The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the messages "Tract Off" and "Service Power Steering" were displayed, and the steering wheel became very difficult to turn in either direction. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was inform…
2010 ford Fusion steering problems
moderate 1,655 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
1,655
Recalls
0
Crashes
32
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 12 most recent
While driving the steering failed, was able to avoid crashing into power pole!!!
WENT TO CRANK IT ONE DAY AFTER CHANGING A TIRE ON THE FRONT AND THE POWER STEERING QUIT WORKING WHEN I GOT BACK IN IT AND CRANKED IT UP AND HASN'T WORKED SINCE.
I WAS MOVING MY VEHICLE FROM OUTSIDE DRIVE INTO MY GARAGE. WHEN STEERING ASSIST MESSAGE APPEARED. AT THIS POINT POWER STEERING FAILED. WAS ABLE TO DRIVE VEHICLE INSIDE. I HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO FORD DEALER WERE THE STEERING POWER PACK MODULE WAS REPLACED.
COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHILE DRIVING ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY AT 55MPH. AN INDICATOR MESSAGE CAME ON AT THAT TIME, READING "SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW" AS WELL AS "SERVICE ADVANCE TRACK NOW" AND DUE TO LOSS OF STEERING AND INABILITY TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL, I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT. DIAGNOSTICS AT FORD CERTIFIED REPAIR CENTER INDICATED A FAULTY SENSOR IN THE STE…
I WENT TO PICK UP MY CAR FROM THE FORD DEALERSHIP AFTER DROPPING IT OFF, AGAIN, ON FRIDAY, 12/27 TO FIX THE SAME EXACT ISSUE I BROUGHT IT IN FOR THE DAY BEFORE. THE STEERING GOT INCREDIBLY STIFF AND THE "SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW" LIGHT CAME ON AS WELL AS THE "SERVICE ADVANCETRAC" LIGHT. THE FIRST TIME THEY REPLACED THE STEERING RACK. SECOND TIME THEY BLAMED THE WIRING. I BROUGHT THE CAR IN TODAY…
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH in a parking lot, the power steering lost functionality. The contact stated that the "Service Power Steering Now" warning light was illuminated. The contact stopped the vehicle in the parking lot and turned off and on restarted the vehicle several times; however, the power steering assist failed to resume no…
THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, WHEN I WENT TO TURN IT ON IT HAD A POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT. ENDED UP HAVING TO TAKE IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP WHO ARE WORKING ON IT RIGHT NOW. TOTAL COST OF THE WORK IS ABOUT $1,800 AND LOOKING ONLINE IT'S OBVIOUS MANY OTHERS HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE. WHEN I BROUGHT UP THE RECALL ON 2010 FORD FUSIONS (RECALL 15S18) I WAS TOLD THAT ONLY APPLIED TO CARS BUILT IN SEPTEMBER OF …
I WENT TO DRIVE MY CAR AND LOST ALL STEERING CAPABILITIES...THE POWER STEERING WAS LOST. I STILL HAD TO GET MY CAR HOME WHICH WAS STILL A SAFETY ISSUE WITHOUT THE POWER STEERING I WAS CLOSE TO HOME AND I WAS IN A PANIC WITHOUT THE STEERING CAPABILITIES. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION TO GET IT HOME. THIS WAS A VERY SCARY SITUATION. IF I HAD BEEN ON A MAJOR ROAD THIS WOULD OF BEEN A SERIOUS SITUATION WH…
I HAVE A 2010 FORD FUSION SE 4DRV6 AND WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE DOWN A HIGHWAY AND MY LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON. UNABLE TO PULL OVER IMMEDIATELY I DROVE TO THE NEAREST GOOD YEAR WHICH OFFERS FREE TIRE REPAIR WHEN OUT OF NO WHERE THE TRACTION STABILITY CONTROL KICKED IN ON MY CAR AND MY SERVICE SCREEN SAID "SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW" I MAINTAINED CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE UNTIL I GOT TO GOOD YEAR…
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2010 ford Fusion?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 1655 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
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Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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