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 at first start up will not turn after restart works with a shake in the steering wheel an at stop light. *tr
ODI 10574129
Steering
I bought the car 6 months ago. Parked the car on friday night, came outside to start my car and drive and the power steering does not work. Took the car to the dealership and they are quoting $1500 to fix. Not covered by ford. Can't believe a not even 4 year old car is having this problem, and sounds like so many others are dealing with the same problem. I feel like i got a lemon. This should definitely be recalled.…
ODI 10572984
Steering
I was traveling down the road at approximately 35mph when my power steering completely went out. I had to use extreme force to maneuver my vehicle to the side of the road. I turned it off, waited about 5 minutes, and then turned it back on. The power steering worked for about 1 mile, at which time i lost my power steering. I was unable to complete a turn on a roundabout and almost hit another vehicle because it was…
ODI 10563703
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed without warning and became hard to turn. The contact drove very slowly to be able to complete the turn. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have diagnostic performed or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and the current mileage was 86,000. ..updated 04-22-14 *bf
ODI 10563295
Electrical System · Engine · Fan/Motor · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact stated that the vent controls failed without warning. The contact was unable to use the air conditioning and heating function. Years before, the dealer replaced the power steering control module and the ic module, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle body sensor and blower motor failed. The contact…
ODI 10825035
Steering
Lost power steering - was hard to maneuver vehicle out of roadway. Serious traffic hazard with oncoming traffic. Happens out of the blue and there is no warning that loss of power steering is going to occur. I shut the vehicle off, waited a few minutes, turned the vehicle back on and the problem resolved. However, this has happened prior about 3 months before this incident. Have there been any recalls regarding this…
ODI 10561695
Steering
The electronic power steering randomly stops working. You can turn the ignition off and back on and it works for a while. I took it to a ford service dept. Said it would cost around $1500.00 to replace the steering column. After researching online i have found this to be a very frequent problem. There should be a recall before somebody, if not already, is killed. *tr
ODI 10561069
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact stated that he coasted the vehicle to the side of the roadway to restart it. The vehicle was taken to the manufacturer for inspection and they stated that the power steering shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…
ODI 10574987
Steering
I've had 2 instances of loss of steering assist on my 2010 ford escape. The first instance was at approximately 45 mph. Steering assist failed. The wheel was very difficult for my husband to turn. He slowed the car down, turned on the hazards, and pulled over. The car was shut off and started again. Power assist worked again at start-up. Our three children and i were also in the car, and i'm surprised we were not…
ODI 10558348
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, there was a complete loss of power steering assist. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the engine was turned off. Upon restarting, the vehicle resumed with the steering malfunction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the electronic gear assembly however the failure…
ODI 10554626
Engine · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Throughout all of last winter, i had issues with my 2010 ford escape stalling. This occurred countless times, and nearly caused many accidents. It most frequently occurred when it was very cold (zero or below), and on some occasions would stall numerous times in a row, or fail to re-start. No warning light of any sort ever came on. After paying well over $1000 to get various things "fixed" that i was told would…
ODI 10615662
Engine · Power Train · Steering
1st - vehicle was refueled with 87 octane and just drove one mile down and up a hill were it stopped at a red light. Light turned green and the throttle was applied and vehicle lurched and stalled. 2nd - vehicle was driving around neighborhood going 20 mph and started to sputter and hesitate 3rd - rush hour traffic were it was stopped then throttle applied and lurched and stalled 4th - using cruise control driving…
ODI 10544689
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering
While driving at highway speeds 65 mph , my cars engine suddenly stopped running . This has happened more than once at different speeds. Nearly caused a pile up. *tr
ODI 10532229
Steering
First incident: i was driving along rte 95 heading towards the tapanzee bridge going 65 mph when suddenly the power steering went and it became very difficult to steer. I immediately tried to safely exit the highway to find out what was wrong. It was extremely hard to steer, but thankfully i found a fairly safe place to stop and turn the car off. I waited about 5 minutes trying to figure out what to do. Then i…
ODI 10622550
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, she was unable to move the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the steering shaft torque sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included on any recalls. The vehicle was…
ODI 10496660
Steering
On the morning of 12/13/12 i was on my way to my daughters daycare & my work going around 70 mph on i-75 south with my 22 month old daughter in her car seat, when my steering wheel locked up on me in my 2010 ford escape. I couldn't move the car to get over onto the shoulder. I started to panic! My alignment was a little off i guess, so my tires led me to the left (thank god) & i was able to stop my car on the…
ODI 10489166
Steering
Power steering fails for several seconds when turning steering wheel to a hard left or right. Most commonly occurs when parallel parking. The problem started out as a once in a while event and is now becoming more frequent. *tr
ODI 10484749
Steering
Upon startup, vehicle extremely difficult to turn, no power steering. Took to local ford dealership. Hard fault code b1342, epas failure. Repair: replace entire steering column. If this had happened on the freeway at higher speed, the ability to swerve would have been near impossible, potentially causing a serious accident. Cost of repair, $1400. *tr
ODI 10474148
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape limited. The contact stated that while the driver was traveling 5 mph the power steering assist failed, causing the steering wheel to spin out of control. The contact was unable to maneuver the vehicle with the steering loss and crashed into a pole. The contact sustained head and arm injuries. The police were not contacted. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic. The…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10472346
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph in reverse, the steering wheel unexpectedly seized without warning. The steering wheel was maneuvered numerous times and then eventually released. The vehicle was currently being diagnosed by an authorized dealer. The technician stated that the steering column would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been…
ODI 10462052
Electric Power Assist System · Steering
2010 ford escape limited awd, build date 10-29-2009. Power steering failed during left turn, nearly causing a sideswipe crash when the steering wheel would not return to straight ahead position. Quick reflexes and braking prevented the crash. Car had been running for about 5 minutes, outside air temperature was 106 degrees. After braking the power steering resumed normal functioning. *kb
ODI 10413543
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train · Steering
1st got escape had to have some reprogramming affecting the transmission. 2nd had to have the transmission repair. 3rd my dash lights blink from bright to dim during the daytime/ 4th had to have the ignition replace - when i put my key in--would not turn-. 5th even after having the transmission repair-still changes hard. 6th sometimes when parked on and incline-place in drive-will make a "pop" noise. Still do not…
ODI 10595154
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle began to veer to the left and right. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure continued to recur. Approximately six months later, while driving approximately 55 mph the power steering failed and the contact had a hard…
ODI 10401457
Steering
Purchased new ford escape 06/01/10, at approx 800 miles it developed a metal to metal clicking sound within steering column when manuvering in and out of parking lots and slow speed turns. Brought escape to dealer on 06/21/10, dealer said they have to realign motor to frame. Noise returned and escape was returned to dealer on 07/27/10. Dealer replaced steering shaft and coupling. Noise returned again, escape…
ODI 10355398
Electrical System · Steering
Purchased 2010 ford escape xlt on 12-12-09. On monday, 12-14-09 power steering went out and light for stabilizer came on and would not shut off. Car was hardly drivable and extremely hard to steer. Dealership stated the power steering was newly computerized this year and did not run on belt and pistons anymore. Dealership replaced steering column and returned car on friday 12-18-09. Today is 1-6-10 and my power…
ODI 10298531