2017 Ford Edge: loss of power steering

Filed Aug 13, 2026 · Steering · MN

- My electronic power steering failed. - My steering wheel would lock and not allow the car to turn. - It has been confirmed by an independent service center. They are having to replace the computer module steering service and steering rack and pinion. - No, it has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police or insurance. - The 2 times that the steering wheel would lock up, there would be a warning light for "service AdvanceTrac". This happened twice where the steering wheel would not move while driving, both within 3 days.

Filed Mar 27, 2026 · Engine, Suspension · TX

Beginning in January 2026, the vehicle exhibited progressive symptoms including repeated lurching and difficulty shifting gears. These symptoms are consistent with the open and incomplete recall for the transmission shifter cable bushing and the powertrain control module reprogram. On or around March 25–26, 2026, while operating the vehicle at approximately 35 mph on a surface street, the following failure sequence occurred: the vehicle began producing a repetitive thudding sensation (thud-thud-thud), followed by violent shaking of the steering wheel, followed by a complete loss of steering response. The vehicle drifted uncontrollably into an adjacent lane of active traffic under clear, dry weather conditions — a loss of control consistent with brake hose failure causing uneven braking force, compounded by the known transmission and PCM defects. Collision with another vehicle was narrowly avoided. The vehicle currently has five open, incomplete recalls: (1) front brake flexible hose leak, (2) rear brake flexible hose leak, (3) transmission shifter cable bushing, (4) rear-view camera inspection, (5) powertrain control module reprogram. None have been completed. The described failure is consistent with and likely caused by these unresolved manufacturing defects. But the Owner has attempted multiple times to bring the vehicle to Ford but was turned away due to dealer capacity. No loaner vehicle was offered.

Filed Sep 3, 2024 · Steering · VA

Loss of steering - Errors: "Steering Assist Fault", "Hill Start Assist Not Available", "Service Advance Trac", Adaptive Steering Fault". I had been driving the car on a hot day approximately 30-50 miles that day, lots of stops, last stop was order pick up. I did not turn the car off and when I went to pull out of the parking lot, I lost steering and errors flashed. I was able to turn the car off and back on- errors disappeared. I drove it to a gas station thinking maybe I was running out of gas, I pumped the gas and attempted to pull out, it did it again. A few minutes later, I was able to move the vehicle to a parking spot. Waiting with engine off and attempted again and error codes gone and as able to drive approximately 12 miles home. When I arrived codes were still gone, decided to move to another spot, and then the codes popped up again. Towed vehicle to Ford Dealership - Codes were not present when Ford received my car. They stated it was the battery, charged for battery replacement and diagnostics - $400. Drove it maybe 20-30 miles to run errands and same codes popped up and lost power steering while driving low speed over railroad tracks. Towed back to Ford - this time they want $2500 to replace the steering equipment - there has always been a clicking in the steering but Ford stated it was normal and nothing was wrong. Ford did replace the steering equipment at 40k miles under warranty, now a little over 80k miles and it has to be replaced again? Seems like there may be more to this, I shouldn't have to replace this once, let alone twice in 80k miles. This could have easily caused an accident if at higher rate of speed, an inexperienced driver or one with less upper body strength to be able to move the steering wheel. I noticed a recall for 2016 models and a lot of similar situations on the web for customer complaints. Could there be something going on with this year as well? I have not repaired vehicle yet....

Filed Jun 19, 2024 · Engine · KY

The cooling system on my 2017 Ford Edge with 2.0 liter Ecoboost engine (currently with 61,000 miles) is not working properly due to coolant leaking internally in the engine from the engine head into cylinder number 2. This causes a variety of misfire codes to be set periodically on the vehicle, from P0316 (misfire during first 1000 revolutions) to P0302 (cylinder 2 misfire). The internal leak also causes coolant level in the reservoir to slowly drop, potentially leading to engine seizure and loss of vehicle control due to loss of power steering, although we have not experienced this ourselves due to knowledge of the nature of the problem - I am constantly checking coolant level. The coolant leak did, however, cause number 2 spark plug to fail causing a flashing MIL light, rendering the car undriveable until I replaced the plug. Ford Motor Company is aware of the open-deck cooling design flaw in these engines that causes the problems described above. Ford refuses to do anything about this problem (like a recall) since apparently they don't consider it a safety issue. All I've gotten out of them is basically a "sorry about your luck". Thanks for your consideration. There are probably millions of people with this same "latent defect" issue on the road. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jun 4, 2024 · Steering · 59,000 miles · AZ

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated when he started the vehicle, he noticed that the steering warning light had illuminated. The contact stated that he was able to steer the vehicle, but the steering wheel was traveling more than normal before a turn to the left or to the right was completed. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the steering gears and steering wheel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact was advised by the dealer that there was a recall for older model vehicles for the loss of power steering; however, the VIN was not included. The contact researched online and related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V250000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.

Filed Apr 10, 2024 · Engine · SC

Purchased 2017 Ford Edge new from Ford dealership. Vehicle maintained by same dealer since new. At approximately 81950 miles the check engine light appeared. Error codes indicated cylinders 2 and 4 were misfiring. All four spark plugs and coils were changed and engine light cleared. Approximately 5 lays later it reappeared and engine ran ruff. Took vehicle to a ASE certified shop that ran a diagnosis indicating several codes. Further investigation revealed water in number 2 cylinder. Was informed by shop tech that there is no repair as engine block design is faulty. Returned to Ford dealer and was informed that engine would need replaced at a cost of $10,000. Drove vehicle for a few more days (approx. 100 miles) during which on 3 occasions the engine would suddenly run ruff and stop resulting loss of power steering and brakes. - engine failure, yes available for inspection - engine stopping, loss of power steering and power brakes - yes confirmed by dealer and independent service center - yes, check engine light and engine running ruff (81950 miles)

Filed Jul 6, 2023 · Steering · LA · crash

Power Steering System went out while driving. A warning light for the Advanced Traction System came on shortly before the Power Steering went out. This caused me to hit a curb creating a tire blowout. I got both problems fixed and the mechanic stated the issue with the power steering was that a wire for the system was resting on the catalytic converter, which caused the wire to melt and create the power steering failure. The mechanic replaced the wiring and replaced the mounting for the wiring to prevent it from resting on the exhaust system. The defect was only inspected by the mechanic that repaired the vehicle. No insurance or police since I was lucky enough to make it home.

Filed Jun 30, 2021 · Steering · SC

I was backing up into a driveway (very slight incline) when my power steering went out. Lights came on stating, "Steering assist fault, service required" and "service advanced trac." I could barely turn my wheel. There was no earlier warning of this issue and I had just driven 3 hours on the highway so was fortunate that it didn't fail while on the road. I tried restarting my car a few times and then I called a Ford dealer. The car was towed in for a diagnostic. This revealed that the EPAS rack failed and needed to be replaced with an estimate of over $3000. The purpose of EPAS is to enhance the steering ability for the driver, but the car is not steerable without its proper functioning which is a huge safety hazard to the driver and anyone else near them on the road.

Filed Dec 14, 2019 · Steering · 37,000 miles · WV

After 37000 miles message stated battery was low. Then lost power steering. I stopped car and it had to be pushed off to side. Another car jumped me and car started. Started driving and lost power steering. Car was jump started again. Drove short distance. Happened again until I got home. Help.