8.3

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
4,000 miles

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problem #2

Feb 162003

Escape

  • 8,000 miles
When applying the brakes a loud grinding noise was heard.

- Saint Croix, VI, USA

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problem #1

Oct 272003

Escape 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Excessive brake rotor wear: After 34,600 miles, the rotors are 70% worn according to the dimensions given by the dealer. The dealer claims this is normal even though he understands that the brakes will be worn out before 50,000 miles.

- Manvel, TX, USA

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