10.0

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

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problem #3

Jun 091999

Escort

  • miles
Automatic seat belts on rear left/ right is not operating properly.

- N Miami, FL, USA

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problem #2

Nov 041997

Escort

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
False deployment of both air bags.

- Prairievil, LA, USA

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problem #1

Nov 211997

(reported on)

Escort

  • miles
While driving at 70 mph vehicle went over a patch of ice, causing owner to lose control of vehicle. Vehicle then rolled over 3-4 times, and the middle rear lap belt did not hold child seat in place.

- Jacksonville, NC, USA

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