2011 Ford Mustang steering problems

Filed May 16, 2026 · Steering · NC

This is a common issue with these S197 Mustangs. The steering position sensor failed. While driving, this can cause the "Service Advancetrac" warning to come on, meanwhile the wheels spin at different speeds as the car attempts to correct a low traction scenario that isn't happening, causing the driver to crash. This caused me to temporarily lose control of my vehicle. Luckily I didn't hit anything. The sensor itself can be replaced for $20-$40, but Ford has sealed it inside the EPAS system, making it non-servicable and escalating the repair cost to over $1300.

Filed Jan 15, 2026 · Steering · AZ

Steering angle sensor has malfunctioned, sometimes when i turn the traction and stability control completely turns off, abs randomly activates while im driving.

Filed Sep 30, 2022 · Steering · 93,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at speeds above 55 MPH, the front end of the vehicle would violently shake and vibrate. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who replaced the brake pads and brake calipers however, the failure persisted. The mechanic later informed the contact that the steering box was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 93,000.

Filed Jun 28, 2020 · Steering · 15,000 miles · NY · crash

The steering wheel will turn from right and left uncontrollable driving into a rain storm the steering wheel turned all the way to the left l could not hold the steering wheel spun me around three times and hit a guard rail

Filed Aug 11, 2019 · Driver assistance, Steering · 56,000 miles · LA

My 2011 mustang when driving at around 40mph the traction control light come on and the front end starts to wobble it don't happen all the time. I took it to have it check and was told the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The don't have but 56000 miles. I did some research and found out ford recall several vehicles with this same problem. From what I found out that it might be a heat over the electric gearbox

Filed Jun 1, 2019 · Driver assistance, Steering · 57,000 miles · OH

I was driving at approximately 35 MPH when the vehicle started vibrating with traction control lights coming on. Pulled into a parking lot turned off car and ran fine afterwards. I have had to pull over on several occasions due to the same problem. Then I had my 10 year old in the car on the highway.. I was just getting off the on ramp onto the highway at approximately 60- 65 MPH and the car started vibrating with traction control light blinking on dash . It was scary . I had to pull over to the side of the highway turned the car off and back on and prayed we would make it home safe. Now the steering wheel is constantly sticking not gliding as I drive . Sticks more when moving steering wheel to the left. My 2011 mustang only has 57,00 miles on it. After reading other complaints, a lot of other people are having the same issue with their 2011 mustangs. Come on ford, help us! You recalled other models but not the mustang . I can't afford $3000.00 to fix and this is a continuous problem with the mustang and you left us out of the recall. Back up your defective sensors and parts and replace the bad before someone loses their life. Our life is in your hands . Please help with this problem, this fix! Please include the recall on the 2011 mustangs ! Keep our families safe!

Filed Jan 1, 2019 · Steering · 118,000 miles · WV

Electric brake system. Started car began backing out of my garage it displayed on my dash , steering failure. After resurching , I found this has been a problem on several ford vehicles and has caused death. Plus they cost to repair is insane. They car only has 118,000 miles. Please help!!!!

Filed Jun 22, 2018 · Steering · 68,000 miles · IN

While turning in a parking lot the power steering failed. The steering wheel was locked upside down and the wheels were locked to the right. I restarted the car and the problem resolved. I went into a store and when I came out and started the car again the same thing happened. Three restarts did not resolve the problem. I finally manually cranked the wheel until I heard a loud thud and then restarted the car again at which point the issue resolved. I drive 110 miles each way to work. The mustang has 68,000 miles on it. This is a safety issue that can get people killed. There have been recalls on other models in the same year by ford with the same system. I will be trading the car asap. These cars are death traps and nothing is being done about it. This is a documented issue multiple times.

Filed May 3, 2018 · Steering · 90,000 miles · FL

Intermittent steering issues with the electronic steering, which causes the steering wheel to violently jerk out of your hands while driving. When it fails, its near impossible to turn the wheel. Happened several times in all driving situations - driving on the highway, stuck in traffic, pulling into a parking space, etc. It's extremely dangerous for my family, and ridiculous ford hasn't issued a warranty for their steering issue.

Filed Sep 25, 2017 · Electrical, Steering · 51,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford mustang. While pulling into the driveway at 5 MPH, the power steering failed and seized without being able to turn the wheel. A message that stated "service trac control" and other unknown warning indicators illuminated. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.