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U0415 on FORD EXPLORER

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2013, 2015

What U0415 Means on Your FORD EXPLORER

Real FORD EXPLORER Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Lost power steering while driving. traction control fault and terrain control fault came on. the steering box now needs to be replaced. i have codes c1b00-62, u2001, u0415, and the same issue that meets the requirements of recall 14s06, but my vin is not in the data base for this."

— 2013 FORD EXPLORER owner • STEERING • Filed 12/05/2016

"Vehicle power steering failure, causing locked steering. After reading, am finding this is a major problem with many Ford models. There has been recalls on many other models. No warning at all just locked up. Luckily did not happen to my wife at highway speeds."

— 2015 FORD EXPLORER owner • STEERING • Filed 01/04/2024

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of U0415 on FORD EXPLORER

100%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2013
1
2015
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

U0415 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026