We found the following complaints for FORD ESCORT (1991)
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Design of motor restaint will always fail. Upon retraction, rubberized cord will eventually pull out!
Electrical fire, prior to recall.*skd
The car starts all by itself while sitting in the car without the key into the ignition. Consumer states engine and starter could not be stopped with the keys, consumer had to go to nearest dealer to ull the battery cable to stop the engine, ignition switch had to be replaced,the starter was burned out, relay switch had to be replaced and starter coil.
After filling up with gas and still beside the gas pumps i attempted to start the vehicle in park. The car kept cranking but not starting. Turned the ignition switch off and car kept cranking. Pulled the key out and car kept cranking. Put the key back in and got the vehicle in drive while cranking and it stopped. Turned key and vehicle started (in drive mode). Vehicle would not stop cranking in park or neutral modes but will in drive mode. With no key vehicle tries to start in both park and neutral. Major safety issue. I was scared when it kept cranking beside the gas station tanks thinking i was going to end up blowing up the station.
While driving vehicle, it would stall or shut down, was informed it was electrical or fuel pump.
Battery cable corroded.nlm
Alternator/regulator failed.
Experienced electrical system fire, when alternator and front wiring harness burned and extinquished itself.
The contact owns a 1991 ford escort lx.the contact poured brake fluid into the power steering reservoir.she took her vehicle to a mechanic to have the vehicle bled.the mechanic replaced the power steering pump without authorization, and now the vehicle is spewing forth power steering fluid.the alternator was lopsided and its screws were missing.the motor mount was removed and the contact does not know the reason.when she arrived home and turned off the vehicle, it failed to restart after many attempts.the mechanic stated that he would send a tow, but one never arrived.the failure mileage was 101,000.
Alternator failure.
Horn functions intermittently.
Horn replaced.
The ignition lock in the steering column housing experienced failure, prior to recall notice (93v057000). However, repairs were not done due to the recall notice, but experienced the same failure.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Roll pins securing ignition lock failed.
Driving vehicle home, vehicle quit on the road, could not restart, had it towed, ignition & steering burned out, & tie rod broke.
Ignition switch failure to turn off engine. Smoke coming into the inside of vehicle from the engine.
When you turn ignition off radio continues to play for about 10 minutes or until you manually shut it off, replaced ignition and still has same problem.
Roll pins fell out, and ignition came off the steering column.tt
Ignitionfire.
Consumer has read in media that this modelhas a problem withignition module, it could catch fire at anytime.
Upon starting, noticed smoke coming from beneath steering column, and burning smell, no fire.
The vehicle hesitates when turning the ignition on and when driving between 35 to 40 mph; also,it smells like something burning. Consumer states when she turns on ignition the vehicle hesitates for a few seconds, then she has to wait for 15 minutes beforeshe can drive the vehicle, it also stall when at a stop sign or a light, consumer also states lights flicker when she turns on the ignition.
While driving the faulty ignition system caught on fire.fire was due to a possible electrical short.
Key sticks inside ignition.
Ignittion wiring shorted out, causing alternator/belts to fail.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Vehicle continuously runs after the ignition is turned off. Yh
The igniton will not turn off when the key is removed and the signal bell still rings after the key is removed.
No summary listed for abov evehicle.
The consumer was making a left hand turn when the ignition lock cylinder fell onto the floor.the steering wheel locked up and the consumer was forced to come to a stop.the dealer had been contacted.please describe further. *mr
Ignition does not always turn, or turns but does not start the car.
The ignition pin falls out of the ignition switch. Took vehicle to dealer and they said that the recall was not on my vehicle, but this vehicle is having the same problem that the recall states regarding ignition anti-theft controller.
The ignition switch was stuck in one position. Possibly related to recall 93v057000.
Vehicle caught fire when ignition switch was turned.ownernotes that dealer noted vehicle tried to start by itself with ignition turned off.
Ignition switch is faulty, consumer feels a full recall is needed and states that vehicle could stall in traffic.
The ignition switch burned and smoke came out of the steering column. Please describe.
Driver tried to start vehicle, switch got stuck, could not turn it off, the switch suddenly caught on fire
The car started smoking from under the hood and then the starter and the ignition switch burned up .please describe.
Interior vehicle fire around the ignition switch.
Ignition lock completely disengaged from steering column housing (as described in nhtsa recall campaign id # 93v057000), but local ford dealership claims that my vehicle vin shows that my vehicle does not qualify for this safety recall.my car's ignition cylinder is so loose that, several times a week, i have difficulty starting the car (the entire ignition cylinder rotates as the key is turned), i often cannot remove the ignition key (the ignition cylinder rotates, preventing the key from being disengaged from the cylinder), when the key is finally removed, the ignition cylinder is still partially rotated because the "key in ignition'" warning noise occurs when the drivers door is opened.no loss of control at this time, but i feel that this is always a possibility with the problems that i am having with the ignition cylinder.also, when i am having a problem with the ignition cylinder, i can hear a metallic "click" (from within the steering column housing) as the ignition cylinder is rotating( the loose roll pins?).
Vehile caught on fire caused by short in the wiring harnes.please describe.
Ignition switch fire. *sd
The ignition switch burned and smoke came out of the steering column. Please describe.
Ignition switch is faulty, consumer feels a full recall is needed and states that vehicle could stall in traffic.
Electrical short in the ignition switch caused the switch to burn.
Neutral safety switch failed.
The vehicle caught on fire due to a short in the ignition switch.
Ignition switch failure.
Vehicle was parked, ignition switch failure, took the battery out, panel light stayed on.
Electrical short or shock in the ignition switch, causing the wiring harness to burn.
Electrical short in the ignition switch, the vehicle was in the off position and the vehiicle was running, consumer had to disconnect the battery cable to turn the vehiicle off, consumer took the vehicle to the dealer replaced the ignition .
Consumer was driving and car caught on fire fronm the ignition switch. Please describe .
Electrical short in the ignition,causing the wiring harness to melt, resulting in a fire.consumer states he turned ignition off and removed key, engine still continued to run, key was placed back in ignition in an attempt to turn it off, vehicle made a grinding noise and smoke began to pour out of the hood, ignition switch malfunctioned.
Something came loose in the ignition switch causing it to lock up.
While noticing burning smell,next day light on dash panel went haywire, then noticed smoke coming from steering column, sparks came from under dash, resulting in a fire.
Driver tried to start vehicle, switch got stuck, could not turn it off, the switch suddenly caught on fire
Ignition lock cylinderlocked up.vehicle has been repaired.a recall has been issued on the vehicle's make/model.however this vehicle was not included due tovin.manufacturer notified.
A short in the ingition switch which caused the starter to burn out. Consumer was driving and smoke started coming out from under the dash and from underneath the hood, pulled over to side of the road and tried to turn off the vehcile, turned ignition switch off and pulled out key, vehicle kept running for at lest 3-4 minutes before sstoppingcalled local repair shop and had vehicle towed, ignition switch was replaced.
Ignition switch shorted, causing fire. *dh
Electrical short in the ignition switch,causing the steering column to catch on fire.
Electrical short, wiring burned while driving, smell of smoke.
An electrical short in the igntion switch, caused the vehicle to catch on fire under the dash.please describe.
Ignition switch failed.*skd
Power door locks don't work properly. Also, ignition lock moves around and key doesn't work properly.
Keys are stuck in the ingnition . Please describe.
Smoke came from under ignition switch, traceed down shorted out ignition and mlp switches, replaced ignition/neutral switch, no fire.
Electrical short in the ignition switch,causing the vehicle to catch on fire.
Electrical short in the ignition switch caused the switch to burn.
Ignition switch burnt. *sd
When starting up the vehicle it overheated and it would not shut off even when key was not in the ignition . The ignition switch burned up.
Ignition switch stopped and vehicle continued to run, over heated,due a electrical short in wiring.
An electrical short in the ignition switch, caused the vehicle to catch fire in the dash area while vehicle was parked.
Electrical short, vehicle was parked, when started when smell of smoke under the hood, replaced ignition switch and started.
Vehicle was parked, ignition switch failure, took the battery out, panel light stayed on.
Whenconsumer put key in ignition switch and turnedkey,vehicle did not turn on. When she shovedkey back and turnedopposite way.it will turn. Dealershipwas aware of problem.
The ignition switch and wires burned causing damage to the starter.nlm
When trying to turn the car off the cycle come apart from the car,sometimes the key would get stuck in the ignition .
Keys are stuck in the ingnition . Please describe.
Ignition switch sticks.
Ignition switch failed and caused short in the starter and burning.*mjs
The vehicle caught on fire from the ignition switch when the vehicle was being driven. Please describe.
The vehicle was turnedoff and the starter was smoking and the engine cooling fan was running and the vehicle turned on without a key in the ignition.
Attempting to start the vehicle, didn't start.but, the starter kept running even after the key was removed,resulting in afire.
Starter kept engaging with engine running, wires underhood burned out, fuse still intact, no safety device to cut off switch.consumer statesthe starter solenoid was stuck in the closed position, even though the vehicle engine was running, this caused a strange sound under the hood, consumer shut off the ignition and removed the key, the starter continued to turn the engine, this happened three times in cold engine starts twice the starter disengaged after 3 or 4 mintues after the fourth time it then returned to normal as consumer kept driving to the stop, the next morning mechanic started it up and the wires were burned and charred and other damage occured including the tachometer.
Motorized shoulder straps tightened too much and too quickly almost strangling driver's wife; also, starter , situated in a "heat sink" beneath manifold/next to firewall, overheated and burned itself out.
The vehicle was turnedoff and the starter was smoking and the engine cooling fan was running and the vehicle turned on without a key in the ignition.
Starter engaged itself, burning starter/igniton switch/wiring harness. *sd
Engine had been cut off about 15 minutes. Someone told consumer vehicle was smoking.ignition area and dashboard were burning.consumer had not contacteddealer. Consumer states that all of the dash area around the ignition was destroyed.
Vehicle started smoking under dashboard, wirng harness wires burnt, traced burnt wires to sending unit where shorted out,wires replaced by auto repair shop, not included in nhtsa recall #92v117000.
Vehicle undercarriage fire was caused by the fuel pump shorting out the wiring harness.
Wiring harness failure causedburning, this was a recall related failure, however consumer's vehicle did not meet the requirements, dealer installed a fuse to the new harness to prevent burning.
Owner received a recall notice for her wiring harness,she took vehicle to dealer to have vehicle repaired.when owner got vehicle back it caught fire. Owner was told that the work had never been done.mfg recall94b55.
Entire wiring harness burned in auto, no injuries.
Experienced electrical system fire when alternator and front wiring harness burned and extinquished it's self.
While driving 30 mph the vehicle stalled. Driver smelled electrical smoke in vehicle. Vehicle was towed to a garage, where mechanic discovered that the fuel was flowing out of fuel tank because the wires that lead up to the fuel sensor were burning which burned a hole in the fuel tank, and started to burn a hole in the rear seat of the vehicle.
Wires leading to the descending unit inside the gas tank burned.
Vehicle undercarriage fire was caused by the fuel pump shorting out the wiring harness.
Wires leading to the descending unit inside the gas tank burned.
When starting the car up there was a burning smell coming from under the dash and also from under the hood. Owner had to replace the wirng harness under the hood and under the dash. Dealer has not seenvehicle.ak
Was pulling away from stop light when black smoke appeared from dashboard. Pulled to side of road, & called for tow truck. Vehicle at mechanic. Wiring from fuel pump had shorted out. Wiring harness has to be replaced.
Driving down highway the vehicle filled up with smoke and just shut down. Took to it to dealer , removed dash steering column and all heater accessories and found melted wires in steering column and main ground lug at fuse box.
While driving the auto consumer smelled smoke, returned home and looked under the hood clipped the wires that had burned.
No summary listedfor above vehicle.
Starter kept engaging with engine running, wires underhood burned out, fuse still intact, no safety device to cut off switch.consumer statesthe starter solenoid was stuck in the closed position, even though the vehicle engine was running, this caused a strange sound under the hood, consumer shut off the ignition and removed the key, the starter continued to turn the engine, this happened three times in cold engine starts twice the starter disengaged after 3 or 4 mintues after the fourth time it then returned to normal as consumer kept driving to the stop, the next morning mechanic started it up and the wires were burned and charred and other damage occured including the tachometer.
Vehicle was parked 2 weeks when it started smoking from under hood. Contacted fire department.flames seen infront of vehicle were extinguished. Fire department gave indication that electrical wiring caused the problem.vehicle was totaled.
Wiring to fuel pump shorted, causing fuel pump to leak/engine to stall. *dh
Attempting to start the vehicle, didn't start.but, the starter kept running even after the key was removed,resulting in afire.
Fuel pump failed, and electrical wiring to fuel pump and wiring under dash melted. Also, two sets of wiring to headlights melted to bare wire. High current overheated the wiring. Contaced ford. And vehicle is almost totalled.provide further information...
Consumer states that the wiring assembly to the fuel pump has burned up 3x in the last month.dealer diagnosed problem as incorrect specified 30amp fuse for fuel pump.
Inline fuse fuse to gas tank is blowing out due to contact with with fuel pump and sending unit.
Fuel pump failed, and electrical wiring to fuel pump and wiring under dash melted. Also, two sets of wiring to headlights melted to bare wire. High current overheated the wiring. Contaced ford. And vehicle is almost totalled.provide further information...
The brake light melt. Please describe .
Number of wires coming from main body to the tailgate/tail light shorted out.
Number of wires coming from main body to the tailgate/tail light shorted out.
Tail lights located in the rear window short circuited, causing an electrical short within the wiring, and resulting in a fire in the socket. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts. Please provide any further details.
While driving vehicle smoke came from under the dashboard which resulted in the owner being afraid to drive vehicle in fear of havinga collision.
While traveling at 45 mph to home noticed a strong smell of something burning fromdash area. Vehicle towed to an independent repair shop who informed consumer that a firebroke out from a wiring harness under the dash. Dealer/manufacturer werenotified, and informed consumer that no recall was found on that vehicle. Feel free to provide any further information.
My daughter was driving a 1991 ford escort in downtown pittsburgh when smoke began pouring out of the dashboard behind the speedometer section. She pulled over and exited the car after turning off the ignition switch. The smoke ceased and a police officer stopped by to assist. He remained to direct traffic until the tow truck came to return the vehicle to my house. The vehicle has liability insurance only. I was not able to investigate the cause of the smoke for a few days. I needed more information in how to get behind the dashboard. Upon opening the dashboard, i found the wiring bundle leading to the dashboard metering was melted into a bundle and the wires were not distinguishable in color any more. The melted section of wiring was further found in leading into the larger bundle going deeper into the dashboard and into the engine well. I contacted ford concerning this and was refered by them to my insurance agent. The consumer safety commissionsent me in your direction. Is there anything i can do besides trash the car?
Wiring harness corroded; shorted out; caused electrical fire.tt
The wires melted behind the instrument cluster and could have started a fire. Please describe.
The wires melted behind the instrument cluster and could have started a fire. Please describe.
While driving vehicle overheated. The fuel tank leaked fuel & the vehicle caught on fire. Happened once before. The transmission was short cutted for repairs. The dealership knew vehicle had caught fire before, but never informed present owner.
Belts failed due to a short in ignition wiring.
Gas leak after refueling engine.
Crank shaft sensor corroded.
Timing belt failed.
When applying the brakes, smoke comes from the third rear brake light. Dealer found an oil pan gasket leak, and stated that this was the cause of the problem. Dealer corrected the problem. Owner still experienced a problem with the brake light continuing to smoke. Owner has disconnected the brake light.
The accelerator stuck to the floor causing the vehicle to be in full throttle. This occurred while stopped at a traffic light. Fortunately it was a manual transmission and out of gear when the incident happened. I had stomped on the gas pedal by mistake. I searched the floor and engine compartment for anything that may have prevented the accelerator from disengaging and found no apparent reason for the phenomenon.
While driving 65 mph on the freeway the vehicle just cut off with no warning.dealer and manufacturer were notified.
The vehicle hesitates when turning the ignition on and when driving between 35 to 40 mph; also,it smells like something burning. Consumer states when she turns on ignition the vehicle hesitates for a few seconds, then she has to wait for 15 minutes beforeshe can drive the vehicle, it also stall when at a stop sign or a light, consumer also states lights flicker when she turns on the ignition.
When decreasing speed to a stop or going around a rampvehicle will stall. This happens once a week.dealer will be contacted.
Engine fire. *dh
Vehicle fire.*skd
Loud popping noise prior to engine catching fire. *dh
Engine is needing to be replaced due to the crankshaft is cracked, thrust bearing is worn out, oil pan dropped off, and the flywheel is nearly all cracked.
Design of vehicles exhaust system allows exhaust condensation to drip directly onto the trailer arm, which caused the trailing arm to rust out.
Vehicle is subject to excessive gas fumes with cause still undetected even after numerous part changes by area dealership. Please describe details.
Egr sensor failed, causing vehicle to stall.
The air conditioner blow out hot air took to dealer three times.tt
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Air conditioner failed.
Air conditioner leaks.
Cigarette lighter does not function.
The jack failed, causing the vehicle to drop.
Rear window brake light shorted causing smoke.
Their are three brake lights.fromwithin the center light there was smoke coming outbecause brake light melted the plastic. Also, dealer replaced both steering tie rods.
High mount brake light bulb melted the socket.
When applying the brakes, smoke comes from the third rear brake light. Dealer found an oil pan gasket leak, and stated that this was the cause of the problem. Dealer corrected the problem. Owner still experienced a problem with the brake light continuing to smoke. Owner has disconnected the brake light.
Bulb in plastic housing of high mounted brake light caught fire.
Rear brake light gets hot, causing the plastic cover to drip all over passenger's in the rear. Also, there is an odor within the vehicle, and smoke is coming from the light.
Third (3rd) light started smoking, casing around light completely melted, whole brake light/casing removed.
Dt: 1991, ford, escort hatchback. Consumer's wife came home yesterday, and said she smelled smoke. Consumer checked vehicleand found out that third brake light located at top of rear window smoked when brake was pressed. Consumer took light apart, and found same part at a junk yard. Consumer replaced heat shield and halogen bulb with one from junk yard. Consumer called ford and gave ford information about the incident. Ford told consumer there were no recalls, but they were going to turn it in to engineering. Consumerbelieved thata lower watt, cooler bulb would keep light from causing fire.bulb housing had hole melted through it. Replaced housing with good heat shield (original heat shield had burned off causing the problem).*sb
Rear window brake light, 3 third light, lamp when over heated melted from the bolt.
Third (3rd) light started smoking, casing around light completely melted, whole brake light/casing removed.
Third brake light melted down around the bulb, releasing smoke into passenger compartment.
Third brake light wires/bulbs are corroded, plastic casing going around light fixture melted, not checked by dealer.
Third (3rd) light started smoking, casing around light completely melted, whole brake light/casing removed.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Seatbelts: the motorized seat belt stick in the track, usually half way between open & close. Now they will not operate at all. I took one apart & the plastic covering the cable is deteriorating & causing the cable to stick. This is a safety issue that needs your attention immediately. You can have my seatbelt assemble for inspection, as i will have to purchase a new one for my spouse's safety.fuel: this car was not covered under the recall #92s54, as the produduction date was too early, but it has the identical problem. I have already corrected this problem with a new fuel pump assembly.you may have access to this part for your inspection as well.last but not least: headlight: cloudy, yellow, and do not allow light on the road. Very hazardous. I have noticed this is typical on a lot of different ford cars & trucks. I have purchased a set from the local wrecking yard, but do not have the headlight for you to inspect. I threw them away.
Purchase car new had to replace the head light ten times on both side .tt
Headlight went out at night without warning due to defective headlight switch.
Socket in the middle tail light in the back window melted,cause unknown.please give any further details.
The contact owns a 1991 ford escort. Fatigue cracks have developed in the solder joint between the fuel return tube and the fuel pump sending unit located at the top of the fuel tank. There must have been an internal fire caused by the failure, because the wiring harness had melted. The vehicle identification number was excluded from recall # 92v117000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer and the dealer was notified, but no assistance was provided. No repairs were made. The failure and current mileages were 151000.
Fuel tank leaked gas due to a crack prior to recall, recall repairs refused.
Dt: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall campaign 92v117000 concerningfuel pump sending assembly. This consumer is experiencing the same problemsas indicated in the recall, but is not included in the recall due to vin.the contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense. Updatd 01/25/06.
Nhtsa recall # 92 v 117 000/fuel system: vehicle is experiencing fuel leakages from top areas of fuel tank;fuel leaks can result in fire if exposed to a source of ignition;problem appears same as mentioned inrecall, but dealer/mfr. Refused to repair this vehicle.due vin # this vehicle was not includedin the recall.
While driving the smell of gas is very strong.consumer stated that the smell gets stronger when car was accelerating.
Consumer states that thereare gas fumes coming from vehicle. There is a recall on this vehicle . Manufacturer informed owner that vehicle was not included the in the recall.
The fuel tank sending unit developed a short, plastic components were melted and fuel leaked from tank.
1. My 1991 ford escort lx station wagon developed a fuel leak around the fuel tank.2. It occurs every time i add fuel to the tank.3. I reported the problem to ford, including the existence of a recall notice (nhtsa action number ea92012;nhtsa campaign id number: 92v117000)). Ford has ignored the recall letter, claiming there is no such recall letter, and ... In general giving me the runaround.frankly, i'm mad as '!@#$%. This problem is a fire hazard, and ford is refusing to address it!!!!!what can i do??thanks!kes
Auto keeps catching on fire-this is the 2nd time.tt
Mss air flow sensor failed, causing vehicle to hesitate/stall.
No summary listed for abov evehicle.
I bought this car used from a ford dealer (holiday ford-blackburg, va) in 1/94 with 33,000 miles on the car.on 12/14/94 at 41,687 miles the car was brought to magic city ford with a gas leak.dealer said it was the fuel pump and said ford may cover the repair because this car had a recall for the fuel pump.ford did not honor the repair.i was told by the dealer that my car had already had the fuel pump replaced under ford recall #92s54 back in 11/92.my fuel pump failure, although it matched the description of the recall, would not be repaired by ford because it was already "fixed" back in 11/92.i paid the $212.39 bill.i sent a letter on 12/19/94 to ford customer relations.on 1/17/95 i was phoned by dave rivers of ford's customer assistance center and was told the same as what the dealer said (the vehicle had already had the recall repaired 11/92).now in 10/99 and at 75,000 miles the fuel pump has failed again.this time the failure left a puddle of gas in my garage and the fumes filled my house, forcing us to leave our house.i have in my possession the failed pump that was replaced in 12/94.i'll also have the other failed pump when i replace this latest failure.can the nhsta "recall" a recall - it doesn't appear as if the repair is any safer than the defect.
With regard fuel lines and throttle linkages;it ispossible vehicle hasboth of these problems so that i can have them fixed.is there anything else i should know about this car?it wasn't until yesterday that i found this great informational web-site that i came across this information.i thank you for your time and this great web-site.thank you. Dan & dawn mcmullan (719) 635-4917 and dan's cell phone (719) 338-2429.
I also have another 1991 escort with the same problem with the fuel pumpand wiring.both cars wires shorted where the wires go through the sending unit into the tank.there was evidence of arcing on the inside of the fueltank next to the fuelpump,why the fueltank didn't explode is beyond me.the ground wires were burned all the way under the dash, most of the items of the car don't work now . Oth cars fuelpumps shorted out where the wires go through
If i fill up my gas tank past 1/2, i get a strong fuel smell in the car.it is coming from the bottom of back seat.whom should i contact?what are my available courses of action?
Consumer states that the wiring assembly to the fuel pump has burned up 3x in the last month.dealer diagnosed problem as incorrect specified 30amp fuse for fuel pump.
An electrical short in the fuel pump caused the melting of the wire harness, resultin gin a fire.
Seatbelts: the motorized seat belt stick in the track, usually half way between open & close. Now they will not operate at all. I took one apart & the plastic covering the cable is deteriorating & causing the cable to stick. This is a safety issue that needs your attention immediately. You can have my seatbelt assemble for inspection, as i will have to purchase a new one for my spouse's safety.fuel: this car was not covered under the recall #92s54, as the produduction date was too early, but it has the identical problem. I have already corrected this problem with a new fuel pump assembly.you may have access to this part for your inspection as well.last but not least: headlight: cloudy, yellow, and do not allow light on the road. Very hazardous. I have noticed this is typical on a lot of different ford cars & trucks. I have purchased a set from the local wrecking yard, but do not have the headlight for you to inspect. I threw them away.
Fuel pump replaced.
Electrical short in the fuel pump, causing the vheicle to catch on fire.
The fuel pump wiring short out, causing the wiring to melt and catch fire. Please describe .
Strong gas smell noted inside the car. Found a puddle of gasoline under the back seat & on the ground. The seat was saturated in gas. Contacted ford customer assistance center. Spoke with nichole & her supervisor& we were told the car was 10 years old & out of warranty & there was nothing that they would do. I purchased a fuel pump assembly #fof5cz-9350-b @ $242.00 & replaced the pump myself as i was told that this vehicle missed the recall. There is no smell or leaks at this time. I saved the old parts for possible inspections later on when ford decides to correct their fuel problems, as there are many vehicles with this same problem viewed on the nhtsa website.
Fuel pump fails causing vehicle to stall without warning.
Consumer noticedfuel on the ground,the vehicle was taken to a mechanic, and it was discovered that gas had leaked out of the fuel line which connected to the tank.please provide any further information.the fuel tank and pump was replaced.
There was a short in the fuel t pump and caused a fire. The car was being driven at the time.
A crack in the fuel pump sending assembly caused fuel to leak onto the tailpipe and the back seat of the car.vehicle was not includedin recall # 92v117000. Repaires made at owner's expense at the dealership.
The defective fuel pump in the fuel tank cracked, causing fuel to leak out and causing a fire.
Vehicles fuel pump leaks vapors.tt
The fuel pump shorted out in the gas tank and melted the wire all the way to the dashboard.
While driving vehicle, it would stall or shut down, was informed it was electrical or fuel pump.
Fuel pump failed, and electrical wiring to fuel pump and wiring under dash melted. Also, two sets of wiring to headlights melted to bare wire. High current overheated the wiring. Contaced ford. And vehicle is almost totalled.provide further information...
An electrical short in the fuel pump assembly caused a fire in the engine compartmentwhichspread under the back seat of the vehicle. Dealer has not been contacted.
Fuel pump failed.
On 1/19/1999 i was stranded when the car would not start. My husband checked the fuel injection fuse and replaced it. He got it home and it refused to start.he then discovered a gas leak. We had it towed to lee adams tire and service center. They called us and told us that the fuel pump had been arcing and we were lucky to be alive. They said that because of the problem with the fuel pump, that they had to replace the pump, the automatic shutoffswitch, and the fuel relay switch, so far. It is now 1/24/1999 and i have had to rent a car at 60.00 a day out of pocket.i didn't know of the recall on my car until i got on the computer and checked your site. The dealer did not inform me of the recall. This is going to cost me 375.00 so far if they can get it fixed by monday 1/25/1999 and 240.00 in rental fees!what do i do now? thank you for your site, it was very helpful. Dw
Fuel pump failed, causing smoke.
Electrical fuel pump, sending unit tankhas an electrical short, causing the wiring to catch on fire.
Unprotected fuel pump motor circuit caused wires to burn due to an overdraw of power.
Leak in fuel system sending unit.
I filled out a previous complaint with the wrong vin. It seems as if the recall item for the fuel pump was for cars manufactured after april 1991 however the recall is on 91ford escorts i bought the car in mar.'91. Does it not apply?
On 1/19/1999 i was stranded when the car would not start. My husband checked the fuel injection fuse and replaced it. He got it home and it refused to start.he then discovered a gas leak. We had it towed to lee adams tire and service center. They called us and told us that the fuel pump had been arcing and we were lucky to be alive. They said that because of the problem with the fuel pump, that they had to replace the pump, the automatic shutoffswitch, and the fuel relay switch, so far. It is now 1/24/1999 and i have had to rent a car at 60.00 a day out of pocket.i didn't know of the recall on my car until i got on the computer and checked your site. The dealer did not inform me of the recall. This is going to cost me 375.00 so far if they can get it fixed by monday 1/25/1999 and 240.00 in rental fees!what do i do now? thank you for your site, it was very helpful. Dw
Strong odor of gasoline, carpeting in passenger side and trunk area has burnt, possible gasoline leaking from the tank.ttit has been determined by a private auto repair shop there was a hole in the fule line which was leaking onto exhaust and catching fire, due to this failure the engine is inoperative and carpet in trunk has to be replaced.
While driving on the highway the car caught fire,caused by the fuel pump electrical wiring.please describe.
While driving on the highway the car caught fire,caused by the fuel pump electrical wiring.please describe.
On 1/19/1999 i was stranded when the car would not start. My husband checked the fuel injection fuse and replaced it. He got it home and it refused to start.he then discovered a gas leak. We had it towed to lee adams tire and service center. They called us and told us that the fuel pump had been arcing and we were lucky to be alive. They said that because of the problem with the fuel pump, that they had to replace the pump, the automatic shutoffswitch, and the fuel relay switch, so far. It is now 1/24/1999 and i have had to rent a car at 60.00 a day out of pocket.i didn't know of the recall on my car until i got on the computer and checked your site. The dealer did not inform me of the recall. This is going to cost me 375.00 so far if they can get it fixed by monday 1/25/1999 and 240.00 in rental fees!what do i do now? thank you for your site, it was very helpful. Dw
Fuel switch in the tank activated. Yh
Due to the wiring harness that melted, causing cracks to develop on the solder joint of the fuel return sending unit which caused a fire (recall #92v117).manufacturer stated this vehicle is not under recall.
The fuel gauge is not working right; alsothe front suspension is off on the driver's side andseat belt retractor stopped working . Consumer states fuel guage reads full all the time, front wheel bounce while driving down the road or a vibrating sound, seat belt on driver's side stopped working.
Consumer noticedfuel on the ground,the vehicle was taken to a mechanic, and it was discovered that gas had leaked out of the fuel line which connected to the tank.please provide any further information.the fuel tank and pump was replaced.
Fuel pump assembly leaked fuel thru a screw, the screw was tight, possible the gasket under the screw diminished over time, the leak could at any time cause a fire.
Gas tank leak.
The gas tank is leaking when tank is filled.
Gas tank leaks.
Fuel leak from the seams of the fuel tank.
Fuel tank; fuel is leaking from the fuel tank,emitting a very bad odor/fumes in the vehicle.
The consumer purchased the car used,the recall had been repaired before hand.now the consumer is having problems with the fuel system that was repaired under that recall 92v117000.
After fillingfuel tank had noticed a fuel smell insidevehicle.also,after driving for while could still smell fuel.decided to check under vehicle, and found a fuel leak in tank that showed a crack above muffler.consumer contacted dealer.please provide more information.
Vehicle has been repaired under recall (mfr 92s54) in feb of 1993 due to a cracked solder joint. Problem has reoccured.
Recall # 92v117000fuel system. When the fuel tank is full or close to full, fuel leaks from the tank.problemcorrected under recall in december of 1992. The fuel tank has been leaking for about one month. Dealer not willingto correct problem free of charge.
Fuel gauge keeps registering full. Dealer notified and refused to repair unless cost goes to consumer.
Fuel tank; fuel is leaking from the fuel tank,emitting a very bad odor/fumes in the vehicle.
Defective fuel tank caused malfunctioning of gas gauge. Recall related. Please describe details.tt
After filling vehicle with fuel,and when driving consumer noticed a very bad fuel odor within the passenger's compartment. Checked vehicle and noticed fuel was leaking at the top of the tank, leaking onto the ground. Consumer has contacteddealer, dealer statedfuel tank needed to be replaced.
Fuel tank body assembly replaced.
When making a right turn there isa clunking noise coming from rear end because a weld separated near gas tank, could be a dangerous situation.
What we would like to know is if this is a recalled item is there a particular procedure for getting it repaired. And if we get it repaired other than at a ford service center can we be reimbursed. While driving on the highway the car seemed to go into neutral even though it's automatic. The fuel gauge is broken as well.
Strong odor of gasoline, carpeting in passenger side and trunk area has burnt, possible gasoline leaking from the tank.ttit has been determined by a private auto repair shop there was a hole in the fule line which was leaking onto exhaust and catching fire, due to this failure the engine is inoperative and carpet in trunk has to be replaced.
Gas cap door failed.
Fuel gauge failure, driver does not know how much gas is in vehicle.tt
The fuel gauge is not working right; alsothe front suspension is off on the driver's side andseat belt retractor stopped working . Consumer states fuel guage reads full all the time, front wheel bounce while driving down the road or a vibrating sound, seat belt on driver's side stopped working.
Vehicle was having the same problem as mentioned in recall#92v17000 concerning fuel tank. Dealer will not repair vehicle because it is not covered under recall due to vin.
Dashboard lights forrpms went out.
Dome light functions intermittently. *dsh
Rear driver's side door fails to open.
Starter kept engaging with engine running, wires underhood burned out, fuse still intact, no safety device to cut off switch.consumer statesthe starter solenoid was stuck in the closed position, even though the vehicle engine was running, this caused a strange sound under the hood, consumer shut off the ignition and removed the key, the starter continued to turn the engine, this happened three times in cold engine starts twice the starter disengaged after 3 or 4 mintues after the fourth time it then returned to normal as consumer kept driving to the stop, the next morning mechanic started it up and the wires were burned and charred and other damage occured including the tachometer.
Speedometer cable is leaking fluid and has to be replaced.operation ofspeedometer has not been affected by this problem.the consumer said, the first rplacement wastraded back in for another replacement due to itnot working. The second replacement is in the vehicle now still allows it to leak.
Consumer was driving vehicle on street, stopped at traffic light, light changed, vehiclewould not move./ repairman informed consumer thata part in transmissionworeout, causing vehicle not to move.
Owners gt series has had (3) complete transmissions replaced. Vehicle hesitates/stumbles severly. Please describe details.tt
Transmission failed/replaced, replacement slips.
Owners gt series has had (3) complete transmissions replaced. Vehicle hesitates/stumbles severly. Please describe details.tt
Automatic transmission failure.tt
Transmission failure.
Automatic transmission has malfunction at 73k, gears will not engage.tt
What we would like to know is if this is a recalled item is there a particular procedure for getting it repaired. And if we get it repaired other than at a ford service center can we be reimbursed. While driving on the highway the car seemed to go into neutral even though it's automatic. The fuel gauge is broken as well.
While driving vehicle overheated. The fuel tank leaked fuel & the vehicle caught on fire. Happened once before. The transmission was short cutted for repairs. The dealership knew vehicle had caught fire before, but never informed present owner.
Transmission replaced.
Transmission slips.
At 39k the vehicle just stopped, the engine kept running but the vehicle would not move, the transmission froze up.tt
Car wouldn't stay in park sometimes, it was slipping when it shifted and finally quit, with trans. Fluid running out.
Vehicle downshifts on its own.
Transmission failed.
Transmission failure, also replaced torque converter.
Automatic transmission lockup completely while driving, need to replace transmission.tt
While drivig something involving the gear slipped inside the transmission which broke the case and the shaft. The automatic transmission fluid leaked in the road, and that is a safty defect. The dealer isaware of the transmission problem, andwill not fix this problem.
Auto-tran: gear level does not shift into drive after vehicle has been parked overnight.tt
Consumer put vehicle in park postion on an incline, consumer got out of vehicle,and vehicle started to roll backwards.gear shift was still in park.
The car starts all by itself while sitting in the car without the key into the ignition. Consumer states engine and starter could not be stopped with the keys, consumer had to go to nearest dealer to ull the battery cable to stop the engine, ignition switch had to be replaced,the starter was burned out, relay switch had to be replaced and starter coil.
The car starts all by itself while sitting in the car without the key into the ignition. Please describe.
Torque converter failed, causing transmission to fail. *dh
Transmission failure, also replaced torque converter.
Torque converter failed.
Intermittent transaxle failures, causing difficulty shifting out of low gear when first started, also would not shift after stop when vehicle was warm.*skd
Transaxle replaced.*skd
Son driving vehicle to school, vehicle stopped for no reason, restarted vehicle, son saw pieces of metal on ground, tow person located hole in transaxle.
Cv joints replaced twice, and bearing.tt
Cv joints replaced twice, and bearing.tt
Transaxle exploded/fell off. *sd
Transmission failed prior to recall due to insufficient lubrication to differential and side gears, casuing gear wear/failure.*skd
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the vehicle will stick in park and will not shift gears causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ts
The automatic seat belts do not work.tt
I was involved in a little accident. I was going 20 mph on impact and my automatic seat belt broke out of the track.i was not seriously hurt but could have been crippled.what can i do? my seat belt and track are now junk and i am worried about driving a ford again because of the seat belt thing.
The driver's side shoulder restraint in the '91 escort attaches to a sliding mechanism above the door window.this mechanism moves forward when the door is opened to free the driver and retractsto secure the driver when the door is closed.ours is now broken.ford disclaims any responsibility for repairing this necessary safety feature. Dwp.
Driver's side automatic shoulder belt did not hold driver during a collision. Driver's chest hit the rim of the steering wheel, resulting in an injury.
Seatbelts: the motorized seat belt stick in the track, usually half way between open & close. Now they will not operate at all. I took one apart & the plastic covering the cable is deteriorating & causing the cable to stick. This is a safety issue that needs your attention immediately. You can have my seatbelt assemble for inspection, as i will have to purchase a new one for my spouse's safety.fuel: this car was not covered under the recall #92s54, as the produduction date was too early, but it has the identical problem. I have already corrected this problem with a new fuel pump assembly.you may have access to this part for your inspection as well.last but not least: headlight: cloudy, yellow, and do not allow light on the road. Very hazardous. I have noticed this is typical on a lot of different ford cars & trucks. I have purchased a set from the local wrecking yard, but do not have the headlight for you to inspect. I threw them away.
Motorized seat belt failed to restrain driver during collision, causing injury. *sd
Motorized seat belt track cable broke, making the driver's shoulder belt inoperable.
Vehicles front passengers seat belt will sometimes work and sometimes will notthe seat belt will stop half way when trying to open the door.
Retractors onfront driver and passenger side seatbelts have gotten stuck and no longer function. Dealer has repaireddriver's side.
Shoulder belt released during an accident.tt
Motorized shoulder straps tightened too much and too quickly almost strangling driver's wife; also, starter , situated in a "heat sink" beneath manifold/next to firewall, overheated and burned itself out.
Driver's side shoulder belt lockedhalfway down track, prior to failure the belt rarely worked as it was intended to.
Driver's side automatic seat belts are not working properly, seat belts are stuck in place. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.
While driving, at approx. 60mph, suddenly automatic shoulder harness began to tighten, strpping to back of seat, to release had to open door.
While driving, at approx. 60mph, suddenly automatic shoulder harness began to tighten, strpping to back of seat, to release had to open door.
Driver passive restraints: seat belt on driver side is inoperative, motor stopped working belt is jammed. Took vehicle in for repair and they say it was jammmed and they had to repalce the entire unit.
Track gets stuck about halfway and the seat belt light stays on. Consumer not strapped in safely. Belt does not go back properly. When track is all the way back, it has to be released manually. Dealer contacted and no warranty. Repairs would be a owners expense. Problem still exists. Provide further information.
Automatic safety belt locked in opened position due to motor failure.tt
Motorized seat belt malfunctioned.(1st vehicle on 601623)
Passenger'a automaticseat belt stopped working. Wires were hanging out of the cable at the door. The wires were coated with grease. Had contacted manufacturer & dealer &was informed nothing could be done. The vehicle was out of warranty.
Consumer was putting on driver's side shoulder seat belt and noticed it pulled only halfway. Dealer said it was not safety related.the shoulder harness which is electronically operated failed .it is safety hazard and illegal to operate the vehicle under this condition.
Seat belt ondriver's side fails to operate properly. Wheneverdoor is openedbelt does not move. Remains in one position.motor is not working. Would need to hit the emergency release to get in or out of the driver's seat. Taking vehicle to dealership.
The automatic shoulder belt on the driver's side is stuck in the middle of the retractor. The automatic shoulder belt on the passenger's side is stuck in the closed position.
Driver seatbelt stopped in the middle of the door track, seatbelt does not function.tt
Getting into vehicle, the motorized belt failed to work; took vehicle to dealership, informed it happens all the times & costs $400 to fix.
Consumer was involved in a head-on collision traveling 20 to 30 mph, and upon impact the motorized shoulder belt failed to engage, causing the occupant to be pushed into the steering wheel. Also hit the windshield.
Driver's/passenger's motorizedseat belts jammed, preventing the seat belts from traveling along the path from an open to a closed/secure position. Replaced the motorized belts.
Motor track defective; seat belt does not come back on driver; upon impact, driver could be thrown forward into dash/windshield.tt
Vehicle was parked with both doors opened, and right side automatic seat belt came back, trapping 7-year old child, who sustained bruises on his throat and neck. Rear belt was replaced, but failed again within 6 months. In addition, driver's seat belt got caught half way in track and no longer works.
Passive restraint seat belts failed 3 times.
Driver's motor belt tracking failed.
Motorized seat belts inoperative.lap belt does not restrain.
The front driver seat belt is jam consumer had a problem passenger side jam push the emergency it go back to postion driver side will not reset.tt
Electronic seatbelt does not work, this is a hazard, if i have a wreck, i'm a gonner!
Stu tischler reports. All seat belts,shoulder and lap, don't restrain the passenger in all positions. They give when tugged on. Dealer is not aware of the problem, and problem still exists. Provide further information.
Driver's shoulder/lap belt cable popped out of track while in use; grease leaked out of cable; speed 50 mph; shoulder harness no longer works.tt
Difficulty obtaining locking clip to secure child safety seat in vehicle.*aw
When entering vehicle the belt will not retract or slide for the lock down position for entry, now the belt does not work properly. The driver'sside motorized shoulder belt is not working properly.
Driver's sideseat belt will not retract because the cable is defective.manufacturer has been notified.
Upon turning on ignition, automatic seat belt moves forward only midway then stops, won't go around driver, also wires are hanging out.tt
Automatic seat belt has come out of the holder and has fallen down. Nm
Front seat track replaced.
Driver automatic seat belt track stopped mid door, need to replace track.tt
Driver automatic seat belt will not work. Sometimes whendoor is opened, not allowingperson to get out, and a noise could be heard, likeit was still working. But,won't work. Same problem started happening on the passenger's side.the cable in the body frame broken creating a chocke hazard for the child.
Automatic passive restraint system failed to operate when opening the door.mechanism jammed, and had to be manually disconnected to get in and out of the vehicle.
Automatic shoulder belt is stuck forward and won't retract out of forward position.
The front seat belts were inoperative.the vehicle came equipped with the automatic seat belts, the seat belts failed in the open position.*scc
Consumer states that the seat belt will not retract back into position and it could cause the seat belt to be defective in the event of and accident. Dealer notified. Ph
Lost control on wet road hit tree head-on and seat belt came out of track allowed driver to be decapitated.
I called ford recall inq. Info. I was advised not recall, i would need to pay for repairs. No safety defect mentioned within summary.
Seat belt failed to secure driver during a rearend accident, resulting in extensive neck/shoulder/chest injuries and a broken sternium.
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Vehicle fire due to failure of the wiring in the seat belt mechanism.
Driver side seat belt malfunctioned. Yh
Seat belts failed.
Drivers and passengerside lap/shoulder belt will not retract, lock in the guide loop.tt
Seatbelts perform poorly.
Lap belt buckle fails to latch.
Failure of driver's seat belt, consumer was involved in an accident and the seat belt did not lock, causing the driver to hit the steering wheel.
While traveling about 50mph and without prior warning consumer's vehiclehit another vehicle frombehind,and driver side strap broke from the frame of the seat belt.
Purchase car new the driver side seat belt retractor stopped working.tt
The seat belt does not retract on the driver's side. The belt is stucked in the middle of retractor.the problem has not been corrected.
The shoulder belt on the driver's side will not retract. The belt is stuck in the back position and will not come forward. The owner replaced the belt 2 years ago for the same problem. The problem has not been corrected at this time.
Driver's automatic shoulderbelt would not retract back to the locking position.consumer is unable to wear the seat belt properly.
Purchase car new the driver side seat belt retractor stopped working .tt
Lap/shoulder belt will not retract.tt
The fuel gauge is not working right; alsothe front suspension is off on the driver's side andseat belt retractor stopped working . Consumer states fuel guage reads full all the time, front wheel bounce while driving down the road or a vibrating sound, seat belt on driver's side stopped working.
Drivers lap/shoulder will not retract.tt
Driver's restraint does not retract on the anchors and the passenger's restraint does not release .dealer will be notified. *ml
On country road, hit a patch of ice, car slid and rolled over; shoulder belt came loose during accident. *aqk
On country road, hit a patch of ice, car slid and rolled over; shoulder belt came loose during accident. *aqk
The drivers shoulder belt did not restrain driver in an accidet/hit steering wheel with chest. Tt
On country road, hit ice, lost control of car, car rolled, driver was thrown; shoulder belt came loose during accident.
Wiring under rear seat caught fire.tt
Driver's seat back rest is broken, won't lock upright, back rest lays back.tt
Vehicle was rear ended anddriver's seatback collapsed completely. Manufacturer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Driver's seat back rest is broken, won't lock upright, back rest lays back.tt
Ea95-016 active, abs brake fails, leaks fluid out reservoir.tt
Abs anti-lock keep on failing.tt
Brakes replaced.
While driving, at approx 15mph, suddenly engine surged then accelerated out of control, brakes seemed ineffective.tt
Brake failure, when brakes were applied experience extended stopping distance, impact 12:00 position speed unknown.tt
Upon applying the brakespedal went to the floor, and the vehicle rearended another vehicle. Dealer could not find the cause.
There is loud thumping noise coming from the front wheels, mostly the right when the brakes are applied. Please describe details.
Fatality involving 1991 ford escort. *mr the consumers aunt was driving and was severely injured and the consumers mother was killed in the accident.the consumer requested to know if the vehicle was checked or corrected for the problem.(inspect the bolt length before driven or demonstrated or delivered the vehicle until they have been inspected)this was the consumer's aunt's first accident until the problem with the accelerator.the throttle linkage was possibly defective.recall#90v076000 *scthere was also a leakage present at the right front brake caliper upon inspection.
Location of fuel line which is near sway bar area on vehicle causes fuel lines to develop pin holes, resulting in fuel leak.
The contact owns a 1991 ford escort lx.the contact poured brake fluid into the power steering reservoir.she took her vehicle to a mechanic to have the vehicle bled.the mechanic replaced the power steering pump without authorization, and now the vehicle is spewing forth power steering fluid.the alternator was lopsided and its screws were missing.the motor mount was removed and the contact does not know the reason.when she arrived home and turned off the vehicle, it failed to restart after many attempts.the mechanic stated that he would send a tow, but one never arrived.the failure mileage was 101,000.
Screw at base of steeringcolumn came loose. Causing loss of steering control. Please describe other problems.tt
Steering wheel unexpectedly locks up during normal operation of vehicle while idling or traveling 40 mph around a long curve. Dealership has not examinedvehicle to determine the cause of problem, andwas not showing this vehicle being included in recall campaign 93v057000 (ignition: anti-theft).please provide any additional information / documentation.
The draper pulley broke and snapped, causing power steering belt to brake, resulting in no power steering.please provide further information.
Their are three brake lights.fromwithin the center light there was smoke coming outbecause brake light melted the plastic. Also, dealer replaced both steering tie rods.
Right front tie rod broke.
Pins that hold the tie rod in place were not located on this vehicle at the time of purchase, consumer was not aware. While driving down the highwy at 35-40 mph the bolt disengaged, causing the steering to lock up, and loss of steering. The dealer has been contacted.
Steering failed completely due to outer tie rod failing, resulting in loss of control/crash.this is the second occurrence of complete failure.
Inner tie rod failed, resulting in loss of control.
Right front tie rod broke due to wear.
While exiting off a ramp at 35mph the vehicle made a clunking noise, and the left front tire turned inward and locked up. Dealer said the vehicle needed pins and bolts for the rod.
Consumer stated when driving at 30 to 35 mph the right front tie rod end broke without warning, causing the vehicle to come to a rapid stop.
Also, my escort has had a water leak for the past two years.when i contact key for, i was told that no other reports of this kind had been made.when i contacted a local body shop, i was told that this was common in escorts and that the ford company was aware of this, but no effort was being done to correct it.in the meantime, i run around with a caths litter box in my car so when it rains most of the water gets in the litter box and not on my floor board.have any reports of this nature been made?
Power door locks don't work properly. Also, ignition lock moves around and key doesn't work properly.
Doors won't close properly.
Rear passenger side door will not open from outside.tt
Front drive axle problems cause front end to shake/rattle, making it very difficult to steer. *dh
The fuel gauge is not working right; alsothe front suspension is off on the driver's side andseat belt retractor stopped working . Consumer states fuel guage reads full all the time, front wheel bounce while driving down the road or a vibrating sound, seat belt on driver's side stopped working.
The steering wheel was very hard to turn. There was a recall 94e019000which described the exact problem, the consumer's vehicle experienced.
Car is pulling to the right, this makes it hard to steer vehicle.
Steering column came apart and the shaft was loose causing steering difficulty prior to recall notice. (91e-019)
Right rear control arm broke due to corrosion.
Consumer put grocery in the back of vehicle, and noticedrear end riding low, and was making a clunking noise.consumer took a look underneath and noticedrear spring broke and shifted inward of vehicle. Consumer found out from junkyard that it was a common problem with escorts.
The trailing armseparated from vehicle, causing loss of control.
The rear springs broke. Had no warning. Had taken vehicle in for service & was informed by mechanic, who noticed the broken rear springs. There was no problem with the front springs. The rear springs were replaced.
Tire size 175r7013, replacement tire, dot number not available, tires have 40 thousand miles on them, and have eighty percent of tread life available. Consumer has noticed bubbles forming on both driver side and passenger side tires.
Tires failed causing accident.
I was driving on 295 not sure north or south, getting ready to get of the highway at exit 11. At the beginning of the exit they where a pot hole in the road, i hit the pothole and put a big dent in my front right rim (rims where custom16" x 7") then tire went flat.
Bald front tires/rear tire tread separation, also misalignment.
No summary liste dfor this vehicle.
Car engine started to accelerate while person was driving brakes were applied but car still continued to move. Person hit car an hill then car stopped.
Sudden acceleration resulting in a collision.
The gas pedal went to the floor caused consumer to have a near accident.tt
Pulling intoa yardvehicle took off and crashed into the garage.
Cruise control locked up. Causing vehicle to accelerate, resulting in loss of control/accident.
With regard fuel lines and throttle linkages;it ispossible vehicle hasboth of these problems so that i can have them fixed.is there anything else i should know about this car?it wasn't until yesterday that i found this great informational web-site that i came across this information.i thank you for your time and this great web-site.thank you. Dan & dawn mcmullan (719) 635-4917 and dan's cell phone (719) 338-2429.
The accelerator stuck to the floor causing the vehicle to be in full throttle. This occurred while stopped at a traffic light. Fortunately it was a manual transmission and out of gear when the incident happened. I had stomped on the gas pedal by mistake. I searched the floor and engine compartment for anything that may have prevented the accelerator from disengaging and found no apparent reason for the phenomenon.
Possible cause of accident in parking lot re nhtsa campaign no: 90v076000 never was notified by dealer or ford motors.
Throttle position sensor failed, causing vehicle to become stuck in 3rd gear and high rpms when driving 60-65 mph.*skd
Cruice control malfunctioned, causing vehicle to accelerate, resulting in loss of control/accident.
While driving, at approx 15mph, suddenly engine surged then accelerated out of control, brakes seemed ineffective.tt
Throttle position sensor failed, causing engine light to come on.
Was easing into parking space with foot on brake pedal when vehicle suddenly revved up & then shot up the hill. Vehicle failed to stop even with foot on brakes.when vehicle finally stopped at a curb, driver backed down the hill and back into a parking space.
Interference occurs between the bolt that secures a fuel line shield to the lower portion of the dash panel and the accelerator pedal.vehicle not included in recall 90vo76000 due to vin.please give any further details.
Gas pedal got caught under poorly designed floor mat, causing accelerator to stick.
Accelerator sticks.
Fatality involving 1991 ford escort. *mr the consumers aunt was driving and was severely injured and the consumers mother was killed in the accident.the consumer requested to know if the vehicle was checked or corrected for the problem.(inspect the bolt length before driven or demonstrated or delivered the vehicle until they have been inspected)this was the consumer's aunt's first accident until the problem with the accelerator.the throttle linkage was possibly defective.recall#90v076000 *scthere was also a leakage present at the right front brake caliper upon inspection.
Throttle stuck prior to recall. (90v-076))
Accelerator pedal stuck at full throttle and brakes would not stop vehicle.
While driving on highway rear window came out. Had no prior warning. Contacted manufacturer & informed consumer that warranty has expired. Nothing can be done about the rear window.
Windshield wipers fail intermittently.
Windshield wipers failed.
Hub caps never stayed on the rims always fell off defective.
Car was taken to the dealer to be fixed after an accident and noticed that lugs: nuts and bolts were missing from the car.
I was driving on 295 not sure north or south, getting ready to get of the highway at exit 11. At the beginning of the exit they where a pot hole in the road, i hit the pothole and put a big dent in my front right rim (rims where custom16" x 7") then tire went flat.
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