2007 Ford Focus Steering Problems

“My air conditioner quit working to soon only about 4 years old at the time was told by mechanic that my compressor was out completly. I also have changed my low beam head light about 4 times why? Another problem I have is my rear end tires keep wearing out way faster than the front tires why? Also while I drive my car squeaks the noise comes from my dash and under my dash more so when I drive slower like around town also why?”

“Have had the car for two years. Bought from private party. Have had no major issues till a few days ago. While driving steering wheel all of a sudden became very loose. You can move it back and forth with about an inch of play it didn't have before, all directions.. Took it to dealer for repair and asked if this model has had issues with it. They told me know. In looking on internet, I find many people complaining and with videos of exactly the same problem I have. Basically the wheel nut that holds the steering wheel in place comes loose. …”

“Alternator suddenly failed while driving. I had no control of the car while in traffic including the steering. The alternator was replaced. Approximately 3 years later on july 2, 2012, the same thing happened. Sudden alternator failure while driving with no ability to control the vehicle. Because the electrical system had a total failure I could not steer the vehicle, turn on the hazard flashers, or signal the traffic behind me that I was slowing down because the brake lights could not function. Terribly dangerous. On july 6, 2013, alternator #3 failed and burned out the battery as well. …”

“I was driving a 2007 Ford Focus that I had rented on a major highway under good weather conditions, mid-morning, good light, no curves, no distractions, light traffic. The car began to veer to the right. I turned the steering wheel to correct it and it didn't respond. When I turned it a little further, the car abruptly turned on a sharp angle to the left. The steerng was completely out of control. I swerved again to the right, then left. I was unable to maneuver it and was about to hit the median when I was hit on the driver's side door (I crossed the far left lane in front of another driver). …”

“Air bag light is illuminated or on. However, my car has never been in an accident or collision. Power steering on the car went bad. I had to get it replaced. Wanted to know if there are any recalls for both of these issues. I bought this car new. Should I be experiencing problems this soon?”