2015 Ford Edge steering problems

Related recalls

• Recall 19V632000Aug 29, 2019116,160 vehicles
  STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 Ford Edge, and 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts.

  Risk: If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer. If any of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S26.

• Recall 15V250000Apr 28, 2015487,301 vehicles
  STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured February 3, 2012, to March 20, 2015, and 2015 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 26, 2015, to February 28, 2015, and originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, snow or water containing road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts.

  Risk: If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist. Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealer and replace the steering gear motor bolts as required. If one or more of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S14.

What owners say

1. Filed Jan 27, 202633,170 miCASteering

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the message "Steering Fault - Service Now" was displayed. The vehicle was later parked at the residence, and the next day while starting the vehicle, the power steering malfunctioned, and the steering wheel was difficult to turn in either direction. Additionally, the ABS and traction control features were inoperable. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and…

   NHTSA complaint #11713586 · source
2. Filed Nov 5, 2025TNSteering

   and cause in your description. am writing to formally report a recurring and dangerous issue with my 2015 Ford Edge, which is currently driven by my 16-year-old daughter. Despite reporting this problem multiple times, it remains unresolved and poses a serious safety risk. The backup camera activates while driving at high speeds, distracting the driver and creating a hazardous situation. The steering becomes unusually tight, making it difficult to maneuver the vehicle safely,…

   NHTSA complaint #11697605 · source
3. Filed May 9, 2025170,000 miFLTowedDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemSteering

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 75 MPH, the steering wheel became inoperable. The steering wheel failed to return to center. The steering assist, hill start assist, and the park assist warning lights were flashing. The contact stated that the failure was linked to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V632000 (Steering). The vehicle was towed to the local dealer where an unknown diagnosis was provided. The vehicle was not…

   NHTSA complaint #11660004 · source
4. Filed Oct 2, 202479,024 miMNSteering

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Steering Assist Fault Service Required", message was displayed. The contact stated that due to the failure, excessive effort was needed to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where corrosion was found on the steering gear bolts. The contact was then informed by the mechanic of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V250000 (Steering). The dealer and the…

   NHTSA complaint #11617687 · source
5. Filed Mar 5, 2024170,000 miPASteering

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, with the steering wheel requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The traction control and power steering warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the…

   NHTSA complaint #11575590 · source
6. Filed Jan 28, 2024CASteering

   When i went to the store i turned off my engine and when i came back in the car i started it and could not turn my steering wheel , Good thing this happened when i was parked.

   NHTSA complaint #11568313 · source
7. Filed Mar 7, 2023WVSteering

   While driving, my vehicle will lose power steering briefly. This makes the car extremely difficult to steer and has almost caused accidents repeatedly. Warning messages related to power steering assist and hill start assist appear on the screen. This happens at various points when driving: when I am turning, driving straight, pulling into parking spaces, backing up, etc. This is a reoccurring issue and has happened multiple times. There is a recall for 2015 Ford Edge…

   NHTSA complaint #11510600 · source
8. Filed Jan 5, 2023WISteering

   Car steering HUGH safety issues 12/29/2022 Drove vehicle to store, parked vehicle, returned to vehicle and was not able to turn steering wheel to leave. Light came on for the first time, when starting vehicle indicating a problem. There was no indication of a problem with the steering, prior to the steering failure. This Could have caused a severe accident if this had occurred while driving. Took in in for repair.3100 cost. Noted other recalls on steering for 2015 edge.…

   NHTSA complaint #11500266 · source
9. Filed Dec 29, 2022130,000 miKYSteering

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while making left or right turns, the steering wheel started to grind and knock. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electric power steering system (EPS) failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was…

   NHTSA complaint #11499415 · source
10. Filed Dec 15, 2022KYSteering

    Steering gear is failed. Grinding and roaring. Told recall was performed before I purchased the vehicle. Was wondering if there liable to replace the rack and pinion steering system or am I. Told not to drive became it's failing. Thank you. [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

    NHTSA complaint #11497656 · source
11. Filed Sep 14, 2022MOSteeringSuspensionWheels & Tires

    Car Shimmy's when hitting a bump or rough pavement. If this happens when road surface is wet or icy I feel car will slide enough to cause accident.

    NHTSA complaint #11484507 · source
12. Filed Aug 26, 202297,000 miPASteering

    The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while making a right turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was experiencing the failure listed in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V250000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA…

    NHTSA complaint #11481362 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology