10.0

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

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problem #1

Apr 012001

Escort

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
During normal operation of vehicle a metal to metal grinding/rubbing noise was being emitted from vehicle, unknown location.. then, vehicle would not maintain control when going over bumps, and in general seemed bouncy. A private mechanic informed consumer that rear bolt springs were busted, and that gas struts were busted/ leaking fluid. Rear struts and springs broke and leaking.

- Jefferson, OH, USA

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