Ford Escort
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
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Where is the FORD ESCORT produced?
- The FORD ESCORT is produced in Oakville Ontario, Canada.
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Are there recalls for the FORD ESCORT?
- There are 1 recall(s) for the FORD ESCORT, additional information is below.
Recall R/1996/022 [UK]: Failure of braking system vacuum assistance
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Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 030801 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Surge on acceleration at 1800-2500 rpnm - zx2 models equipped with manual transaxle only. 2001-2003 escort zx2. *tt
- BC9695961001 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Electronic automatic temperature control (eatc) invalid diagnostic codes U1235 & 155 may be stored if the ignition switch is cycled from 'off' to 'run' extremely slowly. *tt
- BC9694961001 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Information on vehicles that may exhibit a slight delay in the first drive away after the vehicle has been parked overnight, or for a longer period of time. *tt
- BC9682961001 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Concerns for the labor time standard in tbs 96-19-02 (steering - grunt noise during steering wheel return from full right turn) is incorrect. *tt
- BC9680961001 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Concern where the door glass drops when cycled down on vehicles with the power door option. *tt
- BC9677961001 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES: Engineering is investigating a concern where the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is illuminated & code P0400 or P1195 is stored in memory. *tt
- BC9676961001 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM: Improper rtv application at the front/rear lower intake manifold end seals & side gaskets may cause an oil/coolant leak. *tt
- BC9674961001 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Light to moderate axle noise (axle whine) at 50 to 65 mph (80 to 105 kph) during accels, decels or cruise may be due to axle noise being transmitted from the axle into the vehicle. *tt
- BC9673961001 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH: Procedure for brake exterior lights stay on (tail & high mount stop light). *tt
- BC9672961001 - PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL: Procedure for brake warning indicator stays on red in cluster. *tt
- BC9668961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Concern for vehicles exhibiting lean codes P0171 & P0174 (vacuum leak). *tt
- BC9642961001 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Procedure for vehicles equipped with an aode or 4r70w transmission has a concern of shudder from the transmission torque converter clutch in 3rd or 4th gear or during 3-4 shift. *tt
- BC5227961001 - AIR BAGS: Information for air bag dtc B1813 observe the air bag lamp flash out code & perform the appropriate pinpoint test for the flash out code. *tt
- BC5224961001 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE: Information on abs sensors returned for analysis are identified as 'no problem found'. *tt
- BC5217961001 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Information on replaced/repaired manual transmission under warranty and returned w/ signs of improper/lack of maintenance or misdiagnosis. *tt
- BC5214961001 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD: Revised hood seal for concerns of a wind whistle at speeds over 35 mph. *tt
- BC5209961001 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS: Revised rear brake lining for both 9 inch & 10 inch applications for concerns w/ rear brake grab during the first few brake applications when the brakes are cold or in the morning after an overnight rain. *tt
- BC5207961001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information for servicing the electronic/hydraulic control unit (ehcu) on 4wabs. *tt
- BC5204961001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: Concerns of check engine light (mil) w/codes P0300 thru P0308 & engine runs rough/misses may be due to a spark plug wire boot that is not fully seated on the spark plug. *tt
- BC5198961001 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER: Improved rear shock absorbers for customers who may experience a low tone rattling noise or whoosh sound from the rear of the vehicle while traveling less than 25 mph & going over small to moderate bumps. *tt
- BC5190961001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH: Vehicles experiencing chafing on the 14401 wire harness causing the accessory fuses to become open (primarily the cigar fuse). *tt
- BC5186961001 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Vehicles may experience an intermittent high idle after decel to a stop, when clutch pedal is depressed w/ no throttle movement. *tt
- BC5183961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: An oil leak in the area of the engine oil filter may be caused by a damaged or mis-installed (i.E. Rolled over, pinched, sheared, nicked, etc.) oil pump body seal. *tt
- BC5182961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Information on correcting an oil pan gasket leak. *tt
- BC5181961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Engine oil leak at the oil pan, front cover &/or the front & rear crankshaft oil seal. *tt
- BC5176961001 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Connection between the sender (9a299) & the fuel pump (9350) changed from the existing spade terminal to an eyelet terminal which is secured under the top sender mount screw. *tt
- BC5175961001 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Concerns of a/c going to defrost mode when climbing grades or accelerating are likely caused by vacuum leaks. *tt
- BC5174961001 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Information to diagnose wind noise & water leaks at the lower passenger door area & 3rd door. *tt
- BC5075961001 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Information on erratic or self locking door locks. *tt
- BC4854961001 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Revised eec calibration has been incorporated in pcm calibration for vehicles which display lack of power due to torque converter engagement scheduling, catalytic converter failures, rough idle or hard start on hot restart. *tt
- BC4651961001 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Vehicle may not start after being parked in below freezing temps. May be due to moisture freezing in the fuel pump relay contained within the ccrm (constant control relay module). *tt
- BC0718961021 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR: Information on brake rotor turning/replacing. *tt
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20021201 |
The consumer is concerned she had her vehicle check and the mechanic notice that the coil spring was broke. Please provide additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem. Ts
No | No | N | None | None | 20010908 |
Consumer stated that their vehicle broke down, eventually they learned that the crankshaft pulley seal had broken, causing the crankshaft to shift and the fan belt to twist and become unusable, vehicle was towed to dealership. *tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19961130 |
Foul odor emitting from heater core.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19960415 |
Vehicle fire. *dh
No | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19950923 |
Seat belt caused internal injuries during collision.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19940101 |
After vehicle had sat for two days, the next day the vehicle caught on fire while sitting, totalled. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19001231 |
Fwd fm webmaster request all documentation of nhtsa investigation pe89-143 & ea90-008 re 1987-90 ford escort.*mr *cb *jb
No | No | N | None | None |
After being towed to a firestone service center, consumer was told that coil springs were broken in the rear on both sides of vehicle. *tt
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- U1235 [1] SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Displays
- P0400 [1] Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Malfunction
- P1195 [1] Calibration Resistor Out Of Range
- P0171 [1] System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0174 [1] System too Lean (Bank 2)
- B1813 [1] Lamp Backup Switch Input Circuit Short To Ground
- P0300 [1] Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0308 [1] Cylinder 8 Misfire Detected