started to drive and it said pull over Loss Steering - Now ford is saying it will be no safety recalls. The same year fusion has steering recall for the same reason rust and corrosion.

- Brick, NJ, USA

While driving on the highway, I noticed a "hitch" in the steering. The car would wander one way or the other and when I attempted a normal, minor steering correction, the wheel would hit a "hitch" which would require a little more of a tug to get past the "hitch". It became a real issue to drive the car in a straight line without zig zagging down the road, because minor corrections could not be made without a tug. When I got off the highway onto two way traffic, the issue was more concerning as tugs were needed to be made to keep the car from pulling towards the road centerline into oncoming traffic, then back towards the ditch. The "service advance track " and "uphill assist" warning messages appeared as well as the traction control off icon. The Ford garage indicated the Power Steering Control Module: Replace PSCM (steering gear) includes PMI and transfer outer tie rod ends/ 2 tie rod end nuts and steering shaft bolt + 4 wheel alignment when completed. There have been multiple recalls for this issue but my vin # not included in recall, even though I bought the car new in Michigan and it has remained in Michigan. From the many complaints I see on your sight, this is a known safety issue. Somebody is going to end up getting killed from this issue if they haven't already. Please take this very dangerous situation seriously and force the hand of Ford into recalling all defective vehicles. Ford's bottom line is not more important than even 1 life. Vehicle cannot be safely driven, it is currently at the shop for repair, estimate is over $2,700.

- Grand Haven, MI, USA

I was driving my car when our of no where, the power steering stopped functioning and two messages started to flash on my dashboard: "Steering Assist Fault Service Required" and "Service Advancetrac" This was very dangerous as I could not steer the car. Once I was able to get the car home, I scanned it and received these two codes: "C0051 Steering Wheel Position Sensor" "U0420 Invalid Dates Received from Power Steering Control Module (PSCM)"

- Old Bridge, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the steering wheel seized. The contact stated that while reversing or driving forward, the steering wheel failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V632000 (Steering). The manufacturer was contacted and referred her to the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.

- New Castle, DE, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, excessive force was needed while steering the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the power steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle remained at the dealer awaiting the repair. The contact was made aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V632000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact was advised to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 153,777.

- Middletown, CT, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that upon start of her vehicle, the "Steering Assist Fault Service Required, " warning message appeared on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that the power steering failed to operate as needed. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that her vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V250000 (Steering) and was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 155,000.

- Waterford, MI, USA

UNKNOWN. I just know something not right with my car. My brake lights will not turn off. There is something wrong with well i think there is something wrong with the transmission and steering. It just needs an all over inspection honestly. I need help, idk what else to do. I have to get back and forth to work! Help!!!

- Monroeville, AL, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the power steering assist fault, traction control, and Hill Assist warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic and was informed that the steering rack needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the engine mounts were corroded and needed to be replaced. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V250000 (Steering). The dealer and manufacturer were contacted, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 121,000.

- Pinellas Park, FL, USA

Since receiving the Fusion from the previous owner, there had been a "dead spot" in the middle of the steering.? I didn't think anything of it as it didn't have an effect on performance. While driving down the highway, I received a "steering assist failure, service required".? The car was operating just fine so we continued home.? Upon starting a few days later, the message re-appeared and the steering was tight with the engine running.? I put the car in drive and got more warnings, "not in park", "hill assist not", and the steering message. Trying to turn the steering wheel with the engine running was more difficult than an old truck with no power steering. Did not drive the car. After a lot of research, this appears to be a known failure?but one not applicable to this VIN #. The Fusion has electronic powering steering (EPS). The main issue is the?seal around the shaft that lets water in and either?ruins the electronics or rusts the?bolts and other parts.?? Unfortunately if the EPS has failed, it is about a $3,000-$4,000+ repair; quote not from Ford.? The EPS alone is about $800-$1,000 re-manufactured or $1,500+ new from Ford. (Ford wouldn't give me a direct quote without seeing the car.) I plan to use a trailer or flatbed?to take the car?to a dealership to have them look at it in person as well as read the computer codes. Researching?further in car forums and Fusion forums online, I found a few people that have had this repair covered under warranty (this car is no longer under warranty, miles or years).? My other concern is that this is a possible known issue but this VIN is excluded for some reason. If the repair is not covered by Ford, we will be donating the car or selling?it for parts depending on which is easier at the time. (This is a hail damaged car that isn't worth the price of the repairs).

- Mckinney, TX, USA

2014 Ford Fusion hybrid bought brand new, ordered it out of the catalog and have been the only owners. Passed it on down to my husband when I purchased a different Ford in 2019. He started the vehicle, backed out of a parking space and began to drive home from a family event. Suddenly he reported he had to turn the steering wheel extremely hard to make the curves on a very winding road! He immediately slowed down and noticed AdvanceTrac system and Steering Safety alerts come up on the dashboard as well as something about Incline Assist. Both of our children were with him! I could have lost my entire family yesterday, on my youngest's birthday!!! Unfortunately it occurred after 5pm on a Saturday so I haven't gotten in touch with anyone at the Ford manufacturer or local service shop to have it inspected or an estimate for repair. I'm so thankful my family made it home safely but extremely upset with Ford after reading the multiple number of reports of the same thing happening on the same year and model! I have always stood by the Brand, buying only from them and attending Ford only car shows! I seriously don't know what to think right now.

- Columbia, MO, USA

The Ford Electronic Power Assisted Steering failed. It failed while the vehicle was parked, so no one was put at risk. The problem has been confirmed by a Ford dealer. The component has been inspected by a Ford service center. No, there was no warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the death wobble while driving above 60 MPH. The contact stated that the rack and pinon was moving from left to right while driving. The contact stated that while reversing out of the driveway, there was a loud thud coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact then took the vehicle to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V250000 (Steering). The dealer confirmed that the bolts fractured and the rack and pinon were fractured. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the steering gear needed to be replaced; however, the dealer refused to repair the vehicle free of charge as stated in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer agreed with the dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 88,750.

- Hubbard, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while his wife was driving approximately 35 MPH, the wife heard a crunching noise from the vehicle's front end and then the power steering stopped functioning. The contact stated his wife observed numerous unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact's wife pulled over safely and had the vehicle towed to a dealer. The dealer stated that the vehicle had a power steering failure and determined that the steering rack needed to be replaced and reprogram the vehicle computer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

- Medina, OH, USA

I was driving down the highway when My car suddenly popped up a -??hill start assist not available-?? -??service AdvanceTrac-?? and -??Steering loss stop safely-?? as my car completely lost all steering while merging almost causing me to wreck.

- Beebe, AR, USA

The power steering failed on my 2014 Ford Fusion. As I was driving I received a system alert and pulled over within a mile - the power steering was still functioning at this time. I pulled into a parking lot and turned the car off. When I restarted the car there were multiple similar alerts and the power steering was not functioning and the steering was locked up - almost impossible to move. Even the tow truck driver commented on how he was unable to budge it. I am lucky that I was able to pull over and park my car before the power steering failed. I had to get it towed to a local repair shop and they confirmed that the problem was corrosion in the fasteners or bolts of the electric power steering motor that caused the power steering motor to become dislodged. They informed me that there was a service bulletin out for this particular issue on Ford Fusions and to try to contact Ford about it. There is a recall for 2014 Ford Fusions regarding this issue but my VIN did not fall in the recall so Ford will not help with it. The repair shop was unable to do anything so I now have to have the car towed another 30 miles to a Ford dealership. The repair shop also told me as they were looking into it that the part alone would have cost $1200 and there will be additional programming needed.

- Duluth, MN, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the power steering assist warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver while attempting to change lanes. The contact pulled over safely to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the residence; then driven by a family member to the local dealer. The dealer diagnosed a failure with the electric steering gear. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number 19V632000 (Steering). The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.

- Inverness, FL, USA

I first bought my 2014 Ford Fusion in 2020, a few months later the electronic power steering failed and locked up while the vehicle was in motion going 45MPH on the highway. Luckily, I was able to pull over far enough to wait for a tow truck to take me to a repair shop a couple miles away. The repair shop told me I needed my electric power steering rack and pinion replaced, they quoted me $2000 for parts, labor and realignment. I got my vehicle towed to my father's house as I do not have that kind of money and proceeded to order my own electronic power steering rack and pinion online which cost me $682.76 which my dad and I installed together. Fast forward 2 years later my power steering is starting to stiffen up again while driving and likes to 'stick' to the side I am turning the steering wheel to. This is a serious safety hazard which can and will end up putting someone in the ICU or even cause death. Ford Motor Company NEEDS to issue a recall for the electronic power steering in the 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles. I will more than likely need to replace mine again just after 2 years of replacing it, I do not have the money to replace my power steering every 2 years. The first time this happened my car was at 76,000 miles and now at 107,400 miles it is happening again. I have read countless complaints online about this exact issue for the 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles of all trim levels. PLEASE start an investigation and make Ford Motor Company issue a recall, I am begging you. Thank you

- Beloit, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH and making a turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the ABS and Hill Assist warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the vehicle was diagnosed with a failure with the steering gear. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number 19V632000 (Steering); however, the contact stated that her state was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 71,000.

- Brusly, LA, USA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, he heard a crunching sound coming from the vehicle and then the steering wheel locked. The contact was able to stop the vehicle and move over to the side of the road. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the steering gear was failing and the failure was similar to the failure in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V632000 (Steering). The manufacturer was contacted and a complaint was filed with the manufacturer. The manufacturer then referred the contact to the NHTSA for assistance. The failure mileage was 124,607.

- Jacksonville, NC, USA

Arriving at a stop light and the steering failed. Display read " Steering Loss Stop Safely". Towed to local garage who diagnosed problem as the Steering Gear Motor. Ford has a recall related to the steering motor however they claim this VIN is not included. This VIN should be included in the recall (15V250000) (Ford's recall number 15S14). Located in northern New England. High salt area during winter. Very unlikely steering motor just stopped working without the elements having effect on an improperly sealed unit. Vehicle has 160844 miles.

- Turner, ME, USA