2.9

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
50,000 miles

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problem #2

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

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problem #1

Jun 042003

Escort

  • miles
While driving at 65 mph, suddenly the right axle broke, damaging the transmission/ steering wheel, forcing the consumer to pull out of the road. Dealer notified.

- Newburyport, MA, USA

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