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Showing 115,173 complaints — component: STEERING

TOYOTA CROWN (2024) — STEERING Dec 10, 2025
Incident date: Nov 11, 2025
I had Hold feature engaged during a I-70 construction traffic stop. after 7 or 8 minutes auto rolled forward by it's self and something like eps turned on. I was floored at this hazzard and it could have killed someone, if they were infront of my auto.
CHEVROLET TAHOE (2023) — STEERING Dec 10, 2025
Incident date: Feb 5, 2025
The car presented steering lock column issues with repair lights on at 50 miles. Since then, they have repaired the system numerous times and replaced that system fully twice. They also replaced the manual start system and six other pieces of the car over 18 visits to two different Chevy dealerships. The car still reduces speed and stops acceleration, has electric issues in the windows, lights and... Read more
FORD F-150 (2017) — STEERING Dec 10, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2025
I purchased a 2017 F150 in March of 25’. Miraculously no issue started until approx 4000 miles after the purchase. The dealer warranty was good for 3500. In the months that preceded issue after issue began to arise. First and least important in my personal opinion. I get in my truck to head to work and my sliding back glass is laying in backseat, completely intact with the track it slides on. On... Read more
RAM 1500 (2013) — STEERING Dec 10, 2025
Incident date: Nov 21, 2025
While driving the Electronic Power Steering Rack stopped working. I pulled over and inspected to see if there was any damage to it. Everything looked good, but the power steering was still not working. I turned vehicle on and off a couple times until the Electronic Power steering Rack started working again. This put me and other drivers in danger as I could not steer my vehicle freely without usin... Read more
HONDA PROLOGUE (2025) — STEERING Dec 10, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
My 2025 Honda Prologue Touring, purchased in August and currently with only 7,000 miles, is experiencing multiple serious safety issues. The vehicle has already had both the left and right axles replaced. by warranty Now, the left axle is failing again. A defective axle can break at high speeds, which puts my entire family at risk, including my baby. This issue compromises vehicle stability and c... Read more
FORD F-350 (2020) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
This has occured multiple times. While driving on freeway at speeds between 65 and 75 MPH and hitting rough asphalt, the vehicle begins shaking violently, almost to the point of losing control. It will only stop if I slow down to under 40 mph or stopping altogether. This has been very frightening when it occurs in traffic on freeways. It seems to occur mainly when on a curve.
TESLA MODEL 3 (2024) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Nov 12, 2025
I purchased this used Tesla Model 3 (VIN: [XXX] ) from a licensed dealer on July 15th, 2025. The vehicle is still under the original manufacturer warranty. Since ownership, I have experienced a persistent metal-impact noise coming from the suspension and steering area, especially when going over speed bumps, uneven road surfaces, or low-speed turns. The noise sounds like loose metal parts making ... Read more
RAM 1500 (2014) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Oct 16, 2025
Intermittent power steering loss. Can go for a couple of days and problem reoccurs. Cannot drive vehicle safely anymore. After re-start, power steering returns. Will fail again randomly.
RAM 1500 (2013) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Nov 25, 2025
The contact's father owns a 2013 Ram 1500. While the contact's father was driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to steer in the intended direction. In addition, the contact stated that the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with an unstated computer fail... Read more
RAM 1500 (2016) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Nov 10, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while in reverse (R) and moving at approximately 4 MPH, the steering wheel had frozen, and he was not able to turn the wheel. The contact stated that he had crashed into his other vehicle. The contact stated that the front end of the other vehicle was not damaged; however, the vehicle he was driving in had damage to the bumper and tailgate.... Read more
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CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 (2020) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Nov 16, 2025
On Sunday Nov. 16th, my steering wheel felt like it was "slipping", akin to how it feels when your serpentine belt tensioner is failing. I checked it out while wife turned the wheel, didn't see any problem, and we went on our way. Later in the day as we were leaving a parking lot, the problem occurred again but worse. And we got a warning about trailer brake controller needs repair. After reviewin... Read more
BUICK RAINIER (2006) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2024
The contact owns a 2006 Buick Rainer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel jerked independently without warning, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the brake pedal while depressing the brake pedal. The contact had taken the vehicle to two independent mechani... Read more
CHEVROLET COLORADO (2016) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 4, 2025
The electric power steering system on my vehicle intermittently fails while I am driving. When the failure occurs, the steering suddenly becomes extremely heavy and difficult to control, creating an immediate safety risk to me and to others on the road. The loss of power steering has happened multiple times with no advance warning. Each time, the only way to temporarily restore normal steering is ... Read more
HONDA PROLOGUE (2024) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
Broken/Defective CV axles. Clicking noise occurs when turning both left and right. Vehicle has been to the dealer and dealer has reproduced and noted the issue. Dealer stated nothing can be done due to no fix from Honda.
HONDA PROLOGUE (2024) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Oct 29, 2025
Broken/Defective CV axles. Clicking noise occurs when turning both left and right. Vehicle has been to the dealer and dealer has reproduced and noted the issue. Dealer stated nothing can be done due to no fix from Honda.
CHEVROLET COLORADO (2016) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to steer in the intended direction. In addition, the “Service Stabili-trak” message was displayed, and the “Power Steering Failure” warning light was illuminated. The contact held the steering wheel tightly and pulled on the steering wheel, preventing the veh... Read more
LINCOLN MKC (2016) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
As far as everybody did and shut down three times in a major intersections as far as to completely shut off or keep up with the camera activity and it seems to not be able to empower through the cabin or central part of the cabin where the computer is stored when I had my f****** completely turn itself off and ran or red lights just to barely make it to my house and in the car would not start I ha... Read more
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS (2024) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Nov 8, 2024
since purchase the car when holding steering straight veers to the left into oncoming traffic. vehicle has been to service 9x work on the subframe was completed at the first go..significant work that VW Corporate could not explain on a new car coming off the line. attempts since from most recent road force 4 wheel balance. car still pulls to the left. VW corporate was notified we would like a ... Read more
DODGE JOURNEY (2016) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 7, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was started and running, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed a puddle of fluid on the ground underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the fluid was possibly power steering fluid. The contact was on the way to work, and while the vehicle was in ... Read more
DODGE DART (2015) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
On my way home early morning I lost full function of my car. Luckily I was pulling into my home but my car would not go in any other gear but reverse. I could not properly put it in park or cut it off. Now it would turn on because it cannot shift into any gear. If I had made one more stop before heading home I could have been in a very bad accident or worse. This happened on 12/1/25. I immediate... Read more
HONDA CIVIC (2021) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
I drive on the highway everyday to get to work and my steering makes it impossible to drive in a straight line it takes every bit of effort to remain in my lane and when I make a slight adjustment it reacts too much. It is unpredictable and it becomes obvious to drivers around me and makes me look like a bad/crazy driver. It becomes so overwhelming to drive to and from work that I don't want my ca... Read more
HONDA S2000 (2001) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 3, 2025
This vehicle has the same steering mechanism and the same mechanical issues as the Honda sedans recall earlier this year,, The steering suddenly becomes difficult to turn and hard to maintain. You can restart the car and the steering mechanism will also reset.
INFINITI Q50 (2014) — STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 5, 2025
Manually have to unlock the shifter to put into gear with a key and the steering wheel is at 90 degrees all the way to the right and won't move back to standard positioning while driving.
JEEP COMPASS (2025) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
On 6 occasions in varying driving conditions “Service AEB System Immediately” message and warning lights has appeared on instrument cluster. When this occurs all safety features are also disengaged. Furthermore, on a different occasion the vehicle was parked for 4 hours and after starting the vehicle I received a “Power Steering Overheat” message and warning light on the instrument cluster... Read more
JEEP WRANGLER (2020) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2025
Suddenly at 82,000 miles, my 2020 Jeep Wrangler Sport S 4 door began shaking uncontrollably while I was driving. It was a terrifying experience. I took it to the mechanic and he replaced the steering damper. The uncontrollable shaking continued. The mechanic replaced the steering damper again. The shaking continues. I have had a wheel alignment and tires balanced. I am scared to drive the ... Read more
RAM 1500 (2015) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 7, 2025
Steering locked up while traveling down highway unable to turn the Steering wheel had to be towed from highway. NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 16V16700. MANUFACTURING CAMPAIGN NUMBER S19 THERE IS A RECALL ON THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING..SPOKE WITH RECALL SPECIALIST AT CHYSLER CUSTOMER CARE ON 12-08-2025: @7:17PM EST . UPON TALKI G TO EMPLOYEE WHOM NAME IS ASHER ID NUMBER T033HD WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE T... Read more
TOYOTA RAV4 (2021) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Oct 31, 2025
While driving at highway speeds (approx. 65 MPH), the vehicle suffered a sudden and catastrophic loss of motive power. The "Hybrid System Malfunction" warning illuminated, followed immediately by a "Check Engine" light. The vehicle entered a fail-safe mode, then completely shut down. The steering wheel locked, making it extremely difficult to maneuver the vehicle to the shoulder in a dark, remote ... Read more
RAM 1500 (2016) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Nov 29, 2025
Steering wheel locks up when cold
CADILLAC CTS (2016) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Nov 24, 2025
The contact owns 2016 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V175000 (STEERING); however, the VI... Read more
BAL OTHER (9999) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Jun 13, 2025
Per the attached letter to 1 A Auto I installed the subject steering shaft and torqued it per their video instructions. It slipped off causing a complete loss of steering because it wasn't properly fabricated. . Thankfully, I was travelling at low speed and was able to safeky stop, make an emergency repair and got the truck home. It caused a break in the airabag clock spring cable and also brok... Read more
FORD F-150 (2014) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Jun 13, 2025
Per the attached letter to 1 A Auto I installed the subject steering shaft and torqued it per their video instructions. It slipped off causing a complete loss of steering because it wasn't properly fabricated. . Thankfully, I was travelling at low speed and was able to safeky stop, make an emergency repair and got the truck home. It caused a break in the airabag clock spring cable and also brok... Read more
FORD F-250 (2012) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Oct 10, 2025
I bought this truck used from a dealership in 2022-23 haven't really had any problems till about 2 months ago. Front end started a wobble. A friend of mine just sent me information NHTSA put out about the Death Wobble. I believe it expired in 2024. I never received any kind of recall on this. I was wondering if it would still be something I could get looked into. Thank you.
FORD BRONCO (2025) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Nov 30, 2025
Accident Statement – Instrument Panel Cluster Failure & Collision While driving my 2025 Ford Outerbanks, the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) screen suddenly went completely black without warning. At the time of the malfunction, I was attempting to merge into traffic on my left with my left turn signal activated. Simultaneously, an 18-wheeler in the lane beside me was merging to his right. The s... Read more
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FORD EXPLORER (2013) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Oct 23, 2024
Hi, my power steering went out. It's tough to turn. I see there was a safety recall, 14S06, that mentions the power steering control module. According to the NHTSA website my car has a safety recall. MAY 29, 2014 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V286000 Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist it will require extra steering effort at lower speed... Read more
TESLA MODEL 3 (2020) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
My Tesla Model 3 is experiencing premature suspension failures involving the lower lateral links and stabilizer links. These components were already replaced once, and they are failing again in less than 30,000 miles. This is not normal wear for suspension parts on a modern vehicle. These failures cause clunking, instability, and looseness in the front end—conditions that affect the vehicle’s... Read more
JEEP WRANGLER (2022) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Jun 8, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle experienced the "Death Wobble". The contact stated that the front end and the steering wheel of the vehicle were shuddering violently. The contact stated that the failure had recurred several times while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an unknown steering part was replaced. The vehi... Read more
HYUNDAI SONATA (2017) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Mar 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH in a parking lot, the steering wheel seized. The contact was unable to turn the steering wheel. The vehicle was restarted. The vehicle became sluggish and snagged while driving to the residence. The steering wheel symbol in red was displayed on the instrument panel. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle ... Read more
HONDA PROLOGUE (2024) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
At approximately 3000 miles, I started hearing clicking noises from front end when accelerating while turning. Noise is more pronounced when turning left and when car is cold, but is rapidly getting worse and is now apparent on both sides and occurs whether cold or not. Dealer says it is CV joints, and a bulletin is out on this repair. Parts are back ordered and not readily available. Google s... Read more
HONDA PROLOGUE (2024) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
Clicking noise when Hard turn right and left. Dealer says expected behaviour.
FORD FUSION (2016) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 5, 2025
Lost power in the steering wheel. My safety and others is at risk because the steering wheel locks up completely at slow speeds and it's difficult to turn the steering wheel when turning a corner or trying to back up. The problem has been confirmed by an independent service center. The component has only been inspected by an independent service center. On 12/5/25 I received a warning on the d... Read more
BMW X3 (2025) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 5, 2025
On 12/5/2025, while driving my 2025 BMW X3 at approximately 35 mph on Milwaukee Ave (IL Route 21) during rush-hour traffic, the vehicle displayed a “drivetrain malfunction” warning and immediately lost propulsion; the engine completely shut down. The vehicle could not be driven under its own power and remained stopped in traffic with a minor child passenger present, creating a traffic hazard a... Read more
MITSUBISHI MIRAGE (2024) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: May 21, 2025
The vehicle is experiencing rapid and excessive wear on the front tires, resulting in a significantly reduced tread life of approximately one month. As the tires approach a critically bald condition, the vehicle exhibits compromised traction, manifesting in a pronounced wobble and pull in the steering system. Concurrently, multiple warning systems are activated, including - ABS light - Lane Depar... Read more
FORD EXPEDITION (2025) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Nov 27, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the steering wheel failed to steer in the intended direction. The contact stated that the blue cruise hands-free system was activated during the failure. In addition, the vehicle was shaking and the brakes were independently activated. The contact was able to correct the steering wheel to the intended lane. No w... Read more
HONDA PROLOGUE (2025) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
Vehicle makes click-click-click (2-4) on hard over turns with accelerations (e.g. parking lot exit to street) Sounds front right CV/Axle region. Vehicle has intermittent MIL "Service High Voltage Soon" which resolves on subsequent startup, might be linked to scheduled charging within car infotainment.
HONDA ACCORD (2018) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Oct 23, 2025
These also are warning signals that keep coming on I took it to AutoZone obd scanner said is was misfire cylinder2got spark plug changed and engine coil still showing same thing on scanner
JEEP WRANGLER (2021) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Nov 20, 2025
The jeep goes into a death wobble when it encounters small bumps at speeds above 55mph. It begins shaking violently and forces you to brake quickly. This make it very dangerous to drive on highways or interstates.
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE L (2023) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Nov 24, 2025
Vehicle was being driven when the service power steering message came on, the steering wheel became very stiff and hard to maneuver. A list of messages also came up on the display, that other functions of the vehicle where either disabled and/or needed to be serviced. after the vehicle was parked it was no longer able to be moved due to the power steering being inoperable.
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 (2020) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
Sudden intermittent loss of power steering, issue confirmed by Chevy Dealership. No warning lights were displayed.
SUBARU IMPREZA (2016) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 2, 2025
Hello, I just purchase this vehicle from a dealership, 615 auto sales. After purchasing the vehicle I decided to go and get the recall done that was never done to the vehicle at the repair shop they did the recall but then ask me where did I purchase this vehicle from then I told them. The repair shop told me the grim news that the car was very rusted and should have not been sold like it was. The... Read more
LEXUS ES (2005) — STEERING Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Oct 24, 2025
[XXX] : “for parts it's $375. I'll drop the labor down to $80 for $455 total…”You: “Well I already have the sway bar links but yes that's fine bro. [XXX] : “Got it let me see if I can change the order real quick. [XXX] : “Got it changed 👍🏽”Screenshot that whole block.Text 2 – “Good to go” / work doneFind where he talks about finishing and testi [XXX] ah: “Got the rear b... Read more
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