1992 Ford Taurus: loss of power steering

5 of the 680 complaints about the 1992 Ford Taurus describe loss of power steering.

owner complaints: 5
of this car's complaints: 1%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 5 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Loss of power steering by model year

2017
1
2016
2
2015
15
2014
26
2013
146
2012
10
2011
17
2010
19
2009
2
2008
7
2006
2
2004
1
2003
1
2002
8
2001
4
2000
3
1999
22
1998
6
1997
10
1996
19
1995
14
1994
3
1993
8
1992
5
1991
20
1990
11

What owners say

Filed May 1, 2008 · Engine, Steering · 137,000 miles · KY

Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford taurus. While driving 45 MPH, the rear mounting attachment for the engine cradle deteriorated on both sides of the vehicle. The failure was caused by road salt, debris, and other natural materials. The contact noticed that the failure could cause major safety hazards. If the engine cradle is not supported, a loss of steering and a crash may occur. He was able to successfully drive the vehicle to his residence. The vehicle has not been repaired. The dealer provided him with a reassembly kit, as if the failure were common. The failure mileage was 137,000. Updated 5/19/08

Filed Jul 29, 1999 · Steering · IL

The right side tie rod end broke in half while backing out, causing total loss of steering. Ford manufacturer has been contacted.

Filed Mar 4, 1997 · Body · OH

While driving sub-frame failed when engine detached from bolts, then engine dropped onto transmission due to corrosion of mounting plate, resulting in loss of steering capability.

Filed Jul 31, 1996 · Brakes, Steering · NY

Inner tie rod snapped/sheared, causing loss of steering.

Filed Apr 12, 1996 · Steering · PA

Driver experienced total loss of power steering while driving.

Service bulletins that may apply

Mar 1, 1999 Service bulletinExperiencing a squeaking and / or popping noise from the front outer tire rods
Mar 1, 1999 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit front outer tie rods squeak and / or pop noise over bumps and / or turning
Jan 2, 1997 Service bulletinSome power steering hoses have been replaced with a revised design and should no longer be used for service
Oct 1, 1996 Service bulletinInformation for concerns of grunt or groan during wheel return from full right turn
Sep 1, 1995 Service bulletinThe power steering system may have a 'grunt' and/or 'groan' noise

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Questions about the 1992 Ford Taurus power steering loss

Is loss of power steering a common problem on the 1992 Ford Taurus?

5 of 680 owner complaints about the 1992 Ford Taurus (1%) mention loss of power steering. The model year with the most reports is 2013.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1992 Ford Taurus?

There are 0 recalls and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

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