Steering shaft!

[Pursya]

Took the Zee to the local dealer today to fix two warranty issues.
Carpet had crept down from the drivers side console revealing metal.
And a directional vent had fallen from inside the dash on to the passenger side footwell.
Both easy fixes.
But when I picked the car up they asked if I had felt a resistance in the steering. I have, but really on reverse turning.
They say it needs a new steering shaft.
Nice pick up by the dealer.

[Pursya]

Dropped the Zee in this morning for its replacement shaft.
Had a chat with the service manager who pointed to a blue Fiesta and said its got the same problem. Though they still had some checks to carry out before confirmation.
He reckons they "may have a problem"
I said I hadn't heard anything about it n the forums and he said Ford like to keep these things very quiet.
So, I suggest all WT owners have a good feel of the steering. Particularly when in reverse, turning on an uneven surface.
If you feel/hear a resistance or a knocking, pay a visit to your friendly warranty Ford dealer.

[In Focus]

I have heard/felt a slight rattle recently when turning right in the Mrs Fiesta. Might have to get it sussed out.