steering was completely gone. Diagnosis at mechanic said it is power steering torque sensor. Contacted ford dealership was directed to ford canada. Ford canada says we can't help you try your dealership. Many calls later they find a document that says since i had the…
ODI 11269393
Electronic Stability Control · Steering · Suspension
My electric power assist system stopped working and was unable to turn the wheel to drive - i only have 70,000 miles on my ford escape - i was parking my car when the light went off then when i got back in the car i was unable to steer the vehicle. I tried calling ford and they were unable to help .
ODI 11252447
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While driving 35 mph, the power steering malfunctioned. The vehicle was able to be steered to the side of the road. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home. Coggin deland ford-lincoln (2655 n volusia ave, orange city, fl 32763, [redacted]) stated that there were no recalls and quoted a repair cost of $1,500. The manufacturer stated that they would file a report, but…
ODI 11234530
Steering
Lost power steering as i was driving the vehicle.
ODI 11234529
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While driving 30 mph, there was a loss of electric power steering ability. Also, the steering wheel became tight when turing in either direction. Bill kay ford (14633 s cicero ave, midlothian, il 60445, [redacted]) was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact to call the dealer to schedule a…
ODI 11228233
Steering · Unknown Or Other
I was on the freeway when the battery light camo ,then abs light came on and the steering wheel locked i couldn't move to either side after a few seconds it when i'm off and i have control of the vehicle again,it happened twice after the battery light came ,the steering wheel locked,
ODI 11220941
Steering
***the power steering just goes out and its very dangerous!!!*** on several occasions the power steering has stopped working while driving causing scary & dangerous situation to steer the car. It seems after i pull over & turn on & off it works again for a while, but does the same thing again.. Ford company knows of this problem with these makes & models, but say recall is not on this one--(which it clearly lands on…
ODI 11220924
Steering
Power steering lost intermittently. Power steering module assembly was fixed under recall in 2015 but has failed again. Ford wont stand by the part they fixed it with. This is a major safety concern on the road when you lose power steering due to a failed part.
ODI 11205337
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact stated that the electric power steering warning indicator was flashing. The contact was concerned that the steering wheel could seize at any moment. Bethlehem ford (2135 w union blvd, bethlehem, pa 18018, [redacted]) was notified of the failure and indicated that the vehicle was excluded from nhtsa campaign number: 14v284000 (steering); however, the vehicle…
ODI 11218029
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While idling, the vehicle vibrated violently and the power steering assist warning indicator illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the b2278 steering shaft torque sensor malfunctioned. The…
ODI 11205254
Steering
Power steering failure. Ntsa campaign number:14v284000. Ford recall number: 14s05. Call placed to ford customer relations at [redacted] on 04-15-2019. Representative said ford will not provide no cost service for this safety issue and any cost will be customer responsibility. Next step? Contact attorney?
ODI 11196209
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Steering
While i was driving i heard a click and lost my power steering. It came back and then off again. I had to pull over and turn off my ignition. I waited a few minutes and re-started it, it again kept going back and forth between power and manual steering while driving at 35 mph down back roads to my home.
ODI 11193902
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel shook violently and the power steering ability failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the charge sensor needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called dorian ford ([redacted], clinton twp, mi 48035, [redacted]) and was informed that the vehicle was not…
ODI 11193592
Steering
Power steering assist fault message came up on dashboard while pulling into parking space. Loss of power steering. Vehicle undriveable. After further investigation it appears despite a recall #14s05 being done by first owner in october 2014 same issue has again happened. Thankful this happened in a parking lot, not while going 65 mph on a highway. This is used by our 20 year old daughter who is still a fairly new…
ODI 11190904
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While driving approximately 35 mph, the steering wheel became very difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the steering column assembly was faulty and needed to be replaced. The steering column assembly was replaced and the failure was remedied. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the…
ODI 11192201