This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
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Suddenly steering wheel lock, advance track sensor lit, extremely hard to turn, very serious safety issue no recall available, but too many issues apparently waiting for a fatality to happen before a recall vehicle stationary/in city/ happened 2 times already I'm afraid this happen while in motion. Diagnosed rack and pinion epas
Electronic power steering quit working making it extremely hard to steer vehicle. Operator of the vehicle would need to apply extreme pressure to steering wheel at any speed to keep vehicle on the road or within lane of travel. I noticed this issue driving on city street when I went to turn at a corner. This issue would make recovery for skid in winter weather extremely difficult.
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 50 mph, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle then lost power. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump relay box failed and caused the fuel pump to burn. The mechanic stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called cavalier Ford Lincoln greenbrier (1515 S military hwy, chesapeake, va 23320, phone: 757) 424-1111) and was informed that he would be responsible for the diagnostic and repair fees. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that they knew about the failure and, in order for the vehicle to be repaired, there would be a fee. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000. The VIN was not available.
Rack and pinion is shot. The steering would stick while you were driving it over the last 2 yrs. Went to move the truck into our shop and the steering locked up on it.
- Smyrna, GA, USA
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Truck darts to left across center lane of road with out notice it feels as if though it is stuck there I must use a tug on steering wheel to pull it back it releases quickly causing over correction and almost causing running off right side of road I am afraid to drive this truck over 40 miles per hr. I purchased this truck new, I welcome the factory warrenty rept. To come drive it just a couple of miles to see just how unsafe it is to drive
My power steering went out while trying to leave a parking lot which resulted in me almost hitting another parked vehicle. While moving, the steering would lock up for a second or two before allowing me to adjust the wheel. After taking a turn, the steering locks out in the direction of the turn and makes it very difficult to get the truck back driving straight. Apparently this is going to cost me over 1,500$ to get fixed. Ford has done recalls of thousands of other vehicles for this same issue, so why not include the F-150 in the recalls? people shouldn't have to pay almost 2 grand out of pocket for faulty parts. This is a safety issue and it is going to lead to someone being seriously injured or killed.
2011 Ford F-150 lariat approximately 77,000 miles. Power steering assist warning comes on and off along with the power steering going out. So far it has only happened while stationary so other than being difficult to steer there hasn't been an issue but if it happens when turning it could definitely cause a serious crash. After a quick google search I found this is a tremendous issue for this year model truck. I cannot believe there has not been a recall issued especially in light of Ford recalling thousands of other models for problems with the steering assist.
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 35 mph, the steering column seized. The contact was able to maneuver to the middle of the road and manually restart the vehicle, which temporarily allowed the vehicle to be functional. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to maples Ford (900 main St, warsaw, mo) where it was diagnosed that the steering gearbox was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 33,885.. updated 8/20/18
I have a 2011 F150 with 65K miles. I noticed extra play in the steering at just under 60K miles. I had power steering module recalibrated. I thought this fixed the problem. Approx 3mos later I am having the same issue. Loss of control at high speeds and corners. I had alignment done today which did not fix the problem. Dealership said I needed a $1600 steering gear replaced. They couldnt tell me why this would fail with low miles unless it was a faulty part. After researching consumer complaints online it looks like there are many complaints about accidents on low mile F150S of this year due to steering failure. When I asked if the vehicle was safe to drive if I could not get this part right away, ($1600) they said that it is not unheard of for the steering to fail. They could not tell me why a recall for safety has not been done.
My truck would intermittanly make a chirping noise and would temporarily be hard to steer while driving around town. One of the warning lights came on so I took it into the Ford dealer. The first time, which occurred in June, they couldn't find anything wrong. The second time I took it in (7/21/17), the Ford dealer called and told me the electronic stability control was shot and needed to be replaced. They told me that I was lucky I brought it in as it was hard to steer. I have did an internet search and found this problem has caused Ford trucks to crash. I wrote a letter to Ford detailing the problem (attached) and sent them links to complaints from other Ford truck owners.
When turning hard left or right, sitting still and while driving on highway, the 'traction control systems warning light comes on 'need to have serviced' I have to stop the vehicle, turn off ignition, open the driver door, start and stop vehicle twice for light to go off. I, ve been told by several Ford mechinics that the entire steering system has to be replaced and I 'm fortunate that steering hasn't yet locked up... quoted approx $2000 to replace electric steering.
Was driving to take my son back and all of sudden lost power steering and a message came on said power steering asist fault and I cant drive now just 80000 miles called Ford and the rack and pinion went out supposdly will happen every 75000 to 80000 miles is all that electrical steering is good for gonna cost 1800 bucks which dont have and think its bs theres no recall on this year of truck have it on other makes models but this one and not understanding why "?"
When driving on the highway, there is intermittent resistance when trying to turn the wheel also, the advance track light comes on and that limits the turn signal availability. I have been told by my mechanic that I have to replace the entire rack and pinion steering to fix this, at $1800. There is only 84,000 miles on the truck. Looking online, Ford has recalled thousands of other models during this time, but not the F-150 - why not?? Ford needs to issue a recall on this before someone gets killed.
Takata recall when driving truck between 35 mph and 45mph, and making a left sweeping turn around a curve, the steering wheel gets stuck at the 10:00 position. I filed a complaint with brunswick Ford, they took it in to look at it, and said they couldn't get it to do it, but they said I probably need a new $1200 steering assembly. Odly enough it did the same thing on the way home, and still continues to do the same thing.
Received power steering assist fault warning when car was started this morning. Vehicle performed normally the day and night before. Vehicle disabled the power steering function so that only manual steering was available. The power steering system is an electric system.
Takata recall - after making a 90degree right turn has a locking feel have to pull back center line. Noticing a difficulty going straight feels as if it wants to steer in manual mode like cars did without power steering. Only have 49400 miles.
My vehicle no longer will assist with the power steering. The wheel feels like it's sticky and won't return to center. If making a turn the steering wheel just stays in place.
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- Dexter, MI, USA