U3000 on FORD FOCUS
What U3000 Means on Your FORD FOCUS
Real FORD FOCUS Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"Ford focus famous steering assist fault ,light on no steering and u3000 codes well im ase certified retired and ford is yanking customers and dealerships lie ."
"Upon starting my 2012 ford focus on two occasions in the past 2 months, my steering wheel would not turn. the "steering wheel assist: fault" message alerted on my steering wheel screen on both occasions."
"Power steering module had to be replaced. dtc u3000:49-48 was the code from the dealer. the steering assit light came on after starting the car."
"On 12/8/2017 i drove me car downtown nashville from my house. parked it in the gultch area. walked to a return. came back to my car and the steering assist fault light came on. it said contact dealer. i tried turning the car off and on again several times."
"Electric power steering failed. the following ford error or fault codes were identified: u3000:49-48 and u3000:53-c8. ford dealership advised replacement cost would be approx. $2,600. vehicle is a 2013 ford focus ev with approx. 60k miles."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of U3000 on FORD FOCUS
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
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What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
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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.
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Compare repair quotes
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