Issue ID | 927256 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10463593 |
Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
Brand | FORD |
Model | EXPLORER |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 22/06/12 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Lost all power steering suddenly on the freeway, making it very difficult to steer. Was only one mile from my dealer, so i drove there. Very difficult to maneuver turns. Later determined by dealer that the power steering gear needed replacement. Has been on back order for one week now, part will not be available until following week at least. New vehicle, only 11,000 miles. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 11000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | LAKESIDE, CA |
VIN pattern | 1FMHK7B81CGXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 6 |
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Vehicle speed | 65 |
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