2006 Ford E-350 Steering Problems

“The steering on our 2006 pleasure-way rv van conversion model excel ts on a Ford E-350 chassis completely gave out while the vehicle was being driven. Fortunately, this occurred on a residential side street near our home after a stop sign, so the vehicle could be slowed to a stop with no further damage. The vehicle was towed to a local rv repair shop, and the complete steering mechanism - steering gear and core for steering box - had to be replaced, at a total cost of $1,603.96. The old parts are available. …”

“Upon receipt of the vehicle from my van pool office it was noticed that the steering was stiff and did not self center after making lane changes. The steering will continue to go in the direction of the lane you moved into. It also has a constant pull to the left when going straight. In 7/06 it was noticed that the side doors made a loud popping sound once each way we drove to/from work. After about two weeks I determined that it was the top latch becoming disengaged. When this happens the door rattles.”

“Driving about 30 miles per hour began to change into left lane to go around car as light was turning green. Heard a loud sound thinking my tire blew. Suddenly steering went out of van. Could not control vehicle as steering wheel was in 360 degree motion. Hit brakes to stop unfortunately rear ended a lady. She was taken to hospital. Witness also heard this loud sound thinking it was a tire problem. This is a 2006 e 350 Ford cargo van.”

“This vehicle is the chassis for a 2006 pleasure way industries excel ts model class b van conversion. The maintenance of this van has been excellent with records to prove such. Since our purchasing this vehicle in may of 2012, when it is driven at highway speeds higher than 50 MPH, the steering becomes loose and the front end weaves back and forth. The steering also pulls to the right even with proper alignment. Twice the driver nearly lost control due to the unresponsive steering. …”

“Dt: the contact stated that while driving there was an acrid smell coming from the air-conditioning vents. The dealer diagnosed the problem to be an air compressor failure in the air-conditioning system. The contact has ten 2005, and 3, 2006 vehicles. All 13 had the alternators replaced by the dealer before the buses were put into service. There have been 3 alternator failures, 2 high pressure pump failures, 1 clutch fan failure and 5 vehicles with check engine light issues. Updated 8/15/2006 -”