NHTSA Complaint #11641105 — 2020 FORD ESCAPE STEERING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11641105
Vehicle	2020 FORD ESCAPE
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	February 4, 2025
Date Filed	February 6, 2025
Mileage	19,185 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MI

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was difficult to steer in the intended direction, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with metal debris on the rear brake magnet on the rear brakes. The contact was informed that the debris needed to be removed from the magnet of the rear brakes. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 19,185.

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