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I was in a accident on the 105fwy west, going between 15-25 mph in moderate morning traffic.i hit the back of a car, slammed my face against the steering wheel, and severely damaged my front hood, bumper and engine, which has been totaled out!my air bags failed to deploy! its a 2001 ford escort, never been in a accident, and i have neck, back, and severe jaw pain.
While driving 20 moh vehicle was involved in a collision, airbag did not deploy. Dealer notified.
Consumer stopped at a red light when another vehicle rearendedconsumer's vehicle and pushed her intovehicle in front. Neither airbag deployed. Consumer hit her head on steering wheel. Vehicle was totalled, other vehicles affected by this accident had deployed airbags.
I was in a accident on the 105fwy west, going between 15-25 mph in moderate morning traffic.i hit the back of a car, slammed my face against the steering wheel, and severely damaged my front hood, bumper and engine, which has been totaled out!my air bags failed to deploy! its a 2001 ford escort, never been in a accident, and i have neck, back, and severe jaw pain.
The vehicle was involved in a frontal collision, and the air bags failed to deploy.
After rear ending a trailer at 55 mph air bags did not deploy.dealership was notifed, but was unable to resolve the problem.
Front end collision totaling ford escort zx2 without deployment of air bags.
I hit a guardrail going 55 mph and then proceeded to be thrown down a hill into a field and my air bags did not deploy.i was curious as to why this happened--thanks.
While slowing down to stop at a red light, the driver's air bag deployed inadvertently.as a result, the driver's visibility was impaired, causing him to crash into another vehicle.*sc
I was involved in a very minor accident with only paint damage to my front bumper.the other vehicle also had only paint damage.i was stopped and the other vehicle scraped mine at a speed of maybe 25 mph.my airbags depoyed and caused more damage than the accident itself.
I was at the store with my son (12 years old) and my grandson (3 years old), when we went to leave the key would not turn and the steering wheel was locked up. It was very cold outside, after about an hour i got ahold of someone to come pick us up. When i got home i did some internet research and found out this is a common issue and no recall? no car, can't pick my daughter up at her friend's house (she is stranded), can't take my grandson home and have to figure out a way to work tomorrow. This is a major safety issue leaving people stranded without warning. Especially if there are health issues or children involved. My dad is 73 and loves ford, he was surprised and disappointed about this also. What is ford thinking?.. Greed and money.
I currentlyown 2 (two) 2001 ford escort se. Both have the same electrical fire hazard and i have had to replace the blower motor resistor connector, blower motor resistor as well as the wiring harnesses and connector, the connectors melted and wiring burnt up.
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the door light and the brake lights on the back of the vehicle. Dealer was not contacted at the present time. Mr
On several attempts to fix my vehicle i still haven't found the trouble until i saw the recall list, i have had trouble with my shifter, air flow device for idle, to my back light on the top shorting out, to stall with engine light on and not be able to find the problem, i have spent a lot of time and money on these problems and was never notified about parts going wrong on my car, i have a escort 2001 zx2. Now it make a weird sound when driving slow! i have put new brakes on it and the problem is still there.
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The vehicle experienced stalling problems.*scc
There was a fast idle, vibration in steering wheel, burning smell coming from the engine, and the vehicle stalled along with the fast idle.the service dealer stated the vehicle had run fine.after five attempts to remedy the problem, and after being told repeatedlythe vehicle ran normally, the consumer would like a full refund.the pcv was replaced, and the vehicle had run perfect until the fast idle had returned along with the vibrations which irritated the consumer which caused headaches after 20 miles of driving.the valve assembly/crankcase ventilation regulator was replaced as well. Mrscc
2001 escort. Bought in fall from hertz. Have had new platnum plugs installed. But car continues to cut off when leaving from a stopped positon such as a stop sign, light, and left turn lane. Cut off 2 days ago when starting from a stop sign. Had plenty of time from on comming cars. Stalled in hwy and a tractor trailer truck had to brake and i almost lost my life. Did same thing several days ago from a left turn lane. Went to young ford about it running rough and stalling. Ser mgr stated they do that and that is the reason they stopped making them. Have had trouble sinc i bought it. You cant tell much about a car with a short demo ride. Bought 9/25/02
The rear of the vehicle has a crack in the frame.please fill in additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem.ph
My car shakes, rattles and rolls -thinks it's elvis.
In aug. 2003, i purchased a 2001 ford escort, only a short time after having it (2 weeks) vehicle engine died while at stop light.this has happened repeatedly, it is now november, and my local dealership has had my car more than i have since purchase in august.continually tell me "there is nothing wrong with it."they installed a device to monitor the times when it dies, they serve people have driven it and it has died on them, they continue to say they do not know how to fix it.also, i have been on the interstate with cruise control set and vehicle suddenly accelerates.have not gotten any satisfaction from my local dealer, they have put approximately 2500 miles on my car, more than i have had a chance to put on it!!i would like either a comparable car or a full refund.this has been very frustrating. I have even been told i exaggerated the severity!the engine stalled in the middle of an intersection of a busy street. This vehicle was still under warranty at the first hint of a problem, this has drug on for 3 months now, with still no answers, and i am afraid to drive my car. *la
I have a 2001 ford escort zx2. Ive had it a little over a year now. This reoccurring problem is getting very frustrating. When i start my car it sounds like its getting ready to die. It just struggles at very low rpm.i don't know if there is a way to adjust the idle but is there a fix?
Consumer has to add 1 quart of oil every 500 miles becauseengine (2.0) runs hot and smokes.vehicle at the time had 1,285 miles on it.dealer replaced the hgo valve, but the problem hasn't been corrected.consumer drove 5 miles, and it overheated sincehgo valve was put in.dealer has no remedy.
Consumer states while traveling at 45 mph the vehicles engine suddenly died without warning. Consuemr states that the power steering, and brakes were really hard to operate. Nlm
Consumer has to add 1 quart of oil every 500 miles becauseengine (2.0) runs hot and smokes.vehicle at the time had 1,285 miles on it.dealer replaced the hgo valve, but the problem hasn't been corrected.consumer drove 5 miles, and it overheated sincehgo valve was put in.dealer has no remedy.
Consumer complained about astalling problem.when applying the brakes at a stop sign or red light vehicle shimmied, and thenstalled. When trying to accelerate vehicle shook.
Consumer complained aboutengine attachment problem. The tension tightner which held the serpentine belt fell off, and the engine shut off.
The contact owns a 2001 ford escort purchased april 2002. The rear coil springs, struts, and egr valve were placed at an expense of $870.00. After the repair the front coil springs, and struts failed, they then added that this failure was common for her model type. The failure and current mileages were under 59,000.updated 11/23/09. *lj updated 11/24/09
Our 2001 escort zx2 has had many issues. Most recent was the license plate light catching fire. Now the headlight switch which controls headlights and brightest and turn signals had a short. Car can not be drove at night. I am concerned about this. Also a while back there was a burned wire in the steering column.
After starting the vehicle, the consumerheard a popping noise from the rear of the vehicle. Thevehicle was towed to the dealership and the consumer was informed of a fuel pump problem.
2001 ford escort 4-door477-lxx.i had started up my car and backed out of the driveway when my car refused to run.i tried turning it over several times but to no avail.so i contacted a mechanic, who towed the car in for diagnosis.he called me today with the following:there was defective wiring on fuel pump housing of my car.the fuel pump was from the factory according to the mechanic.one set of4 terminals on the pump wereangled back properly, but the other set of 4 were straight so that the terminals were almost touching.the positive and negative terminals on the two center terminals of the straight set were fused upon inspection. Had shorted out the fuel pump.the insulation was burned off, and the mechanic assumed that the two positive and negative terminalsprobably had been arcing above the gas tank each time the car started since it left the factory, since the fuel pump had been basically untouched.this problem could have caused a violent explosion of gas in the fuel tank, and killed both me and my mother, and possibly burned our house down.this problem was repaired by the mechanic by bending the terminals back to their proper position.
The brake light illuminated on the dash board.
The contact owns 2001 ford escort. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift out of park after engine startup. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the shifter and shift console needed to be replaced. The contact also mentioned that the rear passenger seat belt was twisted and causing the seat belt to not lock properly. The manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 35,000 and the current mileage was 75,000.
2001 escort. Bought in fall from hertz. Have had new platnum plugs installed. But car continues to cut off when leaving from a stopped positon such as a stop sign, light, and left turn lane. Cut off 2 days ago when starting from a stop sign. Had plenty of time from on comming cars. Stalled in hwy and a tractor trailer truck had to brake and i almost lost my life. Did same thing several days ago from a left turn lane. Went to young ford about it running rough and stalling. Ser mgr stated they do that and that is the reason they stopped making them. Have had trouble sinc i bought it. You cant tell much about a car with a short demo ride. Bought 9/25/02
Failure of automatic transmission shifter safety interlock to function as intended.the shifter could be moved out of 'park' at any time. Condition caused by play on the selector shaft and dried lubrication.
The transmission shifter can change gears without the brake being engaged. Ts *nlm*dt
I was driving on the freeway at 70 mph, as traffic slowed to 45 mph i shifted from 5th to 4th and car stalled.
When shifting from park to drive, car sometimes is in neutral instead. Then must go back to park and to drive again.
While driving on the hwy at 70mph traffic started slowing, at about 45 mph i shifted out of 5th and into 4th. When i did this the car stalled.
When shifting from park to drive, car sometimes is in neutral instead.then must go back to park and to drive again.flushed transmission and replaced fluid and this has cut down on occurrences.
Transmission failed after 59,039 (vehicle would move forward when transmission selector in park or reverse position, could not get vehicle to move backward in any selector position).transmission is being "rebuilt" by a national transmission shop.
The contact owns a 2001 ford escort. The contact stated that the shift anti- lock actuator failed and the vehicle would not shift out of park. The vehicle was repaired october 24, 2003 when the dealer replaced the shifter and the cable assembly. The contact stated that the failure recurred. In addition, the contact stated that the rear passenger seat belt did not work properly and that the shoulder strap would not buckle properly. The failure mileage was 75,000.the abs light would randomly illuminate. Updated 12/15/11updated 12/28/11*ljthe right rear seat belt was twisted, which made it inoperable, the brake shift inter-lock malfunctioned and the consumer was unable to shift the from park to drive. Updated 03.12.12
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Consumer states that transmission changes from drive to neutral, and from neutral to drive with out engaging brake.consumer is concerned for small children that may try to put vehicle in gear.please provide nay further information. Mr
I was driving at 70 mph on the hwy, traffic started slowing at 50m mph i pushed in the clutch shifted out of fifth and into fouth. With my foot still on the clutch the car stalled at 45 - 50 mph.
The contact owns 2001 ford escort. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift out of park after engine startup. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the shifter and shift console needed to be replaced. The contact also mentioned that the rear passenger seat belt was twisted and causing the seat belt to not lock properly. The manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 35,000 and the current mileage was 75,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford escort. The contact stated that the shift anti- lock actuator failed and the vehicle would not shift out of park. The vehicle was repaired october 24, 2003 when the dealer replaced the shifter and the cable assembly. The contact stated that the failure recurred. In addition, the contact stated that the rear passenger seat belt did not work properly and that the shoulder strap would not buckle properly. The failure mileage was 75,000.the abs light would randomly illuminate. Updated 12/15/11updated 12/28/11*ljthe right rear seat belt was twisted, which made it inoperable, the brake shift inter-lock malfunctioned and the consumer was unable to shift the from park to drive. Updated 03.12.12
The metal piece under the driver seat broke, causing the driver seat to rock back and forward while driving.the bracket, which attached to the sliding mechanism, broke on the bottom of the seat.
Consumer complained about a problem with driver's side seat.the bolts that secured the seat position broke. Since the 36,000 miles warranty expired fordwould not repairvehicle without full payment. Consumer had the seat repaired at an after market repair shop.
Consumer states that noise would be coming from underneath the vehicle while driving and or applying brakes. Dealernotified and informed and that the front brake rotors and caliper needed to be replace.provide further information. Ts
The contact owns a 2001 ford escort. The contact stated that the shift anti- lock actuator failed and the vehicle would not shift out of park. The vehicle was repaired october 24, 2003 when the dealer replaced the shifter and the cable assembly. The contact stated that the failure recurred. In addition, the contact stated that the rear passenger seat belt did not work properly and that the shoulder strap would not buckle properly. The failure mileage was 75,000.the abs light would randomly illuminate. Updated 12/15/11updated 12/28/11*ljthe right rear seat belt was twisted, which made it inoperable, the brake shift inter-lock malfunctioned and the consumer was unable to shift the from park to drive. Updated 03.12.12
I was stopping for a traffic light.i slowed down and was coasting to the light.when i pressed down on the brake it made a loud noise and didnt stop.i put my left foot on top of my right foot on the brake and pressed down as hard as i could. It still wouldnt stop. I finally managed to get it into park. It stopped the car inches away from the car in front of me. After the light changed, i sat there not able to move.finally i had to.i moved a little tested the brakes and they worked.i went to the next light turned off and went shopping to calm down before trying to drive home. I was going to take the car in on mon 8/12/2002 to have it checked.i went to my drs office first.i didnt have my foot on the gas.i had braked the car to slow it down.when i pressed down on the brake that sound started again the car roared and got faster.i was trying to push it into gear, but it hit before i could do it.i reversed it got off the wall.the brakes worked fine. The air bag didnt open up the front is badly damaged the dealer could give an estimate at least 2000 but it will be more. They couldnt find anything wrong with the brakes. That is scary, they are going to fix the body but it will be like a death trap not knowing when the brakes might fail.i was in that car both times.i was not in a hurry; everything was fine until that noise started. I was not going fast both times that it happened the car was coasting i had braked to slow down.then that loud sound and the car just took over refusing to stop.i was there and i scared me badly. I was there and i scared me badly. Has this happened to some one else???
The contact owns a 2001 ford escort.when the contact depressed the brake pedal, the vehicle dramatically surged forward and crashed into another vehicle.she took her vehicle to the dealer and they repaired the coil spring in the brake pedal, along with other cosmetic repairs.one month later, while attempting to park the vehicle into a parking space, it surged forward again and crashed into a pipe.the air bags deployed and the vehicle sustained moderate damage.an investigator from her insurance company is in the process of inspecting the vehicle.the contact has pictures of the vehicle.a police report was filed.the current and failure mileages were 115,000.
While driving the steering bolt became loose which caused the steering wheel to jump around.this made it difficult for the consumer to steer the vehicle.*nlm when at a stop light or at idle, the vehicle would vibrate badly and the consumer had to place the vehicle in neutral.when the windows were half way down, they would rattle terribly.the consumer was concerned they may shatter.the headlights bounced around at night, on the vehicle in front of the consumer and had been confronted about the distraction.ford said it was normal.the vehicle had been in for the vibration since purchase.the motor mounts in the vehicle were changed for a second time. *scc
While driving 40 mph steering failed, vehicle hit guardrail. Consumer is awaiting for ford inspector to inspect vehicle, however no response from home office as of yet, consumer states possible problem with rack and pinion,one person was injured in the accident.
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When the brakes were applied, the steering column locked up.
The contact owns a 2001 ford escort. The contact stated that in 2006 the rack and pinion was replaced.the contact stated that she is responsible for paying the repair cost. The failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 02/02/10updated 02/05/10.
While driving 40 mph steering failed, vehicle hit guardrail. Consumer is awaiting for ford inspector to inspect vehicle, however no response from home office as of yet, consumer states possible problem with rack and pinion,one person was injured in the accident.
The vehicle vibrated while in idle and driving.the vibration caused the dashboard to crack.the vibration also caused poor visibility in the mirrors. The problemwas undetermined.
The electronic door locks were jammed. I could not use the remote to unlock the doors or manually with the key either. Took my escape to the dealership, and it has taken 4 weeks to fix.it still is not fixed. While my escape is still in service, i receiv
The vehicle vibrated severely.
Vehicle pulled toleft at all times/ any speed. Dealer did wheel alignment, not remedy. Second dealer checked wheel alignment twice,but did not remedy. Finally told consumer he test drove 5 escort's on his lot, all automatic models pulled to the left, standart models do not. Nothing he could do to remedy problem.
The car is a 2001 ford escort zx2. The car is not working properly, shakes (very stronly) and is turning off by itself why driving. I had complained on several ocassions to ford (midway ford isuzu) 8100 west flagler, and they dont seem to get the problem. Please help me!!!!!!!!!!
While driving the steering bolt became loose which caused the steering wheel to jump around.this made it difficult for the consumer to steer the vehicle.*nlm when at a stop light or at idle, the vehicle would vibrate badly and the consumer had to place the vehicle in neutral.when the windows were half way down, they would rattle terribly.the consumer was concerned they may shatter.the headlights bounced around at night, on the vehicle in front of the consumer and had been confronted about the distraction.ford said it was normal.the vehicle had been in for the vibration since purchase.the motor mounts in the vehicle were changed for a second time. *scc
There was a fast idle, vibration in steering wheel, burning smell coming from the engine, and the vehicle stalled along with the fast idle.the service dealer stated the vehicle had run fine.after five attempts to remedy the problem, and after being told repeatedlythe vehicle ran normally, the consumer would like a full refund.the pcv was replaced, and the vehicle had run perfect until the fast idle had returned along with the vibrations which irritated the consumer which caused headaches after 20 miles of driving.the valve assembly/crankcase ventilation regulator was replaced as well. Mrscc
There is constant vibration in front end of vehicle, any time any speed. Taken to dealer numerous times, cannot be remedied.
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During a routine inspection, my mechanic noticed that the rear spring coils on my 2001 ford escort (59,000 miles) were noticeably worn down and needed to be replaced immediately, as to not puncture my tires. He said that this is a known problem in escorts and taurus and that tires can be punctured by these rear coil springs while the vehicle is in motion. I had the rear springs replaced, which is an expensive repair.
The contact owns a 2001 ford escort purchased april 2002. The rear coil springs, struts, and egr valve were placed at an expense of $870.00. After the repair the front coil springs, and struts failed, they then added that this failure was common for her model type. The failure and current mileages were under 59,000.updated 11/23/09. *lj updated 11/24/09
Consumer was traveling about 50mph on a highway and heard a noise. He was able to pull over to shoulder, and noticed thatright rear tire tread separated from wheel. Goddyear tireanddealershipwere aware ofproblem.goodyear eagle rs a, p185/60r15, dot number t30096a.
There was a fast idle, vibration in steering wheel, burning smell coming from the engine, and the vehicle stalled along with the fast idle.the service dealer stated the vehicle had run fine.after five attempts to remedy the problem, and after being told repeatedlythe vehicle ran normally, the consumer would like a full refund.the pcv was replaced, and the vehicle had run perfect until the fast idle had returned along with the vibrations which irritated the consumer which caused headaches after 20 miles of driving.the valve assembly/crankcase ventilation regulator was replaced as well. Mrscc
Sudden acceleration: car jumped forward over the kerb and hit another car when brake was being released during parking.
A momentary/ intermittent problem with involuntary engine acceleration of a rental vehicle. Dealer was notified. Enterprise rental in east brunswick nj-7322540200.
The contact owns a 2001 ford escort.when the contact depressed the brake pedal, the vehicle dramatically surged forward and crashed into another vehicle.she took her vehicle to the dealer and they repaired the coil spring in the brake pedal, along with other cosmetic repairs.one month later, while attempting to park the vehicle into a parking space, it surged forward again and crashed into a pipe.the air bags deployed and the vehicle sustained moderate damage.an investigator from her insurance company is in the process of inspecting the vehicle.the contact has pictures of the vehicle.a police report was filed.the current and failure mileages were 115,000.
While driving the vehicle and upon letting up on brakes the vehicle lunged forward. Dealer informed consumer that this was the nature of the vehicle with manual transmission, however consumer adds that sometimes the vehicle will not idle down when not touching the gas pedal.
There was a fast idle, vibration in steering wheel, burning smell coming from the engine, and the vehicle stalled along with the fast idle.the service dealer stated the vehicle had run fine.after five attempts to remedy the problem, and after being told repeatedlythe vehicle ran normally, the consumer would like a full refund.the pcv was replaced, and the vehicle had run perfect until the fast idle had returned along with the vibrations which irritated the consumer which caused headaches after 20 miles of driving.the valve assembly/crankcase ventilation regulator was replaced as well. Mrscc
While driving inbumper to bumper trafficwould let goaccelerator andvehicle will not decelerate, and speed will continue. Dealer had been contacted, and they said that it was normal on this make/ model and year vehicle.please provide more information.
While at a stop sign proceeded to goandvehicle hesitated.then,when pressing gas pedal, vehicle accelerated very slowly,andwas rear ended by anothervehicle. Currently, vehicle at dealer's being serviced. Please provide any further infomation. Dealer stated all these model vehicles perform this way, possible design flaw.nlm
While applying the accelerator pedal vehicle failed to accelerate.after applying the accelerator pedal numerous times vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. Consumer noticed that the accelerator pedal was stuck. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the throttle body needed to be replaced.
In aug. 2003, i purchased a 2001 ford escort, only a short time after having it (2 weeks) vehicle engine died while at stop light.this has happened repeatedly, it is now november, and my local dealership has had my car more than i have since purchase in august.continually tell me "there is nothing wrong with it."they installed a device to monitor the times when it dies, they serve people have driven it and it has died on them, they continue to say they do not know how to fix it.also, i have been on the interstate with cruise control set and vehicle suddenly accelerates.have not gotten any satisfaction from my local dealer, they have put approximately 2500 miles on my car, more than i have had a chance to put on it!!i would like either a comparable car or a full refund.this has been very frustrating. I have even been told i exaggerated the severity!the engine stalled in the middle of an intersection of a busy street. This vehicle was still under warranty at the first hint of a problem, this has drug on for 3 months now, with still no answers, and i am afraid to drive my car. *la
Dt: the contact states while parked with the engine off vehicle caught on fire.the vehicle had been sitting for over two hours. He smelled smoke and checked in the garage where the vehicle was parked. The fire was coming from under the hood in front of the steering compartment. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. The vehicle was totaled.there was extensive damage to the garage and the contact'shouse. The preliminary report indicated the fire started in the engine compartment. Reports weretaken by the police, fire department, and insurance company.
I currentlyown 2 (two) 2001 ford escort se. Both have the same electrical fire hazard and i have had to replace the blower motor resistor connector, blower motor resistor as well as the wiring harnesses and connector, the connectors melted and wiring burnt up.
Consumer states a short time after purchasing vehicle, there was a strong heated metal odor when the heater was turned on, the dealer stated there was possibly mildew present in the venting system, and they sprayed it with air freshner, however the odor although not as strong is still present.*jg
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