2008 Ford Escape Hybrid steering problems
110 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at approximately 25 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel became stiff and made a hard right and the vehicle jumped the curb. The brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle came to a stop. The contact stated that…”
filed Mar 4, 2025
“The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn with the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the…”
filed Dec 18, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Escape Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Escape Hybrid | 1 | 2% |
| 2020 Escape Hybrid | 4 | 1% |
| 2011 Escape Hybrid | 14 | 38% |
| 2010 Escape Hybrid | 18 | 31% |
| 2009 Escape Hybrid | 70 | 46% |
| 2007 Escape Hybrid | 12 | 10% |
| 2006 Escape Hybrid | 24 | 11% |
| 2005 Escape Hybrid | 21 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.