10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 7 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 9 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 79,008 miles
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The power steering is failing the car only has 34,000 miles on it. It is very difficult to maneuver the vehicle especially on turns.
- Cleveland, OH, USA
Intermittent power steering failure happens at random times while in motion or stationary at any speed
- Bantam, CT, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. While driving at highway speeds, the vehicle lost power steering ability. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the electrical power assist system failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 15V340000 (steering); however, the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.
- Houston, TX, USA
The steering is suddenly very "loose". it was fine one day and dangerous to drive the next day. The car just turned 60,000 miles and we have owned it for 7 months. I am very upset and bummed that Ford won't fix it since it's not included in the recall, I want to document this, since I drive kids to school everyday down some roads that have lots of curves and tree's. if we crash, Ford will hear about this, I cannot believe they will let these cars wander down the road knowing it's a ticking time bomb. So sad Ford..
- Traverse City, MI, USA
Many models and years of the Ford Taurus have been recalled due to failure of the power steering. My car is a 2013 Ford Taurus and some "batches" of the same model and year have had the recall. Mine is not included, however, twice in the past 3 months, the power steering has failed on me. The dealership says the fix is a new rack and pinion piece which costs $900 from Ford.
- Atwood, IL, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. When approaching a stop light or stop sign with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle shook from front to back. In addition, the vehicle stalled and failed to start. The steering wheel shook each time the vehicle was started and the contact noticed a burning odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the 02 sensors failed and the fuel pump had a leak. Both components needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.
- Del Rio, TX, USA
While driving 75 mph on an interstate, I lost the power steering and was able to get the vehicle to the side of the road, a red warning message to service power steering now came on, at the same time turn signal would not work and traction control warning light came. Since it was the weekend and I was driving home for christmas I still drove the car home. I now have the car at dealership, and being told no recall on this car. But there is a recall on others for same issue. I don't have the cost yet but tried to call Ford customer service and they are close for the holiday. Wait to see what's next. Mileage on the car was 60,070.
- Forsyth, MO, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. While driving approximately 10 mph, the steering wheel seized and the power assist warning indicator illuminated. As a result, the vehicle struck the curb and the front passenger side tire blew out. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering assist volt needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.
- Frisco, TX, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the power steering assist system malfunctioned. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V340000 (steering) even though the failures were identical. The failure mileage was 71,000.
- Kestone Heights, FL, USA
Driving on freeway when the engine warning light came on and lost all control of steering. Had to stop in middle of road when a bystander came by and helped me get it to the side. Then had it towed to my house. Found out it was electric steering had gone out. Could have caused serious accident. Called Ford and they said there was no recall for my car. Will have it towed to Ford dealer where I will probably have to pay big bucks to get it fixed.
- Canton, MI, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. While operating the vehicle, a loud grinding noise was present when turning the steering wheel in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic steering gear was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V340000 (steering). The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 84,000.
- Billings, MT, USA
Power steering failed and caused vehicle to be very difficult to continue properly around a bend in the road. Simultaneous with this failure, the traction control system sent up an alarm and the turn signals stop working and the lever has to be held in place to make the indicators work.
- Buxton, ME, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. While driving 65 mph, the power steering failed without warning and the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the steering gear assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V340000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000.
- Tuposky, MN, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. While driving approximately 5 mph approaching a stop. The power steering ability was lost and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was turned off and, after one minute, started normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering rack failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure also occurred five other times. The VIN was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
- Jesup, IA, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. While driving approximately 40 mph, the steering wheel seized. The electronic power assist, power steering, and service advance track warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 84,000.
- Sort Riley, KS, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. After starting the engine, the power steering sensor light illuminated and the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 52,000.
- Jefferson City, MT, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact had to apply force to the steering wheel in order to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the gear in the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was aware of NHTSA campaign number: 15V340000 (steering), but the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 65,000.
- Hayti, MO, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. While driving at 45 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn and the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the four wheel bearings needed to be replaced. The repairs were done, however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,291.
- Greenville, MI, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. While driving at approximately 25 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and the power steering assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road. The vehicle was shut off and restarted and then resumed normal operation. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the power steering failed. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V340000 (steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,000.
- Clinton , TN, USA
- Boxborough, MA, USA