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10.0

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

About These NHTSA Complaints:

This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.

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1997 Ford Escort suspension problems

suspension problem

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1997 Ford Escort Owner Comments

problem #4

May 111999

Escort

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Consumer hears a noise in the front end of the vehicle, so she took it into the dealer. The dealer inspected the vehicle and determined that the problem is not safety related and will not repair the vehicle. The manufacturer will be notified.

- Detroit, MI, USA

problem #3

Sep 211998

Escort

  • miles
When vehicle reaches speeds of 35 mph and over the steering wheel shakes and the front end vibrates. The dealer has repaired the vehicle prior to this incident.

- Cinn, OH, USA

problem #2

Jun 101998

Escort

  • miles
When attempting to make a right or a left hand turn consumer noticed a loud sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer aware of problem. Manufacturer has no corrective action.

- Sneads Ferry, NC, USA

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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