Ford ESCAPE (2021)
What the hazard is
A loss of steering control could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.
What to do
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing by Ford Australia and are asked to make an appointment to have the power steering assembly inspected and if needed replaced, free of charge.
Defect
Due to a manufacturing defect, over time and under certain conditions friction and excessive movement in the steering gear could result in a loss of steering control.