How common are steering complaints on the 2017 Ford Focus?

NHTSA lists 20 steering complaints for the 2017 Focus, which is about 2% of the 896 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2017 Ford Focus?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for steering on the 2017 Focus.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2017 Focus is 61,800 miles, though some owners reported issues at much lower mileage.

What does the steering failure feel like based on owner complaints?

Owners describe sudden loss of power steering assist or the wheel locking up, often accompanied by a 'steering assist fault' dashboard message, making the car hard to steer until it is restarted or repaired.

Have any steering failures caused crashes on the 2017 Focus?

The data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries reported among the steering complaints for the 2017 Focus.

2017 Ford Focus Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 20 steering complaints for the 2017 Ford Focus, about 2% of its 896 total complaints for the year. The typical failure occurred at a median mileage of 61,800 miles. No related steering recalls are listed for this model year.

Steering complaints: 20; 2% of 896
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 61,800 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering suddenly locks up or seizes while driving, sometimes during a turn, making the vehicle hard to control.
A 'steering assist fault' or 'power steering fault' message appears on the dash right before or during a loss of power steering assist.
Power steering assist cuts out abruptly at highway or city speeds, requiring much more effort to turn the wheel.
Some owners report the steering issue resolves temporarily after turning the vehicle off and restarting it.
Independent inspection in at least one case found the steering rack needed replacement.
Owners describe the steering wheel not returning to center and feeling unstable at mid and high speeds.

When 2017 Ford Focus steering complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 26, 2018, latest Oct 14, 2024.

20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2018 to Oct 2024; peak Mar 2020 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2017 Ford Focus

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Focus model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201013 (5%)
201110 (9%)
2012927 (25%)
2013273 (13%)
2014221 (8%)
201593 (9%)
201645 (4%)
201720 (2%)
201830 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering complaints on the 2017 Ford Focus?: NHTSA lists 20 steering complaints for the 2017 Focus, which is about 2% of the 896 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2017 Ford Focus?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for steering on the 2017 Focus.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2017 Focus is 61,800 miles, though some owners reported issues at much lower mileage.
What does the steering failure feel like based on owner complaints?: Owners describe sudden loss of power steering assist or the wheel locking up, often accompanied by a 'steering assist fault' dashboard message, making the car hard to steer until it is restarted or repaired.
Have any steering failures caused crashes on the 2017 Focus?: The data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries reported among the steering complaints for the 2017 Focus.