Turn signal stalk: doesn't reset / correct itself

[Shane150]

After turning left it doesn't correct itself. Has anyone had this issue before? How difficult is it to fix?

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[Abraham5G]

I have the same issue on my 2023 Platinum. The turn signal stalk sometimes becomes stuck.

 

[Je1279]

It is very easy to replace. There are only a few torx screws holding it on after you seperate the steering wheel shroud for access. This video is for a prior generation but the process is basically identical.

 

[Los150]

After turning left it doesn't correct itself. Has anyone had this issue before? How difficult is it to fix?

Yep! Same here. I've not bothered to take it to the stealership until I have something else come up. I've noticed mine is worse when it's hot outside and the cabin is hot. Sticks more often. Very annoying. I just don't feel like spending my money on a new stalk when they should replace it under warranty.

 

[Shane150]

Yep! Same here. I've not bothered to take it to the stealership until I have something else come up. I've noticed mine is worse when it's hot outside and the cabin is hot. Sticks more often. Very annoying. I just don't feel like spending my money on a new stalk when they should replace it under warranty.

Exactly! It only happens during summer months. Initially I had the problem last summer and I thought the issue is gone when I didn't experience it in winter but now it is doing it again. I would rather repair it myself if possible.

 

[Shane150]

It is very easy to replace. There are only a few torx screws holding it on after you remove the steering wheel shroud. This is for a prior generation but the process is basically identical.

Thanks! Would replacing the stalk fix this issue? You don't think it's steering wheel related? It seems the cabin temperature fluctuations has a part to play.

 

[Los150]

Thanks! Would replacing the stock fix this issue? You don't think it's steering wheel related? It seems the cabin temperature fluctuations has a part to play.

It's 100% the stalk, based on a video I saw. There's a small component inside that's basically getting stuck. It can apparently be fixed. I'll have to find the video.

 

[Shane150]

It's 100% the stalk, based on a video I saw. There's a small component inside that's basically getting stuck. It can apparently be fixed. I'll have to find the video.

Please share the video once you find it. Thanks!

 

[Los150]

Please share the video once you find it. Thanks!

 

[Je1279]

Thanks! Would replacing the stalk fix this issue? You don't think it's steering wheel related? It seems the cabin temperature fluctuations has a part to play.

I replaced the stalk when I added auto wipers. Definitely sounds like the stalk is the best place to start for this problem though. If I recall correctly, it was only ~$30.

 

[dochawk]

After turning left it doesn't correct itself. Has anyone had this issue before? How difficult is it to fix?

If the turn signal worked in a reasonable manner, it wouldn't be a Ford, now would it?



I was quickly able to note the ford derived turnstile on my '06 Miata, and feel the signs of descent only wife's new Maverick.

 

[Scrambler68]

I had a bad multi switch (turn signal) on my 2016 that would make the wipers come on randomly. Not knowing how easy it was to replace, I had a dealership swap it out for me. Since then, I have learned.

Now I have a 2021 RCSB. I installed a 2024 Raptor wheel which required me to swap out the clock spring and add some conversion harnesses for the paddle shifters and steering wheel heater.

I only mention this because the multi switch screws to the clock spring. It’s super easy to pop out the airbag, remove the steering wheel, and separate the top and bottom trim pieces from the steering column. That will give you full access to the switch/stalk/whatever you want to call it.

My new clock spring came with the multi switch for rain sensing wipers. I put my old switch in the new clock spring. Let me know if yours has rain sensing wipers. If so, I’ll send it to you.

 

[TheWrench]

Just had the dealer replace my stalk under warranty. It would stick every time I signaled a lane change.

 

[2Lazy2P]

I have the same issue on my '22. The dealer checked it out and could not replicate.

 

[Los150]

I have the same issue on my '22. The dealer checked it out and could not replicate.

it's because of that nonsense with dealers, why I try recording the things I observe. I've got two videos of the turn signal getting stuck. Plus it took me a little while to realize that heat was a factor.

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