Mk4 stiff steering

[Jay035]

I'm sure I'm not imaging things but recently have noticed that at relatively low speeds the steering feels heavy and that is a light judder when turning the wheel right as I accelerate... but this goes away when I pick up speed. 

Has anyone experienced this issue? 

Edited December 22, 2019 by Jay035
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[Jay035]

Does the mk4 use power steering fluid? I believe the system is electric and not hydraulic 

[Guy Heaton]

Turn it to full lock and hold for a few seconds.  If you can hear fluid transfer then you'll know.

[TomsFocus]

Fully electric on both Mk3 & Mk4 Focus EcoBoosts, no fluid.

I'd check tyre pressures are all identical first.  But as you're still well within warranty, next step should be a dealer inspection really.

[Jay035]

Problems with steering

Door protector that's broken 

Seatbelt fastening warning that hasn't been corrected despite 2 times me leaving the car at the dealer, with the last visit resulting a scratch across the dashboard (dealer admitted liability once 'I' pointed it out).

This is my first ford and probably my last

I'm already thinking to exchange this car for a Civic or a Leon 290