10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
12,500 miles

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problem #8

Mar 012007

(reported on)

Escort

  • miles
1997 Ford Escort had rear springs problems. * both rear springs on the vehicle broke. The breaks were identical, the lower coils. The consumer contacted the manufacturer and indicated that they showed lack of interest.

- West Bend, WI, USA

problem #7

May 242004

(reported on)

Escort

  • 100,000 miles
Consumer complained about transmission axle slippage and defective brake problems. Vehicle vibrated when accelerating. Consumer had the vehicle inspected by a private mechanic.

- Ukiah, CA, USA

problem #6

Mar 182003

Escort

  • miles
Consumer requesting restitution for a house fire that was caused by a vehicle fire.. prior to the fire the vehicle also experienced a problem with the alternator and the brakes squeaking.

- Norfolk, VA, USA

problem #5

Feb 272003

(reported on)

Escort

  • miles
When the brake was applied, there was a loud noise.

- Avon Park, FL, USA

problem #4

Nov 122001

Escort

  • miles
Usually after getting the brakes serviced brakes will make a real lousd noise whne coming to a complete stop.

- Colorado Springs, CO, USA

problem #3

Sep 081999

(reported on)

Escort

  • miles
Brakes.

- Bakersfield, CA, USA

problem #2

Dec 191996

Escort

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Steering wheel locked up, brakes failed to operate properly resulting in an accident, no deployment of air bags during collision.

- Oswego, NY, USA

problem #1

Jun 041998

(reported on)

Escort

  • miles
Vehicle makes squeaking noise during travel, squeak stops while braking. Brakes pulse while being depressed.

- Spencer, OH, USA