NHTSA Complaint #11607231 — 2015 FORD EXPLORER

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11607231
Vehicle 2015 FORD EXPLORER
Component STEERING
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage 63,450 miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State NV

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the steering wheel seized, causing the vehicle to become difficult to maneuver. The message “Service Advance-trac” was displayed, and the traction control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering rack and module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure was mileage was 63,450.

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