BCM 5681 – 2013 Escape – Message Center – “Steering
Assist Fault Service Required” – False Message
Some 203 Escape may temporarily display the message
“Steering Assist Fault Service Required” (approximately 1-2
seconds before disappearing ) in the cluster on initial startup with no corresponding loss of assist or steering DTCS.
This temporary fault message occurs due to a communication/ timing issue between the steering and cluster
modules when the vehicle is driven. If this message is seen in transport mode, put it in customer mode and check
to see if the message still appears. If the message still occurs, check for DTCS. If DTCS are present, refer to the
appropriate Workshop Manual diagnostics. If there are no DTCS and the steering gear has assist, do not replace or
service the steering gear or cluster. No further action is required, please continue to monitor OASIS
.