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really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 7 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 9 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 79,008 miles
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The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, the steering ceased with the power steering assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle towed to the residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not subjected a recall. The contact linked the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 15V340000(steering) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
- San Benito, TX, USA
Without warning and while driving, the steering was very very very hard to steer in yhe proper direction almost causing a head on collision at 50 mph and the oncoming traffic aswell 45mph plus = 95 to 100 mph collision on a two lane two direction highway.when this occurred the power steering info came on said service power steering now and stability control system light came
- Sparta, IL, USA
While starting my car a light came on stating power steering assisted failed. Turned car off, sat for a couple of minutes tried again no light. Drove 11 miles to work called larry miller Ford to bring in. Drove 11 miles home. Looked on Ford website said there was a recall for all 2013 models made in Chicago for recall code 15S18. Took to dealer that was the diagnostic code they got but said my VIN not covered. Wants 2500 to repair. My car has two plaques that say made in Chicago.one in glovebox and one in door frame. Car has 70107 miles. I have to repair because I have to drive 1800 miles next week to handle closing my fathers estate. I feel like this should be covered under recall.
- Gilbert, AZ, USA
While driving, the steering wheel becomes extremely difficult to turn. I lose power steering and have only manual steering. It doesn't matter what type of street or conditions are, this issue occurs no matter what and continues to occur. No system checks have come up on the vehicle.
- Lockport, NY, USA
Steering angle sensor code cib00-64 - was diagnose to be issue. Though recall was approved on this make/model steering:electrical power assist systems-this car is not cover because they claim it was built after date suggested in recall Ford 15S18. Without warning and while car is in motion while driving on street/highway and in motion the steering wheel becomes stiff (no play in wheel as normally it has) when you proceed in making turns the car loses all power and shuts down causing the engine to shut off. When this happens it will normally start again, once started again the steering wheel becomes very hard to steer, making it almost impossible to steer. Then without warning you will have normal function of the steering. Causing you to lose control of the car because when it re-corrects the steering failure, it often occurs while we are over compensating for the lost of steering, causing the car to go out of control.
- Mokena, IL, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss power steering assist and became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The contact referenced the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 15V340000 (steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 64,000.
- Queens Village, NY, USA
In 2015 Ford recalled the electric power assist system for steering on the 2011-2013 Ford Taurus. I currently have a 2013 Taurus that is not coming up with the recall but is having this issue. It is very unsafe as the steering wheel sticks and does not turn properly.
- Bay City, MI, USA
Steering wheel shakes are getting worse every month. While driving, steering wheel sticks during turning and gets stuck. Straightening the wheel after a turn is hard to complete. Have to pull steering wheel hard to get out straightened. These issues happen both while driving slow and higher speed.
- Anchorage, AK, USA
Power steering assist failure the same as what is described in recall 15S18 ( NHTSA campaign number: 15V34000 ) but cars made after a certain date are not covered by that recall, even when the exact same issue is happening. The recall needs to be extended to later models for the same issue.
- West Chester, OH, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that when turning, the steering wheel emitted a grinding sound. The grinding sound was also emitted when reversing the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics for inspection. The contact was informed that the rock and pinion and power steering gearbox failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.
- Marshall, MO, USA
The vehicle started to lose powersteering while driving down the road, its really hard to steer the vehicle almost got in accident. The power steering now gives a message saying its faulty, I have took it to Ford dealer because ive found forms online showing there has been recalls on the powersteering. Ford denid that there is recalls on the electric powersteering system.
- Lincoln, NE, USA
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while their spouse was driving at approximately 65 mph, the steering wheel failed to turn and loss all power steering assist without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electrical power steering assist gear needed to be replaced. The contact contacted sioux city Ford located at (3601 singing hills blvd, sioux city, ia 51106) and was informed of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
- Ponca, NE, USA
Power steering in my vehicle went out in my vehicle while driving on the freeway. I did a bunch of research on 2013 Ford Taurus and discovered there was a recall issued by the manufacturer tuer but my VIN was not covered. I read in several forums that this is happening to hundreds of other with the same make and model, all typically happening in the 80K -100K mileage. Several attempts were made by myself and the dealer to doing the repair to get assistance and I was just given the run around over and over, every person I spoke to had a different answer or information. The dealer never received a response from the manufacturer, so I paid the $3100 in full. I confirmed with the dealer this was the exact part that needed to be replaced in recall 15V340000 that my vehicle was not covered under. I strongly believe they missed a large section of VIN's that were affected and we are having to pay to replace the parts or our vehicles are just left un able to drive.
- Moreno Valley, CA, USA
Vehicle keeps slipping and making clunking noises when going down the highway. I didn't have this issue until a month ago and it seems to be getting worse. The guy at belle tire said the rack is a common issue with Ford Taurus'. trying to keep away from bump and turns but I have a lot when driving in grand rapids. I've almost hit cars because it randomly pulls me in one direction. Vehicle is only moving when it happens and happens both on the highway and when I'm going in reverse with the wheel turned all the way in one direction.
- Grand Rapids, MI, USA
My break light came on and my power steering went out it's saying there is no recall on my car but I think it should be because something is wrong with
- Thomasville, AL, USA
Started car power steering default came on will not go off this happen twice first time went off but second time will not go off. Can't turn the car either direction.
- Milan, IN, USA
Steering becomes difficult while driving the vehicle in cold weather. Vehicle was allowed to warm up for approximately 10 minutes before being driven on city streets as well as highway. All forms of turning the wheel (either turning onto a different street in the city or a lane change on the highway) were difficult to do due to a lack of assistance from the electronic steering assist system.
- West Des Moines, IA, USA
On 12/11 at 2:30pm power steering failed without warning 5 minutes after starting and turning right onto johnnie dodds (city street). Warning message appeared indicating power steering failure. Drove several miles, parked and shut off car. Restarted about 10 minutes later and no problems since. Have driven about 35 miles with no problems. Concerned for safety of sudden steering failures in future. Ford service advisor at jones Ford indicated that they probably wouldn't find anything wrong since they can't recreate the problem.
- Mount Pleasant, SC, USA
The power steering system will suddenly go out without warning. The dash shows a power steering fault code. To clear the issue, the vehicle has to be put into park, ignition turned off and back on. Tends to happen most often when it is hot outside (not sure why) and typically at lower speeds. This has been occurring for months and I have not seen a recall on my particular VIN although there are reports of the same make/model having the issue.
- Dix, IL, USA
- West Allis, WI, USA