The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH and merging right onto an exit ramp, the power steering failed to operate properly. The contact decelerated and exited the highway. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was driven to an auto parts store, where the contact spoke with a technician; upon restarting the vehicle, the power steering operated properly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, where it was determined that the steering rack and pinion assembly required replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 42,338.
Lincoln MKS power steering loss problems
55 of the 376 owner complaints about the Lincoln MKS describe loss of power steering, most of them for the 2013 model year.
- owner complaints
- 55
- worst model year
- 2013
- typical repair cost reported
- $2,800
- typical mileage
- 88,000
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Loss of power 10Steering lock-up 5Engine failure 3Stalling 1
Trouble codes mentioned
U3000 2
What owners say
No power steering and Power steering assist failure warning message. Took to dealer, and they said the epas needed to be replaced. Also, that the oem part was no longer available, so they had to use after market part and would not guarantee the labor. 3 months later same problem. There is a recall for 2011-2013 same car with the same problem, but not for 2010. Defective epas system causing the failure. Spoke to Lincoln concierge and Ford concierge and they would not help with a remedy or with dealer support.
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking space, the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was later restarted, and the traction control and power steering warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle then experienced a loss of power steering assist. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the steering gear had failed and that the steering rack needed to be replaced; however, the steering rack was no longer manufactured so the vehicle required an aftermarket steering rack. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V340000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 212,000.
I was driving and I hear a beeping sound,and my steering just stopped working and made it difficult to control the vehicle in a curve.. Recall Details: 2011–2013 Power Steering Electric Assist Loss •In June 2015, Ford issued Recall #15S18 (the federal safety agency Campaign 15V340000) for a range of vehicles—including the 2011 Lincoln MKS—due to a potential intermittent electrical connection in the steering gear. This defect could cause loss of electronic power steering assist, increasing steering effort and potential crash risk , I never received notification of this potential risk and it was lucky that my grandchildren was not in the car because I usually pick them up from school about the time this occurred. Just want to know what action can I take and how can you assist me?
I’ve owned my 2012 Lincoln MKS for 3 years. A warning recently appeared saying “Power Steering Assist Fault,” and now the steering is very hard to turn, especially at low speeds. I’ve already paid around $1,800 in the past to fix this issue once, but now I’m experiencing the same or similar problems again. I haven’t had it officially diagnosed this time because both Ford and the dealer told me it wouldn’t be covered, since the recall (15S18) is now expired. This is a serious safety issue. The car is difficult to control and unsafe to drive. I’m a full-time worker and a father of two toddlers, and I’m still making payments on this car that I now can’t safely use — or only for short trips while constantly worrying about steering failure. I just found out about this old recall, and the dealership never told me anything about it when I bought the car used. I strongly believe I’m experiencing the same issue Ford previously recalled these vehicles for, and I’m asking the federal safety agency to investigate or reopen the recall so it can be repaired before me or my family is seriously injured.
After starting the vehicle on Thursday 6/26/2025, the Power Steering Assist Fault message appeared in the message center. The owner's manual was consulted and as recommended, the engine was turned off for over 10 seconds, turned back on, and the message returned. The Power Steering Assist Fault message has appeared each time upon starting the engine (both by remote and push-button) for 8 days and counting. In September of 2015, the recall associated with a fault in the electric power steering system (number 15S18) was completed at the dealership. The recommended maintenance scheduled has been followed since the vehicle was purchased in January 2012.
Power steering assist faulty. To regain power steering control turn the car off. Throughout the past six months, this happened several times.
I own since May 2015 a 2013 Lincoln MKS . On [XXX] after pulling out from the curb and driving straight about 20 feet a prompt was displayed showing :power steering assist not available I was unable to steer the car. I turned the car off after a minute i started the car again and was OK. I took the vehicle to Hinton repair shop in Ocala Florida and a scan showed a defective module. The mechanic ordered the module and rack and pinion. I called Lincoln and was told there is nothing they can do since there is no recall .There is a the federal safety agency campaign number 15v340000 which should apply to my vehicle. I believe my car was affected by this campaign defect. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while attempting to drive out of a parking space, the message "Power Assist Failure" was displayed, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was determined that the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) needed to be reprogrammed, and the steering rack needed to be replaced. The mechanic related the failure to Ford Campaign Number: 15N01. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where the same assessment was made. The dealer ordered the part for the repair; however, the manufacturer's warranty department denied the claim for the repair after several attempts. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 158,000.
Power Steering Assist Failure
Related recalls
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without a 3.5L engine and Lincoln MKZ hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine and 2013 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with any available engine. The affected vehicles have electric power steering assist systems that may shut down as a result of a steering motor sensor fault.
- Risk
- If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). If dealers find any loss of steering assist DTCs, the steering gear will be replaced, free of charge. If, no codes are found during the PSCM inspection, the PSCM software will be updated, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S18.
Recall number 15V340000 · Recall details
Questions about the Lincoln MKS power steering loss
Which Lincoln MKS years have loss of power steering problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2013 (30 complaints), 2011 (9 complaints) and 2010 (8 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix loss of power steering on the Lincoln MKS?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $2,800 (median of 6 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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