10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

May 221996

Escort

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes: Intermittent brake loss, brakes failed when driving at 15mph and attempting to stop, and there were no brakes. Car has been in shop approximately five times. Last time a master cylinder was put in, but the problem is still there.

- Mesa, AZ, USA

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problem #3

Oct 071997

Escort

  • miles
Consumer has been experiencing brake problems. Vehicle has been to the dealer for repair 8 times/for replacement of the brake drum and the rotor on the right rear.

- Coatesville, PA, USA

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problem #2

Sep 181996

Escort

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Antilock brakes locking up after hard stop.

- Yucaipa, CA, USA

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problem #1

Jan 081997

Escort

  • miles
Upon applying force to the brake pedal the brake pedal goes to the floor, brakes fade away, extended stopping distance. Consumer also states after pumping the brake pedal consumer noticed filling in the pedal. Consumer has contacted the dealer.

- Petaluma, CA, USA

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