NHTSA Complaint #11500861 — 2018 FORD EXPLORER STEERING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11500861
Vehicle	2018 FORD EXPLORER
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	January 5, 2023
Date Filed	January 9, 2023
Mileage	62,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer who stated that the steering rack and pinion was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,000. The VIN was not available.

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