NHTSA Complaint #11479795 — 2014 FORD EXPLORER

STEERING:RACK AND PINION issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11479795
Vehicle	2014 FORD EXPLORER
Component	STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Date of Incident	August 17, 2022
Date Filed	August 17, 2022
Mileage	155,044 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NY

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist with the power steering assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 155,044.

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