2007 Ford Escape steering complaints

Filed Nov 9, 2012 · Steering · 49,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford escape. The contact stated that the steering pump was replaced three times from a recurring failure. The dealer advised the contact that the steering pump was a component that was known to continuously fracture. Most recently, the contact was advised that the steering pump would need replacing yet again, as well as the steering rack. The dealer advised that metal shavings were entering into the steering rack because of the replacement of the steering pump. The failure mileage was 49,000 and the current mileage was 52,000. Updated 12/21/12*lj updated 1/9/2013

Filed Apr 13, 2012 · Steering · 42,000 miles · NY · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford escape. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver while turning. There was also an abnormal hissing sound within the steering column. The vehicle was taken to seven different independent mechanics for diagnostics. The mechanics replaced the driver side lower control arm, ball joints and steering pump. The failure continued after the repair. Later, the failure recurred and the contact lost control of the steering wheel. The contact then crashed into another vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic who advised that the rack and pinion would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.

Filed Jun 27, 2011 · Steering, Suspension · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford escape. The contact stated that the power steering would intermittently fail while driving or stopped. While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel would become tight and difficult to turn. If the vehicle was stopped, the steering wheel would intermittently lock up. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the power steering fluid was checked and all of the lines were flushed. The mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 42,000. Updated 08/01/11*lj the dealer informed the consumer the vehicle needed a steering, rack and lower control arm. Six months after the vehicle was purchased, the transmission had to be replaced.

Filed Feb 8, 2010 · Steering · 34,166 miles · MI

Rattle was noticed for quite awhile. Took in car for another problem and mentioned rattle under car. Problem was diagnosed as having 'wornfront sway links causing knock noise."replaced both front links.

Filed Jan 20, 2009 · Electrical, Engine · 21,731 miles · AR

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 ford escape. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. When the failure occurred, the steering column locked and prevented the contact from controlling the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they repaired the torque converter. The failure recurred several months later. The dealer is currently diagnosing the vehicle to determine the cause of the failure. All of the remedies to date have been insufficient in correcting the failure. The failure mileage was 21,731 and current mileage was 22,000. The transmission was jerking and shifting hard. When coming to a stop it made a sound like twisting metal and the brakes popped and jerked, when accelerating in a curve. There was no response from the vehicle when the accelerator was applied. The vehicle also pulled to the left. The consumer also stated the vehicle stalled while driving 70 MPH. The overdrive light illuminated for no reason, the automatic door locks did not work properly, they would lock and unlock at will while the consumer was backing up. Updated 02/05/09.